CMS Board of Education

Congratulations to Angie Phillips from Hough High School on being named the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Educator of the Year for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools at the Chamber’s Annual Education Luncheon this afternoon.

The Board will hold its annual retreat make-up day on Monday, April 20, at the Graylyn International Conference Center in Winston-Salem, NC. View the agenda on our website.

A big thank you to Tristan, a 3rd Grade student at North Academy of World Languages, who served as our pledge leader at last night’s Board meeting! Tristan confidently delivered the pledge and his opening remarks in both English and Mandarin.

For the first time in over 20 years, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education, the City of Charlotte, and Mecklenburg County came together for a Joint Legislative Forum with members of the North Carolina General Assembly from Mecklenburg County.

Join us next week for two upcoming meetings: • Facilities, Finance, & Operations Committee — Monday, April 13 (livestreamed on YouTube) • Regularly Scheduled Board Meeting — Tuesday, April 14 (in person and livestreamed on YouTube)

Board Member Dr. Charlitta Hatch presented "Policy Isn’t Neutral: How Race Shapes Family Engagement Practices" at the Family Engagement Symposium. The session examined how systemic design impacts equity and how to ensure all families have a voice in education.

The 4th Annual East Side Summit is Sat, April 18! Join Board Chair Sneed, County Commissioner Jerrell, and City Council Member Anderson for a discussion centered around E.A.S.T. joint priorities: Education, Affordable Housing, Support Services, and Transportation.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education and CMS issued a statement yesterday regarding the North Carolina Supreme Court’s decision on the Leandro case. Access the full statement here: tinyurl.com/3zpm9sey

Yesterday, Beverly Woods Elementary celebrated its designation as a Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School. The achievement was marked with breakfast and a parade to honor the hard work of students and staff. Go Bears!

Thank you to Davidson Elementary for welcoming Board Member Hatch to participate in a service-learning opportunity alongside our kindergarten and first-grade students. Through this partnership with Bridge of Hearts, students are supporting families in need by packing snack bags.

Thank you to the Charlotte Hornets for being such gracious hosts and to Student Planning, Placement, & Programs for organizing a wonderful event. And to our students, remember, don’t be afraid to ‘take the shot!’

Yesterday’s What’s Your E? celebration was filled with energy and positivity as we recognized our seniors and their next steps toward becoming enrolled, enlisted, or employed. We are beyond excited to see all that the Class of 2026 will accomplish after graduation.

Congratulations to our newest inductees of the Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society from Rocky River High School. Their study of history provides the critical thinking and cultural literacy needed to lead in our community and beyond.

Thank you to the CMS Foundation for hosting another inspirational “Teacher Talks” and creating space to uplift educator voices. Last week’s annual event was a powerful reminder that even in moments of fracture, there is strength, connection, and the possibility of something new.

UPDATE: This meeting is now virtual and will be streamed via YouTube.

Last Friday, CMS District 1 Representative Charlitta Hatch hosted a roundtable with North Mecklenburg elected officials, including Board Chair Sneed, Student Advisor Inchara, and leaders from Mecklenburg County, Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, and the General Assembly.

Join us for Monday's Family & Community Engagement Committee meeting!

On Tuesday morning, members of the Board joined high school juniors and seniors at the CTE Futures Fair. A special shout out to the CTE team for putting on a great event and thank you to the many community partners and employers who came out to showcase exciting career paths.

District 1 families are encouraged to join Board Member Hatch for tomorrow's virtual community conversation! Here's what you can expect.

We are experiencing some technical issues live-streaming our meeting to YouTube. The public can access the meeting here: charlotte.cablecast.tv/internetchanne…