To empower our students by providing a nuturing educational environment which fosters real-world critical analysis, promotes positive social involvement, and enables students to reach their maximum potential as contributing members of our global community.   Our vision:

We are invested

We are engaged learners

We are respectful and scholarly

We are effective communicators

We are family

Charlotte-Mecklenburg School Choice 

In addition to home schools, CMS offers a number of school options, each with a signature theme or program that provides unique educational opportunities designed to engage students’ interests and talents. CMS school options include magnet programs, career academies, early and middle colleges, and other distinctive school models. Each option focuses on ensuring students are prepared for college and a career while exposing students to different learning approaches, leadership preparation, and engaging curriculum.

Students have priority for school options and magnet programs in their transportation zone.