#iamaKNIGHT Stories
What makes a Charlotte Christian Knight? It is not just wearing blue and white. Knights study hard in the classroom, work together on the field, perform well on the stage and faithfully serve others in the community. Charlotte Christian Knights annually volunteer to chaperone field trips or faithfully pray over class lists. Knights help other Knights become lifelong learners. Knights value a faith in Christ and the importance of being in a place where “everyone knows your name.” #iamaknight stories share insights from alumni, students, parents and employees on what it means to be a Charlotte Christian Knight!
Students
Charlotte Christian has helped develop my faith. It has been a blessing to learn from my teachers and mentors, not only academically but also spiritually. Moreover, it has helped expose me to different areas of learning that I hope to pursue. I am thankful for every teacher, administrator and more that has poured into me, and I am grateful for my experience at CCS."
David Ntim ('22)
Being a Knight means that I have the opportunity to have friends who also strive to follow the Lord and teachers who pour into me. I appreciate the opportunities that being a Knight brings, like spending time with students across the different divisions and being a part of planning fun student events like homecoming!”
Ashlyn Preston ('25)
To be a Knight is to be part of a forever community. When I began my time here at CCS, I knew I would receive the tools I needed for academic and spiritual growth, but I underestimated what my greatest gain would be: a second family. Although the thought of concluding my time here at CCS is bittersweet, it is comforting to know that I will forever be a part of something greater than myself, for I will forever be a Knight.”
Jewel Lewis ('25)
Parents
The word that immediately comes to mind when our family is asked what it means to be a Charlotte Christian Knight is 𝑪𝑶𝑴𝑴𝑼𝑵𝑰𝑻𝒀!
We chose this community because it was important for our children to be in a school that comes along side us to instill Christian values, teach biblical truths while providing rigorous academics. The impact that this community, administrators, teachers, coaches, have had on our daughters’ academic and spiritual growth is a blessing. This community is truly very special!" Atiya Biakabutuka, parent of Sutton ('30) and Aidyn ('32)
Being a Charlotte Christian Knight means more than just attending a school—it’s about joining a community where every student, parent, and teacher feels like family. It's a place where we belong, where our values are shared, and where we can grow together in faith, academics, and character. As a family, we’re proud to be part of a community that supports and strengthens one another.” Martha Allen, parent of Harris ('33) and Elliott ('35)
What does it mean to be a Charlotte Christian Knight? It means God. Faith. It means community in the way a community should be. It means great academics and passionate teachers. It means opportunities and growth. It means having a school to be proud of, a school to love, a school that encompasses family, and then becomes family. Charlotte Christian is home." Jenn Miller, parent of Ashlynn ('25), Madilynn ('25), Adam ('27), Reagan ('32)
The decision to have our children attend Charlotte Christian School was hands down, one of the best decisions we have ever made. We have experienced first hand the dedication to Biblical truth and Spiritual growth, the commitment to academic rigor and a community that supports each child in a way that allows them to flourish.
We now have a freshman in college who is thriving in all aspects of college life because Charlotte Christian helped to fully prepare him academically, spiritually and socially to succeed.
Our 9th grader is also thriving at Charlotte Christian and we are confident that she will continue to grow and develop both academically and spiritually. We know that when it’s time for her to go to college, she will be ready!" Amanda Cash, parent of Lillian ('28) and Graham ('24)
We wanted a school that would partner with us to make sure that Christ remains at the center of our children’s lives. This is an environment that looks at the whole child.”
Musunga Kabwe, parent of students in grades 10 and 11
Alumni
Dr. J. Derek Halvorson ('89), President of Covenant College shares his story.
Daniel Fogarty ('98), Beds for Kids Co-Founder shares his story.
Stephen Curry ('06), NBA Golden State Warriors Guard, shares about how Charlotte Christian helped prepare him for life.
Payton Walker ('15), News Anchor shares her story about being a lifer at CCS.
KnightCast Podcast: Leah Metcalf ('01), professional basketball player shares her story.
Terrelle Brown ('18), Wheaton College student, shares his memories as the inaugural head prefect and the experience he gained from his leadership opportunities.
KnightCast Podcast: Eric Gunderson ('03), American country music artist with the group Love and Theft shares his story.
KnightCast Podcast: Daniel Bard ('03), pitcher with the MLB Colorado Rockies, shares his story.
Alumni Snapshot: Sarah York ('14) gives three words to describe her CCS experience:
foundational, life-giving, home"
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Employees
Working at CCS has been a wonderful blessing in my life. Each day, I have the opportunity to see God at work in the lives of the students, faculty, and staff on our campus. Recently, I attended the MS Spiritual Life Retreat at Carolina Point to serve along with our faculty and staff. What joy it brought to my heart to serve our students, see them make connections with fellow students through fun activities and gather together daily to worship God! I'm thankful to be able to work and serve in a community where you can truly impact the lives of those around you! ”
Marilyn Hoyle, Middle School Assistant Teacher
One of my favorite parts of working at Charlotte Christian School is the relationships I build with faculty and students. I have made many close friends who I enjoy working alongside daily. I often remind my students that with God they can do all things. In class we ask the Lord to guide our lessons and reveal his wisdom and understanding to us. Life is full of challenges and the ability to bring faith and hope to our students through God’s word and prayer makes all the difference in their lives. ”
Working at Charlotte Christian is an absolute answer to prayer. When I first came here, not only did I work alongside highly talented colleagues, but I also gained extremely passionate and humble friends. As the saying goes, 'if you love what you do you'll never work a day in your life'. Charlotte Christian does a wonderful job of supporting their staff and curating a beautiful campus that makes every day worth it. ”
Working at Charlotte Christian has been one of the biggest blessings for me and my family. The way they cover us in prayer, make us feel seen and feel loved is something that is immeasurable. CCS does a great job of providing so many opportunities to interact with all of the divisions. From the Employee Fun Days to worshiping in the Alkire, CCS is rooted in teaching how God loves us. Charlotte Christian leads by this example so that we can teach these examples to our students. I am honored to be a part of the Charlotte Christian community!” Ashley Moritz, Fifth Grade Teacher
I love working at CCS because of the endless support and encouragement provided from fellow teachers and administrators. It truly is a fun and exciting place to be! We all have a common goal of impacting the culture for Christ, so it feels like we’re all on this mission together.”