Operations
Statement of Focus
In direct support of achieving the teaching and learning goals, the Operations Division will work to ensure the entire school day from start to finish is guided by safety, transportation, a welcoming physical learning environment, and first-class meal nutrition. Operations in CMS will Ensure that every day for every student can be focused on learning.
Our Mission
To provide efficient and effective operational services and facilities where students and staff can be safe and successful.
Our Vision
To deliver the highest quality operational support that provides all students with the best education and maximizes student achievement.
Contact Information
3301 Stafford Drive
Charlotte, NC, 28208
Courier Numbers: 783 & 785
Fast Facts
The CMS facility portfolio consists of 204 sites, 409 buildings, approximately 23 million square feet of space and 5,085 acres across Mecklenburg County.
186 Schools
- ★ 103 Elementary Schools
- ★ 44 Middle and K-8 school
- ★ 35 High schools
- ★ 4 Specialty schools
Largest School Bus System in NC
- ★ 78,000 Students Transported
- ★ 25,500 Bus Stops
- ★ 98,000 Miles Daily
- ★ 17,346,000 Annual Miles
School Nutrition
- ★ 115,000 meals served daily
- ★ 113 CEP Schools
- ★ ~250,000 summer meals served
Caring For Our Sites
- ★ ~4,700 monthly work orders
- ★ 23 million sq. ft. cleaned daily
- ★ ~400 major projects completed annually



