MILITARY AND GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Military and Global Leadership Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 166 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, Military and Global Leadership Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Military and Global Leadership Academy (MGLA), located in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a specialized magnet high school within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) system. The school is designed for students who are interested in pursuing leadership roles in a global society, with a particular focus on discipline, character development, and academic excellence. By integrating a rigorous standard high school curriculum with military-style leadership training, the academy aims to prepare students for success in college, the workforce, and service-oriented career paths.

Beyond its academic offerings, the MGLA emphasizes the development of personal responsibility, citizenship, and civic duty. Students are typically engaged in activities that promote structured goal setting and teamwork, mirroring the core values found in military service. As a magnet program, the academy attracts a diverse student body from across the district, providing an environment that fosters international awareness and collaborative problem-solving skills, ultimately striving to graduate well-rounded individuals ready to take on complex challenges in a globalized world.

For more information, contact Military and Global Leadership Academy at (980) 343-6011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.