Medearis is close to many excellent schools. Below is more information about
the assigned
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS)
elementary, middle and high schools, as well as information for various private schools.
For a more comprehensive lists of preschools, public and private
schools, we refer you to the
Charlotte Parent Magazine.
Note: The following school summaries
are edited descriptions taken from the respective schools' websites. Please refer to the schools' websites and staff for more
detail and up-to-date information.
Rama Elementary has created a learning environment that enables students to move at their own optimal pace and receive credit when
they demonstrate mastery of the curriculum. Students at Rama will experience a student centered learning environment each day. Parents of
Rama students will experience the school's commitment that every student will meet clearly defined, rigorous
standards, preparing them for success in college or in the career of their choice. As a school powered by Discovery,
Rama Elementary optimizes teacher and technology-delivered instruction in group and individual work by providing students
with blended learning opportunities.
At McClintock Middle School, students, staff, parents and the community work together to ensure students have the
support and resources needed to engage in learning which prepares them for the unique challenges of the 21st Century.
McClintock believes every student is a unique individual, supported by an adult, and is exposed to a differentiated instructional
approach, according to his or her intellectual, social, physical, and emotional requirements. McClintock believes in every child’s
potential and is committed to promoting every student’s achievement through the utilization of the mastery learning model.
All students will be actively engaged in problem solving, skill building, and communication in every area of the curriculum,
to promote sound judgment and effective thinking. Collegial planning, delivery and assessment of learning are essential to
ensuring meaningful and authentic demonstrations of outcomes and judgments of achievements, across and beyond disciplines and subject areas.
McClintock values clear and transparent communication with and between, parents, faculty, administration, and staff.
Founded in 1950, East Mecklenburg High has had an International Baccalaureate Program since 1998, offering both the
Middle Years Program (grade 9 and 10) and the Diploma Program (grades 11 and 12).
Additionally, since 2011, East Meck
has offered the Academy of Engineering program. East Meck offers classes in culinary arts, health occupations, interior
design, computer assisted drafting, clothing design, engineering, technology, and auto mechanics. Students yearly win awards in
these areas at local, state and national competitions. Ninety-five percent of East Meck’s graduates attend college.
Yearly, East Meck seniors have
regularly earned millions in academic and athletic scholarships. The East Meck fine arts program continues to earn honors.
The theater, visual arts and band programs have been awarded major grants, while the chorus, orchestra, and band have earned
superior ratings at competitions and festivals. Art students annually win Gold and Silver Key Scholastic Awards. The All-Star
Teacher Initiative (ASTI) is exclusive to East Mecklenburg. Funded by generous alumni gifts, ASTI’s mission is “to attract,
reward, train, and retain excellent teachers for every classroom of East Mecklenburg High School.” ASTI activities have
included staff retreats, money for additional classroom supplies, grants for innovative teaching ideas, and funding for special workshops.
Established in 1950, Charlotte Christian School is a Christ-centered, college preparatory, independent, non-denominational
school serving students in grades JK-12.
Charlotte Christian's vision for students includes the integration of a Biblical worldview into our
curriculum where character, values and essential life skills are emphasized and modeled by a professional and dedicated faculty.
A rigorous academic program is offered including strong co-curricular offerings with successful athletic and fine arts programs.
As a Christ-centered school, students are taught how to integrate Biblical truth and learning into their daily lives to impact
the culture for Christ.
Charlotte Prep (Pre-K - 8) is a community of learners, where students, teachers, and leadership are committed to both
their own growth and that of others.
Charlotte Prep is student-centered; every program, policy, and its Pre-K - 8th Grade model are designed and
tested to achieve the ultimate goal of providing an excellent, comprehensive education for the students entrusted to the school.
Charlotte Prep is balanced in its approach, seeking the classic ideal of “a sound mind and a sound spirit in a sound body.”
Of course quality academics are the first priority, but excellence is also developed through the arts and physical education.
Charlotte Prep's program is carefully designed to stretch its students, but not overwhelm them. The Charlotte Prep curriculum
is accelerated at all grades and in all areas, but its students are well prepared and well supported in their work; they thrive
because of this combination.
Providence Day School (Pre-K - 12) has assembled one of the nation’s finest pre-collegiate faculties, with over 60% holding
advanced degrees in their field.
