Looking for a fun soccer camp this summer? Come join us at East Lincoln High School on July 6-9th from 5pm-7pm. If you have any questions please reach out to michael.arabie@lincoln.k12.nc.us

We would like to congratulate Yuniel and wish him luck as he will represent ELHS in the East/West all star soccer game this summer in Greensboro. Well deserved opportunity big man. GO MUSTANGS!

I would like to welcome Josh Thompson an ELHS alum, current teacher and coach to his new role as the assistant athletic director. Coach Thompson will take over sponsorships, athletic fundraisers and facility upgrades. If you are looking to secure a 26/27 sponsorship please reach out to Coach Thompson. GO MUSTANGS!!

We are looking for 2026/2027 athletic sponsors. Come be a part of every home game!! All families/businesses that are interested please contact our assistant AD Josh Thompson at Joshua.thompson@lincoln.k12.nc.us. GO MUSTANGS!

The 2025-2026 School year is a wrap! We want to celebrate all of the incredible experiences our CTE students had this year! From exciting field trips and hands-on classroom activities to leadership development and competitions through our CTSO organizations, this year was full of learning, growth, and unforgettable memories.
Thank you for an incredible year — we can’t wait to see what next year brings!
Thank you for an incredible year — we can’t wait to see what next year brings!










Our 2025/2026 ELHS athletic athletes of the year have been announced. Congratulations to our underclassmen Jaxon, Sidney, Davis and Brooklyn. As well as our class of 2026 winners Grant, Andrew, Maddie and McKenzie. Well deserved, GO MUSTANGS!

EL athletics summer workouts. All athletes must have a current physical on file. Any questions reach out to your head coach. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!

Congratulations to Matthew Smith for an outstanding performance at the American Legion National Oratorical Competition! Matthew competed against 52 of the top high school students from across the country and finished in the Top 7 in the entire nation!
Thank you for representing East Lincoln High School and the Mustangs with such excellence on the national stage. Your hard work continues to inspire us all!
Thank you for representing East Lincoln High School and the Mustangs with such excellence on the national stage. Your hard work continues to inspire us all!


ELHS wishes Matthew Smith good luck this weekend as he represents ELHS and the state of North Carolina at the National American Legion Oratorical. The oratorical will take place on Saturday at Hillsdale College in Michigan. Good luck, Matthew!



EL Athletics in action this week. Good luck to all of our teams as they continue their push in the 5A State Playoffs. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!

Good luck to Carter Bolinger as he will compete for the NCHSAA 5A state championship next week at Sapona Golf Club in Lexington. GO MUSTANGS!

Attention ELHS Graduates and Families!
Graduation season is here and we want to remind all graduates about several important dates and expectations.
The Graduation Dress Code was emailed to all graduates on Wednesday, May 6 and is posted here as well. This dress code must be followed in order to participate in both the Awards Ceremony and the Graduation Ceremony.
Important Dates and Reminders
1 - Awards Ceremony (Required for All Seniors) is on May 13. All seniors should follow the Graduation Dress Code and will meet at 8:00am in the New Gym.
2 - Outdoor Graduation Practice (Required for All Graduates) is on May 21. All graduates are required to attend and should meet in the New Gym at 8:00am.
3 - Graduation Ceremony (Required for All Graduates) is on May 22. The Graduation Dress Code will be enforced. All graduates should report to the New Gym between 9:00-9:15.
Final Reminder - Don't forget to order your Senior Class Shirt and/or Graduation Flower Bouquet! Ordering links are available on the school website under the graduation tab or by going to https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/eastlincolnhighschool/
We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2026!
#EastLincolnHighSchool #WeAreLINCOLN #LCSCommunity
Graduation season is here and we want to remind all graduates about several important dates and expectations.
The Graduation Dress Code was emailed to all graduates on Wednesday, May 6 and is posted here as well. This dress code must be followed in order to participate in both the Awards Ceremony and the Graduation Ceremony.
Important Dates and Reminders
1 - Awards Ceremony (Required for All Seniors) is on May 13. All seniors should follow the Graduation Dress Code and will meet at 8:00am in the New Gym.
2 - Outdoor Graduation Practice (Required for All Graduates) is on May 21. All graduates are required to attend and should meet in the New Gym at 8:00am.
3 - Graduation Ceremony (Required for All Graduates) is on May 22. The Graduation Dress Code will be enforced. All graduates should report to the New Gym between 9:00-9:15.
Final Reminder - Don't forget to order your Senior Class Shirt and/or Graduation Flower Bouquet! Ordering links are available on the school website under the graduation tab or by going to https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/eastlincolnhighschool/
We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2026!
#EastLincolnHighSchool #WeAreLINCOLN #LCSCommunity


