Anne Waechter, Principal
Main Office: 919-856-7663
Bell Schedule: 9:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Home
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Gifted and Talented
Our school provides all students with opportunities to discover their gifts and talents through a wide range of electives in all core subject areas - English Language Arts, math, science, and social studies - as well as electives in an extended variety of arts and physical education.
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School Calendar
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Our Magnet Academic Programs
Our school offers the following unique academic program, allowing each learner to explore their interests and shape a personalized path to success.
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Gifted and Talented
Celebrates each student’s unique gifts by offering expanded elective opportunities that let them explore their interests and talents.
Our School Community
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Recognized for Excellence
These honors reflect the commitment of our educators, the achievements of our students, and the exceptional strength of public education in the Wake County Public School System.
2026 Magnet School of Distinction
Magnet Schools of America
2025 Top Magnet School of Excellence
Magnet Schools of America
2024 Certified Demonstration Magnet Elementary School
Magnet Schools of America
Academic Excellence
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Our students learn from exceptional educators who bring advanced expertise to the classroom.
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Explore subjects across diverse areas of study in Arts, STEM, Humanities, and Wellness.
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Academically or intellectually gifted students require differentiated educational services.
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Our school operates on the WCPSS Traditional Calendar.
Voices of Our School
Our school is defined by the people who invest in it every day: students, families, faculty, community leaders and a network of alumni.
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Kelly Propst
"From music and drama to STEM and character education, Underwood's electives help students explore interests and grow into well-rounded learners."
Former Parent
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Rebecca Schniepp
"Underwood is a great environment for our kids to grow socially and be supported on their learning journey. Your children find and develop their passions through the electives!"
Underwood Parent
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Julia Mastropaolo
"I've always been impressed by how the Underwood community supports the arts and our artists. It's an honor to work with this school."
Director of Arts Education, United Arts Council