Date:  January 12 - 31 2010 Blumenthal Performing Arts Center  Location: Knight Theater 430 South Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Price: Prices begin At $29  More Info Call 704-372-1000 or Click Here.

A sensational hit around the world, this stunning and incredible production offers a theatrical experience that is totally unique, combining amazing special effects,acrobatics, jazz and modern dance, puppetry, dazzling aluminum costumes and lighting. This show is certain to be a delight to audiences of all ages, and a highlight of your season!! 

221 CMS teachers received 2009 National Board Certification

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 16, 2009 – The National Board for Professional Teacher Standards (NBPTS) has announced that 221 CMS teachers have earned National Board Certification this year. The district, ranked second nationally with newly certified teachers, now has 1,439 National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) on staff. Click here for the list of CMS teachers earning their 2009 National Board certification. ...Full article

The Jay M. Robinson Middle School Chargers went undefeated for the entire softball season and won the Southern Conference championship.  Congratulations to the Lady Chargers on an outstanding season! 

 Top Row (L-R) Asst. Coach Merkle, Taylor Phillips, Lexi Lewis, Ashley Baker, Brianna Bentley, Jordan Muhammad, Peyton Huff, Madi Cowell, Coach Vanderhill
Bottom Row: (L-R): Haley Reid, Katelyn Mathis, Jillian Perry, Lauren Miller, Janessa Askew

SouthPark Hosts Pet Photos with Santa Sunday, Dec. 6 and 13

Not to forget the stockings of everyone’s furry friends, Santa has room for chew toys, treats and catnip in his bag too! ...Full article

Two area non-profits partner to inspire a love of reading
 
(CHARLOTTE, NC – December 2, 2009):  First Book-Charlotte has donated 500 new books for local children of low-income families. The children will receive the books as gifts at their holiday celebrations at YMCA Starfish Academy. ...Full article

ALCOHOL & DRUG LESSONS LEARNED WHILE FUN FOR ALL !!!                                                       The Quail Hollow Middle School student body tackled and cheered on the Red Ribbon Week Anti-Drug Pep Rally and Football Game on October 22, 2009.

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A CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS
Saturday, December 5, 2009
VOX and the Chancel Choir at St. John's Baptist Church
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Charlotte Secondary School hosts photographer/author Brooke Mayo as she presents her new book “Diving Doggies: A Celebration of Underwater Play.”

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You’ve probably been playing with LEGOs for a long time.  But do you know where LEGOs are from? Or how long they’ve been around?  Or what the word “LEGO” means?

What: ScanFest of the Carolinas 2009

Where: Wachovia Atrium - 301 South Tryon Street

Date: Saturday, November 7, 2009

Time: 10am-5pm

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Trinity Episcopal School, in partnership with the Charlotte Housing Authority, Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation and the City of Charlotte, will host a chapel service and groundbreaking ceremony for Alexander Street Park on Friday, September 4 at 8:30am. 

 

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