Best of luck to our doubles team of Nate Mackel and Carson Brown as they will head to Cary this weekend to compete for the NCHSAA 5A State Championship. GO MUSTANGS!

Good luck to these members of our women's track and field team as they will compete in the NCHSAA 5A Western finals this Friday at Jay M Robinson. GO MUSTANGS!

Good luck to these members following members of our Men's track and field team as they will compete in the NCHSAA 5A Western finals this Friday at Jay M Robinson. GO MUSTANGS!

The 2nd round of the NCHSAA 5A state playoffs are set and your Mustang baseball and softball teams will be at home this Friday night. Tickets are $10 (price is set by the state), only pass accepted are NCHSAA, NCCA and the Tarheel pass (ID's will be checked). Let's pack it out and support our athletes, GO MUSTANGS!

EL athletics in action this week. Best of luck to our baseball and softball teams as they begin the playoffs. Our track and golf teams will be competing in the 5A Western Regional championships. Last but not least, best of luck to the doubles team of Nate Mackel and Carson Brown as they will compete in the 5A tennis state championship! GO MUSTANGS!

GRADUATION TICKET ANNOUNCEMENT
East Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony
Important Information for Students and Parents
Please read the following details regarding tickets for the East Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony:
TICKET POLICY: INDOOR CEREMONY ONLY
These tickets will only be required if the graduation ceremony is moved indoors due to inclement weather or other necessary conditions.
If the ceremony remains outdoors as planned, tickets will not be needed for entry.
TICKET DISTRIBUTION
Tickets will be distributed to graduating students at the required practice on May 21st.
Each graduating student will receive a total of 6 TICKETS.
These 6 tickets are split to accommodate attendees in two separate viewing locations:
3 Tickets for the New Gymnasium
3 Tickets for the Old Gymnasium
Please keep your assigned tickets in a safe place. They are required for entry if the ceremony is held inside.
East Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony
Important Information for Students and Parents
Please read the following details regarding tickets for the East Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony:
TICKET POLICY: INDOOR CEREMONY ONLY
These tickets will only be required if the graduation ceremony is moved indoors due to inclement weather or other necessary conditions.
If the ceremony remains outdoors as planned, tickets will not be needed for entry.
TICKET DISTRIBUTION
Tickets will be distributed to graduating students at the required practice on May 21st.
Each graduating student will receive a total of 6 TICKETS.
These 6 tickets are split to accommodate attendees in two separate viewing locations:
3 Tickets for the New Gymnasium
3 Tickets for the Old Gymnasium
Please keep your assigned tickets in a safe place. They are required for entry if the ceremony is held inside.

It's time to celebrate the hard work of our underclassmen!
Parents and students, please join us for the Underclassmen Awards ceremony.
When: May 1st at 9:30 AM
Where: The New Gym
Congratulations to all of our deserving students! See you there!
Parents and students, please join us for the Underclassmen Awards ceremony.
When: May 1st at 9:30 AM
Where: The New Gym
Congratulations to all of our deserving students! See you there!

Important information regarding the WFAC Track Championship at ELHS on April 28th, Gates open at 1:30. There will be a modified student parking plan to accommodate bus parking on Tuesday. Students in the top 2 rows will need to park in the gravel lot near the new gym or another open spot in the student parking lot.

