Frequently Asked Questions

Who can enroll in a Charter School?
Charter Schools are permitted to enroll any student living in the state of North Carolina entitled to a free public education. Each charter school has a mission and vision to include a target number of students at each grade level.  Most charter schools do not have academic requirements for admission.  Charter schools are schools of choice, parents and students choose which school they would like to attend and are limited by space availability.

Why do Charter Schools have such long waiting lists?
Waiting lists occur primarily because charter schools are market driven. As a school of choice, parents decide if they want their children to attend the charter school. A successful school will have greater demand.

Does a Charter School need to accept my student enrolled in an exceptional children program?
Charter Schools do follow all of the federal and state guidelines of IDEA (special education law).  Many charter schools do not offer all high school pathways which meet the needs of certain special education students.  If you have a child with specific special needs, it is always beneficial to contact the special education staff to ensure the curriculum requirements of your child match the mission of the school, especially at the high school level.

How can I find out where my child is on the waitlist?
For the Lincolnton campus, please contact Anita Neagle at registrarln@lincolncharter.org.
For the Denver campuses, please contact registrardenver@lincolncharter.org.