Students in a hallway

Our History

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First Charter School in North Carolina:
Healthy Start Academy- Founded in 1997

State’s First Charter Continues Helping At-Risk Students

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Our 'Turn Around': Fall 2018

Principal Quigley gives an award

More than Academic Success: Durham Charter School turns around scores, transforms students’ school experience

How a Durham charter school is improving after years of failing grades from the state

The Covid-19 Pandemic: February 2020

scholars in masks

New Construction Begins: Fall 2024

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Construction Continues: Elementary School opening Fall 2027