Myers Park Principal Named Educator of the Year
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools awarded the 2027 title to Robert Folk during a surprise ceremony.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Administration
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has honored Myers Park High School principal Robert Folk as the 2027 Principal of the Year. The district selected Folk for the distinction from a group of 11 finalists.
Why it matters
The annual recognition highlights leadership within the district and honors educators who have demonstrated a long-term commitment to student success. Folk was chosen following a career that spans 35 years in education.
Robert Folk brings 35 years of experience to the role, having led Myers Park High School since November 2021. The selection process considered a total of 11 finalists for the 2027 district title.
The players
Robert Folk
He is the current principal of Myers Park High School and a veteran educator with 35 years of professional experience.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
This is the public school district serving the city of Charlotte and its surrounding area.
The details
District officials surprised Folk with the award during a ceremony held at Myers Park High School. Folk holds degrees from Appalachian State University and UNC Charlotte.
Timeline
November 2021: Robert Folk assumed his current principal position.
September 24, 2026: Robert Folk received the award at a ceremony.
Culture Shift
This recognition aligns with the district tradition of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Principal of the Year program. It follows the established pattern of honoring administrative leadership to bolster institutional morale.
Residents and parents at Myers Park High School may note the district-level recognition as an indicator of school leadership stability. The award serves as a benchmark for community members monitoring the performance and administrative quality of local public institutions.
The takeaway
The selection of a long-term educator for this award underscores the value placed on career-long development in administrative roles. Parents can view such recognition as a sign of experienced, stable guidance within their neighborhood schools.
Further reading
For more information on the district's leadership initiatives, visit Charlotte Administration.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Charlotte Observer.
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