A campus-wide digital citizenship initiative builds in students an understanding of how they
can successfully navigate and operate within an ever-connected world. Providence Day School is a global school, focused on developing
successful and responsible global citizens. Lower School students are introduced to Chinese, Spanish, and French. The Global Studies
Diploma Program, the first of its kind in the country, allows students in grades 9-12 to choose a curriculum and set of experiences
that lead to a second Global Studies diploma. Within its rigorous curriculum, Providence Day also understand the need for play,
socialization, rest, creativity, and experiential learning. Family is truly valued and the school works ceaselessly to build
meaningful, life-long connections with our parents, alumni, grandparents, alumni parents, and other supporters. The school enjoys
a strong culture of philanthropy and vibrant partnerships within the larger Charlotte region.
The preschool years are such important ones - the years when behaviors, value systems and attitudes develop and emerge.
Each individual child deserves a loving, safe environment that promotes a sense of wonder and discovery in learning.
The school's approach offers a stimulating environment where each child will be encouraged to develop intellectually,
emotionally and physically. The school values an inclusive environment that respects the uniqueness of each child, thus, they are
given the respect and attention that they need to develop and grow. Their low student-teacher ratio ensures that each child
receives this needed attention. At the heart of the program, it is the school's desire to nurture within the children, a
concern and kindness for themselves and those around them.
The goal of Sardis Weekday School is to encourage fullness in the growth of each child.
This goal is individualized for each child in order to meet his unique needs at his own level and at his own pace.
It is the school's hope to supplement family life and extend the spiritual growth of each child through the loving guidance of its
Christian staff. Its curriculum identifies goals in all areas of development: spiritual,
cognitive and physical. A ministry of Sardis Presbyterian Church since 1954, the heart of the preschool's program is a staff
that strives each day to introduce its children to the joy of learning, the warmth of sharing and the thrill of accomplishment.
The most important goal of the preschool's early childhood curriculum is to help children become enthusiastic learners.
The curriculum is based on the philosophy that young children learn best by doing. Learning requires active experimenting and
thinking to find out how things work and is not just repeating what someone else says. Play is the "doing" that provides
the foundation for academic or "school" learning. The preschool's curriculum identifies goals in all areas of development: spiritual,
social, emotional, cognitive and physical. St. Stephen United Methodist Preschool is self-administered by the Weekday Preschool
Committee with St. Stephen United Methodist Church supplying (without financial obligation) space and utilities and the
preschool being offered as an outreach ministry to the community.
The Charlotte Catholic High School (grades 9-12) is one of 9 schools in the Mecklenburg Area. As a school in the Diocese of
Charlotte, it's mission is to proclaim the Good News of the Gospel and to provide
a religious and academic program that allows each student to develop spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, physically and
socially, so that each is prepared to live and serve in a changing society as a self-respecting citizen.
Charlotte Catholic strives to maintain an environment in which the teachings of Jesus are promoted as the basis of the
values taught and upheld, recognizing this mission is a shared responsibility with the parishes and parents.
Charlotte Country Day is a strong institution with a long history of forward thinking. It offers students and their families
an unsurpassed opportunity to prepare for the future—an opportunity grounded in the strength of tradition and shaped by
generations of visionary leaders.
At Country Day, you’ll find a profound commitment to lifelong learning, hands-on experiences,
individualized attention, and a caring, inclusive community. You’ll find teachers, coaches, administrators, and advisors
eager to work in close partnership. Most important, you’ll find a dynamic, comprehensive educational experience, one that
cultivates each student’s intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and creative qualities.
Charlotte Latin is a school based upon traditional values and unlimited opportunities. This school community embraces a
variety of traditions that are shared by students, parents, alumni, faculty, and staff, as well as innovations that
reflect its dynamic environment.
Students are presented with many opportunities to explore and develop their interests, including a variety of co-curricular
options and a K-12 community service program that fosters a lifelong commitment to service through age-appropriate activities.
Students also are encouraged to explore their world and are supported in this endeavor through active Sister Schools and
Study Abroad programs. Charlotte Latin School's mission is to encourage individual development and civility in their students
by inspiring them to learn, by encouraging them to serve others, and by offering them many growth-promoting opportunities.
