Charlotte’s Schools
The Big Three

Everything you wanted to know about Charlotte's "Big Three" private schools but were afraid to ask. Plus, a look at three challengers (January 2009)
By Amy Rainey
The Big Three | Up and Coming |
How to Get the Most Out of CMS
Not everyone realizes it, but Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools offers an extensive magnet program, which we have demystified here (August 2008)
By Michelle Sims
Equation for Success?
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation gave $1.4 million to help five troubled high schools find their way. It may be Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools' best shot at closing the achievement gap (August 2008)
By Sarah Crosland
Of Kings and Kids
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools fosters one of the strongest chess programs in the country. And these kids are good (May 2008)
By Mike Giglio