About Our School

At East Mecklenburg, we are committed to excellence and to addressing the social and emotional needs, as well as the instructional needs, of every student. We believe that all students can achieve and we will work with our students and families to make that happen for every student.

MISSION

To improve all students’ academic achievement and understanding of cultural diversity by creating a safe, nurturing environment where they plan, prepare, and expect to be successful.

VISION

Providing all students with a world class education that creates life-long learners, while recognizing, affirming, and valuing each person’s uniqueness.​

SUCCESSES

  • East regularly earns top scores in district safety and cleanliness ratings.

  • East leads high schools for students reporting that they feel comfortable and safe at school.

  • Among high schools in CMS, East boasts one of the lowest teacher turnover rates.

  • Seventy-one percent of the students in the IB program have received the prestigious IB Diploma over the past ten years.

  • Teachers at East Mecklenburg have earned certification by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards; each year more teachers actively pursue certification.

  • East Mecklenburg 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’s graduates attend college.

  • East seniors last year earned over $4.4 million in academic and athletic scholarships.

  • The East 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.