Colington Island facts for kids
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Colington Island is a special place located in North Carolina, USA. It sits just west of Kill Devil Hills. This island is unique because it's where four different sounds meet: Albemarle, Currituck, Croatan, and Roanoke Sounds.
Even though people often call it "Colington Island," it's actually two separate islands! There's Big Colington Island and Little Colington Island. On Big Colington Island, you'll find a community called Colington Harbour. It's a "gated community," which means it has special entrances and exits, often with security, to keep the neighborhood private and safe for its residents.
About Colington Island
Colington Island is in Dare County. It's a beautiful spot known for its connection to the water. The island offers a mix of quiet living and access to the Outer Banks area.
Who Manages the Island?
The people living on Colington Island are part of Dare County. They are looked after by the Dare County Board of Commissioners. This group of elected officials helps make decisions for the county. Colington is part of a specific area called District 2. This district also includes the towns of Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. So, the commissioners help manage things like roads, public safety, and other services for everyone in their district.
Schools on the Island
Kids living on Colington Island go to schools within the Dare County Schools system. The specific schools for students are First Flight Elementary School, First Flight Middle School, and First Flight High School. Before 2004, high school students from this area attended Manteo High School. Now, they go to First Flight High School, which is closer to their homes.
