The Carteret County Public School System governs various elementary, middle and high schools. The system enrolls more than 8,200 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. It maintains a work force of over 1,200 employees, including teachers and support staff. Each of its schools maintains a library that stocks several types of books and other reading and reference materials in print and electronic forms. The Carteret County Public School System s schools academic curricula include instruction in physical education, mathematics, science and social studies. Its schools organize a range of athletic activities, such as football, soccer, basketball, wrestling, cheerleading, cross-country, and track and field. The Carteret County Public School System is located in Beaufort, N.C.