Marie G. Davis Military and Global Leadership Academy
Charlotte, NC
"Developing Young Leaders for Global Citizenship"
At a Glance
Grades
9-12
Gender
Co-ed
Founded
2007
Enrollment
71
Accreditations
The Verdict
Marie G. Davis Military and Global Leadership Academy takes a unique approach: combining JROTC military training with global citizenship education and public safety career pathways. Located in Charlotte, this small magnet school prepares students not just for military careers but for leadership roles in law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency services.
The academy develops young leaders who are knowledgeable about their contributions to the global community through building positive relationships and service learning—a mission that extends well beyond traditional military school boundaries.
About
Marie G. Davis Military and Global Leadership Academy is a small public magnet high school in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. The academy develops young leaders through JROTC, global leadership education, and a new Public Safety pathway preparing students for careers in law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency services.
Admissions & Selectivity
Admissions Philosophy
selective
Key Requirements
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools magnet application
- Rising 9th-12th grade students
- Interest in military leadership or public safety careers
- Commitment to JROTC participation
Location
Campus & Facilities
Housing
N/A
Enrollment
71
Student:Teacher
8:1
Campus Life
Daily Schedule
The school day runs 7:15 AM to 2:15 PM. Students participate in either the traditional JROTC pathway or the newer Public Safety pathway, which provides hands-on instruction in law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency services. All students engage in leadership development and service learning activities.
Discipline Model
The academy emphasizes leadership and positive relationships rather than boot camp-style discipline. Students develop skills for their chosen profession—whether military, law enforcement, or emergency services—while building character through service to the community.
Athletics & Physical Training
Varsity Sports
Mandatory PT
Physical training is integrated into the JROTC and Public Safety curricula. Cadets participate in fitness activities appropriate to their career pathway.
Facilities
Campus facilities support academic instruction and pathway-specific training including public safety simulations and JROTC drill activities.
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