West Mecklenburg High School


West Mecklenburg High School, colloquially known as West Meck, is a high school located in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System and was opened in 1951. The sports teams are known as the Hawks. Besides providing the standard state-mandated high school curriculum, the school also hosts several programs designed for advanced study, including the Academy for Medical Science, the Academy for Tourism and Travel, and Academy of International Languages.

History

Upon opening in 1951, the school's original mascot was known as the West Meck Indian. The yearbook corresponded to the theme by being known as The Tomahawk. West Mecklenburg's mascot has since been changed to the Hawks.

Athletics

West Mecklenburg High School is a member of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association and is classified as a 7A school. It is a part of the Greater Charlotte 7A/8A Conference. Sport teams at West Mecklenburg High School include:

Notable alumni