The Central Cabarrus High School Crest

The crest of Central Cabarrus High School reflects the rich history, strong traditions, and forward-thinking spirit that define our school community.

School Colors: Forest Green and Gold
Our colors symbolize growth, excellence, and pride—values that remain at the heart of Viking tradition.

Crest Elements

Upper Left Quadrant
The green Scales of Justice set against a gold background represent the democratic ideals of fairness, integrity, and responsibility that guide our school and community.

Upper Right Quadrant
The gold block letter “C” symbolizes the strength and tradition of our athletic programs, reflecting teamwork, perseverance, and school spirit.

Lower Left Quadrant
A gold scroll displayed on a forest green background bears the date 1966, commemorating the founding of Central Cabarrus High School and representing our longstanding commitment to scholastic achievement.

Lower Right Quadrant
The gold image of the planet Saturn signifies innovation and forward progress. It honors the space age era in which the school was founded and celebrates a modern planetarium as a symbol of exploration and discovery.

Divisions Within the Crest

Horizontal Division
Three interlocked open books represent the unity of three school communities joined together in a shared commitment to progressive education and lifelong learning.

Vertical Division
The wavy vertical line symbolizes Meadow Creek, where the discovery of gold helped spark the development of Cabarrus County—connecting our school to the region’s rich historical roots.

The Crest

Crowning the shield is our Viking mascot, depicted in natural coloring. The Viking represents courage, strength, and determination—qualities that continue to define Central Cabarrus High School and its students.