Myers Park High School


Myers Park High School is a public high school in Charlotte, North Carolina. It serves grades 9-12, and is a part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools district.

History

Myers Park High School opened in 1951. The school has a 62-acre campus with 13 buildings.

Athletics

Myers Park High is a member of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association and is classified as a 8A school in the Greater Charlotte 7A/8A conference. The team name is the "Mustangs" and the school colors are kelly green, white, and black.

Criticism

Multiple students have alleged administrative staff at Myers Park has "disregarded, victim-blamed and ultimately silenced" students who have come forward with allegations of sexual harassment and assault on the Myers Park campus. Mark Bosco, the former principal at Myers Park High School where the alleged sexual assault took place, was suspended with pay and later reassigned to an administrative position within the school district; this move was widely reported and criticized by students and their families.

Notable alumni