Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Prepares For Midyear Graduation

Deeandra Michel,

CHARLOTTE, NC, – More than 1,100 students will don their caps and gowns and receive diplomas at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools midyear graduation. CMS officials sat they are extremely proud of our graduates and cannot wait to celebrate them at two ceremonies at Bojangles Coliseum, Thursday, February 8, 2024.

As prepare for the ceremony begins, there are a few changes to security policies to ensure the safest and most secure celebration possible, and to keep the focus on all of our deserving graduates. With that in mind, please note Bojangles Coliseum requests that the following items not be brought into the graduation venue:

  • Flowers
  • Duffel bags
  • Fanny packs
  • Backpacks
  • Gifts
  • Balloons
  • Air horns
  • Noisemakers
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In addition to these prohibited items, we ask that attendees abide by the Coliseum’s new policy for bags. Non-clear bags must not exceed 4.5” x 6.5” in size, and clear bags may not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”. Anyone carrying bags larger than what is permitted will not be granted entry. Attached is a photo for reference, please check your bags before you arrive to ensure an efficient entry process.

 

What:              Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools midyear graduation

When:            Thursday, Feb.8; 4:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Where:      Bojangles Coliseum, 2700 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205

 

Links to streaming coverage: 

4:00 p.m. https://youtube.com/live/zBgHPHdm-l4?feature=share

7:30 p.m. https://youtube.com/live/nwRQKD2MfH4?feature=share

List of schools:

4:00 p.m. ceremony:

Ardrey Kell High School

Charlotte Mecklenburg Academy

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Virtual School

David W. Butler High School

Garinger High School

Harding University High School

Harper Middle College High School

Independence High School

Levine Middle College

Myers Park High School
Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology

South Mecklenburg High School

West Charlotte High School

West Mecklenburg High School

7:30 p.m.

Cato Middle College High School

Julius L. Chambers High School

Charlotte Teacher Early College

Cochrane Collegiate/iMeck Academy

East Mecklenburg High School

Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences/Military Global Academy

Hopewell High School
William A. Hough High School
Mallard Creek High School

Merancas Middle College High School

North Mecklenburg High School

Olympic High School

Palisades High School

Providence High School