CIS FAQ's

What is a Charter School?

Charter schools are a public education reform enacted in order to provide innovation and choice to parents. Interested educators and parents apply to the State Board of Education for a charter in a competitive process. Those groups who are awarded a charter can open a tuition-free public school that receives local, state, and federal funds. To learn more about our charter click here

How do I apply to enroll my student?

There are certain steps each family must take in order to apply.

Step 1 - Attend an Open House
Step 2 - Use username and password (received at open house) in order to log in to Apply
Step 3 - Fill out all the information on the Application
Step 4 - Await results in the Lottery, held at the end of enrollment

What is the Lottery?

The Lottery is the process in which Carolina International School enrolls students.
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What are the core values of Carolina International School?

Respect - We will respect others and their property at all times. We will listen to each other, knowing that we have individual differences that make us unique and valuable.

Responsibility - We will accept responsibility for our words and actions. We will treat others as we would like to be treated.

Solutions - We will create a positive environment where problems are met with creative solutions.

Service - We will actively seek ways to help others in our school, our community, and our world.