Lawrence Academy - Merry Hill, NC
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Lawrence Academy - Merry Hill, NC
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Lawrence Academy
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Discovery, exploration, and experiences outside traditional learning spaces.
The Arts
Fostering imagination, skill, and creativity.
Family Atmosphere
Warm, welcoming, and supportive—our school feels like family!
Athletics
Teamwork, skill, and sportsmanship on and off the field.
Academics
Education preparing students for future success
School Spirit
Celebrating togetherness, pride, and passion for our school!
Events
Celebrations and memories shared by students and families
Tradition
Shared moments that connect the past, present, and future.
The Arts
At Lawrence Academy, creativity thrives—where students have the freedom to imagine, explore, and create
Classroom News
Exciting things are happening in our classrooms! Students are diving into new projects, exploring creative ideas, and are engaged in hands-...
Athletics
Where dedication meets determination—welcome to Warrior athletics!
Alumni
The bond between Lawrence Academy and its alumni grows stronger each year. Stay connected, share your journey, and celebrate the legacy we ...
Upcoming Events
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Announcements
Open House
Lawrence Academy's annual Open House for new prospective students is Monday, February 16th...
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Golf Tournament
We are excited to announce that we will once again host our annual Drive for the Green Gol...
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Open Enrollment
We are accepting application for NEW students for the 2026-2027 school year! Be sure...
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Sponsorships
Thank you to all of our sponsors for the Drive for the Green event!
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Who Are We
Lawrence Academy traces its origins to 1968, when it was founded as Bertie Academy. The school's beginnings were made possible through the generosity of Mrs. Nola Lawrence Hewlett, who purchased and donated a parcel of land—including the original Merry Hill High School building—to the Board of Trustees of the Bertie Educational Foundation. This land provided the foundation for creating an educational alternative in rural northeastern Bertie County. In 1974, the institution was officially renamed Lawrence Academy in honor of Mrs. Hewlett.
In 1990, the original brick structure of Merry Hill High School was demolished and replaced with the school's current prefabricated metal and steel buildings, which sit on a 21-acre cle...
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Our Mission
Lawrence Academy is a college preparatory, co-educational day school that ignites the excellence of education infused with social, cultural, and moral development to produce a student product that is competitive in the local and global community.
Lower School
Middle School
Upper School
Giving
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Lawrence Academy
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Discovery, exploration, and experiences outside traditional learning spaces.
The Arts
Fostering imagination, skill, and creativity.
Family Atmosphere
Warm, welcoming, and supportive—our school feels like family!
Athletics
Teamwork, skill, and sportsmanship on and off the field.
Academics
Education preparing students for future success
School Spirit
Celebrating togetherness, pride, and passion for our school!
Events
Celebrations and memories shared by students and families
Tradition
Shared moments that connect the past, present, and future.
The Arts
At Lawrence Academy, creativity thrives—where students have the freedom to imagine, explore, and create
Classroom News
Exciting things are happening in our classrooms! Students are diving into new projects, exploring creative ideas, and are engaged in hands-...
Athletics
Where dedication meets determination—welcome to Warrior athletics!
Alumni
The bond between Lawrence Academy and its alumni grows stronger each year. Stay connected, share your journey, and celebrate the legacy we ...
Upcoming Events
View Calendar
Announcements
Open House
Lawrence Academy's annual Open House for new prospective students is Monday, February 16th...
Read More
Golf Tournament
We are excited to announce that we will once again host our annual Drive for the Green Gol...
Read More
Open Enrollment
We are accepting application for NEW students for the 2026-2027 school year! Be sure...
Read More
Sponsorships
Thank you to all of our sponsors for the Drive for the Green event!
Read More
Who Are We
Lawrence Academy traces its origins to 1968, when it was founded as Bertie Academy. The school's beginnings were made possible through the generosity of Mrs. Nola Lawrence Hewlett, who purchased and donated a parcel of land—including the original Merry Hill High School building—to the Board of Trustees of the Bertie Educational Foundation. This land provided the foundation for creating an educational alternative in rural northeastern Bertie County. In 1974, the institution was officially renamed Lawrence Academy in honor of Mrs. Hewlett.
In 1990, the original brick structure of Merry Hill High School was demolished and replaced with the school's current prefabricated metal and steel buildings, which sit on a 21-acre cle...
Learn More
Our Mission
Lawrence Academy is a college preparatory, co-educational day school that ignites the excellence of education infused with social, cultural, and moral development to produce a student product that is competitive in the local and global community.
Lower School
Middle School
Upper School
Giving