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'''Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools |
'''Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools''' (abbreviated '''CMS''') is a local education agency headquartered in [[Charlotte, North Carolina]]. With over 125,000 students enrolled, it is the largest school district in [[North Carolina]]. The system is best known nationally for its role as the respondent in the landmark [[1971]] [[Supreme Court of the United States|Supreme Court]] decision [[Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg|''Swann'' v. ''Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools'']]. |
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== High schools == |
== High schools == |
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CMS operates 19 [[high schools]]. The following is a list of those |
CMS operates 19 [[high schools]]. The following is a list of those schools, divided by geographical region of Mecklenburg County, along with the year opened and mascot: |
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=== University and Northern Mecklenburg === |
=== University and Northern Mecklenburg === |
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*Hopewell High School (2001, Titans) |
*Hopewell High School (2001, Titans) |
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*Zebulon B. Vance High School (1997, Cougars) |
*Zebulon B. Vance High School (1997, Cougars) |
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=== Mint Hill, Matthews, and Eastern Mecklenburg |
=== Mint Hill, Matthews, and Eastern Mecklenburg === |
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*David W. Butler High School (1997, Bulldogs) |
*David W. Butler High School (1997, Bulldogs) |
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*East Mecklenburg High School (1950, Eagles) |
*East Mecklenburg High School (1950, Eagles) |
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*Providence High School (1989, Panthers) |
*Providence High School (1989, Panthers) |
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=== Pineville and Southern Mecklenburg |
=== Pineville and Southern Mecklenburg === |
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*Ardrey Kell High School (2006, Knights) |
*Ardrey Kell High School (2006, Knights) |
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*South Mecklenburg High School (1959, Sabres) |
*South Mecklenburg High School (1959, Sabres) |
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*E.E. Waddell High School (2001, Raiders) |
*E.E. Waddell High School (2001, Raiders) |
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=== Western Mecklenburg |
=== Western Mecklenburg === |
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*[[Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology]] (2003, Cardinals) |
*[[Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology]] (2003, Cardinals) |
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*Harding University High School (1935, Rams) |
*Harding University High School (1935, Rams) |
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*West Mecklenburg High School (1951, Hawks(formerly Indians)) |
*West Mecklenburg High School (1951, Hawks(formerly Indians)) |
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== Elementary and middle schools |
== Elementary and middle schools == |
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CMS also operates 91 [[elementary schools]] and 32 [[middle schools]]. |
CMS also operates 91 [[elementary schools]] and 32 [[middle schools]]. |
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== Achievements |
== Achievements == |
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Several CMS high schools have been recognized by [[Newsweek]] as being among the |
Several CMS high schools have been recognized by [[Newsweek]] as being among the 100 best high schools in the United States, a statistic based on the number of advanced classes that are offered to students. |
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During the |
During the 2005-2006 school year CMS students received $39.2 million in academic merit-based financial aid from universities and other organizations, and $14.9 million in athletic scholarships. |
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==Deconsolidation efforts== |
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==PWNTFACE== |
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CMS has recently been the target of a deconsolidation effort called "DUMP CMS" ('''D'''on't '''U'''nderestimate '''M'''ecklenburg '''P'''arents; site is linked below). The motive behind this movement stems from overcrowding and low performance in many high schools (Waddell HS in Southwest Charlotte receiving the most attention). The basic premise of the movement is to make several smaller systems which would "free" the smaller communities from Charlotte's control. Detractors say the plan is not feasible. |
CMS has recently been the target of a deconsolidation effort called "DUMP CMS" ('''D'''on't '''U'''nderestimate '''M'''ecklenburg '''P'''arents; site is linked below). The motive behind this movement stems from overcrowding and low performance in many high schools (Waddell HS in Southwest Charlotte receiving the most attention). The basic premise of the movement is to make several smaller systems which would "free" the smaller communities from Charlotte's control. Detractors say the plan is not feasible. |
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== See also |
== See also == |
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*[[List of school districts in North Carolina]] |
*[[List of school districts in North Carolina]] |
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Efforts were began by two high school students at Hopewell High School, its Student Body President Domenic Powell and Young Republicans Club President James Heilpern. |
Efforts were began by two high school students at Hopewell High School, its Student Body President Domenic Powell and Young Republicans Club President James Heilpern. |
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== External links == |
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*[http://www.cms.k12.nc.us CMS Official Website] |
*[http://www.cms.k12.nc.us CMS Official Website] |
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*[http://www.cms.k12.nc.us/discover/history.asp History of CMS] |
*[http://www.cms.k12.nc.us/discover/history.asp History of CMS] |
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| Location | ||
| Superintendent |
Dr. Peter Gorman | |
| Total Enrollment |
121,640 | |
| 2004-2005 Budget |
$889,268,744 | |
| Website | ||
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (abbreviated CMS) is a local education agency headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. With over 125,000 students enrolled, it is the largest school district in North Carolina. The system is best known nationally for its role as the respondent in the landmark 1971 Supreme Court decision Swann v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
High schools
CMS operates 19 high schools. The following is a list of those schools, divided by geographical region of Mecklenburg County, along with the year opened and mascot:
University and Northern Mecklenburg
- Hopewell High School (2001, Titans)
- Mallard Creek High School (2007, Mavericks)
- North Mecklenburg High School (1951, Vikings)
- Zebulon B. Vance High School (1997, Cougars)
Mint Hill, Matthews, and Eastern Mecklenburg
- David W. Butler High School (1997, Bulldogs)
- East Mecklenburg High School (1950, Eagles)
- Garinger High School (1959, Wildcats)
- Independence High School (1967, Patriots)
- Providence High School (1989, Panthers)
Pineville and Southern Mecklenburg
- Ardrey Kell High School (2006, Knights)
- South Mecklenburg High School (1959, Sabres)
- Olympic High School (1966, Trojans)
- Myers Park High School (1951, Mustangs)
- E.E. Waddell High School (2001, Raiders)
Western Mecklenburg
- Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology (2003, Cardinals)
- Harding University High School (1935, Rams)
- Northwest School of the Arts - Performing Arts Magnet School
- West Charlotte High School [1] (1945, Lions)
- West Mecklenburg High School (1951, Hawks(formerly Indians))
Elementary and middle schools
CMS also operates 91 elementary schools and 32 middle schools.
Achievements
Several CMS high schools have been recognized by Newsweek as being among the 100 best high schools in the United States, a statistic based on the number of advanced classes that are offered to students.
During the 2005-2006 school year CMS students received $39.2 million in academic merit-based financial aid from universities and other organizations, and $14.9 million in athletic scholarships.
Deconsolidation efforts
CMS has recently been the target of a deconsolidation effort called "DUMP CMS" (Don't Underestimate Mecklenburg Parents; site is linked below). The motive behind this movement stems from overcrowding and low performance in many high schools (Waddell HS in Southwest Charlotte receiving the most attention). The basic premise of the movement is to make several smaller systems which would "free" the smaller communities from Charlotte's control. Detractors say the plan is not feasible.
See also
Efforts were began by two high school students at Hopewell High School, its Student Body President Domenic Powell and Young Republicans Club President James Heilpern.