Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

We are incredibly proud of our Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Class of 2026!
This year’s numbers speak for themselves – but the impact our graduates will have on the world is immeasurable.

💰 $90M+ in scholarships earned
🎓 10,316 graduates
🎉 90,000 family & friends celebrating together
🗓️ 34 ceremonies hosted across 6 unforgettable days

Congratulations to the leaders, innovators and changemakers of tomorrow. Your journey of Endless Possibilities is just beginning!

The Garinger Education Foundation offers recent Garinger High School graduates attending Central Piedmont Community College Wildcat Scholarships up to $4,000 over two years.

The Wildcat Scholarship is designed to ease the financial transition into higher education by providing sustainable funding over the course of your associate degree or certificate program.

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For more information visit: https://garingereducationfoundation.org/scholarships/2021-gef-cpcc

Garinger High School/CPCC Scholarships The Garinger Education Foundation offers recent Garinger graduates ...

Ready to make a meaningful difference in our community? Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is gearing up for the 2026-2027 school year, and we want YOU on our team!

Join us for our upcoming Bus Driver Hiring Event. Whether you are looking for a rewarding career change or a stable schedule with great benefits, being a school bus driver is a great way to support local students and families.

🗓️ When: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – Noon
📍 Where: 4440 Northpoint Industrial Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28216

Can't make it in person? No problem! You can also apply online today:
1️⃣ Visit www.cmsk12.org
2️⃣ Click on 'Careers'
3️⃣ Apply for the Bus Driver position

Celebrating the Class of 2026!

A massive congratulations to the brilliant graduates of Ballantyne Ridge High School and Palisades High School!

You’ve set the standard high, made your communities proud, and now you're ready to conquer what's next. The future is yours to shape!

Watch these graduation highlights: https://youtu.be/PJP7DwmXvzc

Read this year’s CMS Senior Stories: https://www.cmsk12.org/.../class-of-2026-senior-stories

Ballantyne Ridge's Inaugural Class of 2026 and Palisades High School Celebrating the Class of 2026! A massive congratulations to the b...

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Celebrating the Class of 2026! 🎓
Congratulations to the graduates of West Mecklenburg High School and Olympic High School who crossed the stage today and stepped boldly into their future!
We’re so proud of all you’ve achieved and can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next. Wishing you continued success and endless opportunities ahead!
https://youtu.be/kJ0_bYM4wIY

Be sure to read this year’s Senior Stories highlighting select CMS graduates and their journeys to graduation:
https://www.cmsk12.org/families/graduation-schedule/class-of-2026-senior-stories

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Celebrating the Class of 2026!

A massive congratulations to the incredible graduates from Rocky River High School and North Mecklenburg High School!

From dominating the fields and courts to showing outstanding leadership, community focus, and academic drive, these seniors have truly left their mark. You’ve set an amazing example, inspired your peers, and built a foundation for long-term success.

The world is waiting for your next big moves—go out there and make a difference!

Watch the highlights: https://youtu.be/gWUb4zwT2Iw

Read this year’s CMS Senior Stories: https://www.cmsk12.org/families/graduation-schedule/class-of-2026-senior-stories

2026 Graduations: Rocky River High School & North Mecklenburg High School Congratulations Class of 2026!About Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools...

🎉 Big caps-off and huge congratulations to the incredible Class of 2026 graduates from Julius L. Chambers High School and David W. Butler High School! 🎓✨

From rocking the sidelines and dominating in the classroom to showing what true leadership, community pride, and resilience look like—you have left an unforgettable mark on your schools. Now, you’re ready to take on the world and shape the future! 🚀💼

We are immensely proud of your hard work and dedication. Thank you to the phenomenal teachers, families, and community members who cheered these amazing students on every single step of the way. ❤️

Let’s celebrate our grads! Drop a 🎓, 💜, 💙, or shout out your favorite graduate in the comments below! 👇

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Be sure to read this year’s Senior Stories highlighting select CMS graduates and their journeys to graduation: https://www.cmsk12.org/.../class-of-2026-senior-stories

2026 Graduations: Julius L. Chambers High School and David W. Butler High School ---About Charlotte-Mecklenburg SchoolsEmpowering over 140,000 st...

Celebrating the class of 2026!

HUGE congratulations to our graduates from Garinger High School and Philip O. Berry Academy of Technology! You have achieved this milestone through hard work and determination. Carry that with you as you step into the future!
https://youtu.be/YIfQqbPUBk4

Be sure to read this year’s Senior Stories highlighting select CMS graduates and their journeys to graduation:
https://www.cmsk12.org/families/graduation-schedule/class-of-2026-senior-stories

2026 Graduation Highlights - Garinger High School and Philip O. Berry Academy of Technology Celebrating the Class of 2026! 🎓 HUGE congratulations to our grad...

Today marks a special day across CMS as we celebrate the achievements, resilience and bright futures of the Class of 2026! 🎓

Congratulations to the seniors from:
• Rocky River High School
• North Mecklenburg High School
• Hopewell High School
• West Mecklenburg High School
• Olympic High School
• Ballantyne Ridge High School
• Palisades High School
• Julius L. Chambers High School
• David W. Butler High School
• Independence High School
• East Mecklenburg High School

Be sure to read this year’s Senior Stories highlighting select CMS graduates and their journeys to graduation: https://www.cmsk12.org/families/graduation-schedule/class-of-2026-senior-stories

You can also watch today’s ceremonies live here: www.youtube.com/