Charlotte Bobcats: Cody Zeller
Rockin' Reporters Jha’liah and Kenny interview rookie Charlotte Bobcats Center Cody Zeller and learn all about his hard work and success on and off the court.
View ArticleLarger Than Life…And Yet, Grounded
Each month, thanks to a partnership between My School Rocks! magazine and the Charlotte Bobcats, students will get the unbelievable chance to interview different basketball players. Rockin' Reporters...
View ArticleMichael Kidd-Gilchrist: On overcoming obstacles, playing one-on-one with...
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is in his second year in the NBA. Learn how the child-at-heart, standout player is remarkable for more than just his efforts on the court.
View ArticleFrom the Field Into Our Living Rooms
TV anchor and reporter Morgan Fogarty tells how she came to help change lives every day.
View ArticleEditor's Note, January 2014
In this year's Arts issue of My School Rocks!, we take a look at the transcendent power of various art forms and activities here in the Queen City.
View ArticleEditor's Note, March 2014
This issue marks My School Rocks! Magazine’s 10th anniversary. Like proud caregivers, MSR publishers and staff delight in sharing the best in Charlotte educational milestones, and that includes...
View ArticleTaking CMS from Good to Great
A conversation with CMS superintendent Dr. Heath Morrison. He is 20 months in on the job and five months in on implementation of “Strategic Plan 2018: For a Better Tomorrow.” It’s a great time to check...
View ArticleAl Jefferson: The Friendly Giant
Al Jefferson is one of the most senior and tallest players on the Bobcats team. He shared with MSR fond memories of NBA playoffs, his career and also looked ahead to his inevitable – and hopefully...
View ArticleFashion Forecasting with Belk's Arlene Goldstein
After her youngest daughter started kindergarten, Goldstein started her new career – in fashion. Today, she is vice president of trend merchandising and fashion direction at Belk.She sat down with MSR...
View ArticleEditor's Note, April 2014
How many of us put that much thought into our wardrobe selections each morning? In meeting with Arlene Goldstein for our April cover story, I was reminded of Albright’s creativity and how fashion is...
View ArticleThere's 104 Days of Summer Vacation and Phineas and Ferb are Gonna Do It All!
Co-creator Dan Povenmire inspires kids and adults to get creative outdoors.
View ArticleEditor's Note, May/June 2014
The summer break is quickly approaching, and with it comes freedom – from homework, from the school schedule. How will you spend your summer vacation?
View ArticleEditor's Note, September 2014
The beginning of the school year is all about trying new things and catching up with friends – old and new. MSR Magazine has news to share with our readers!
View ArticleThe Power of Musicians: Ethan Bortnick and Damian McGinty
In Charlotte this past May, during their “Power of Music” tour, Ethan Bortnick and Damian McGinty met with Rockin’ Reporters Cierra, Lily and Madison at the Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Performing...
View ArticleLost Hollow Revealed
Landscape designer W. Gary Smith unearths Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden’s enchanting new children’s garden.
View ArticleEditor's Note, October 2014
As you navigate your daily life, eating a meal, doing homework, traveling to school and work, what mysteries do you encounter that make you wonder, “How did that happen?” Now you can ask Dr. STEM and...
View ArticleEditor's Note, November 2014
In this issue we highlight a Charlotte-based veterans' organization, honor an outstanding CMS teacher, and interview two talented Olympic swimmers.
View ArticleIrania Patterson: Saying Si! to Bilingual Stories and Education
Irania Patterson, bilingual children’s author, Mint Museum and Charlotte Mecklenburg Library educator and co-creator of Criss Cross Mangosauce edutainment company, shares the benefits of incorporating...
View ArticleA Force to be Reckoned With: Kyle Hagel
Kyle Hagel is an aggressive hockey player with an entrepreneurial, charitable spirit. Princeton-educated, he cofounded the Shnarped Hockey app, which connects fans and pros. He also cofounded the...
View ArticleThe Doctor Who Does It All
Dr. Leonard Feld juggles multiple roles as chief medical officer of Levine Children’s Hospital.
View ArticleEditor's Note | January 2015
In this first month of 2015, many of us are thinking about health concerns and setting goals to improve them.
View ArticleReedy Creek Elementary
Principal Mary Webb is a self-proclaimed "proud parent of a Reedy Creek fourth-grader." She shares the top things to know about the school.
View ArticleFood Babe Army Fights For Your Health
Charlotte native Vani Hari uses blog to call for better ingredients.
View ArticleEditor's Note | February 2015
I first learned about the Food Babe, Vani Hari, last January when I happened to catch a radio interview she was giving here in Charlotte. Her advocacy work instantly resonated with me.
View ArticleEditor's Note | March 2015
Before working on this issue, I’ll admit I didn’t know much about NASCAR. Meeting Kyle Larson and Rico Abreu, however, gave me a personal introduction to the sport. I was floored (pun intended) by all...
View ArticleDanny Biega: Focused on the End Goal
Now in his second season with the Checkers, Danny Biega says his motivation comes from making his brothers and parents proud. He sat down with Kevin after a practice at the to discuss brotherhood,...
View ArticleDavid Cox Road Elementary
Principal Celeste Spears- Ellis shares the top things to know about David Cox Road Elementary School.
View ArticleSprint Cup Rookie of the Year Kyle Larson Races to Success
In life and on the track, Kyle Larson doesn’t slow down. He was named the 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Rookie of the Year, won the Rolex 24 with his team and became a father – all within the last four...
View ArticleAlien Dude Inspires Boys to Read
Beth Smith wants boys to love reading. An elementary school teacher for 10 years – most recently at Olde Providence Elementary – she noticed that first- and second-grade boys weren’t so excited about...
View ArticleBeverly Woods Elementary
Caroline Horne has been the principal at Beverly Woods for 10 years. She grew up nearby, and her family now lives in the Beverly Woods attendance zone. She shares the top 10 things to know about her...
View Article"Q" and A with Artist Jason Watson
Mixed-media artist Jason Watson met with Rockin’ Reporter Andrea at the Mint Museum Uptown to talk about his drawing installation “Q,” which is currently on display at the Mint.
View ArticleEditor's Note | April 2015
One of my older son’s paintings was selected to be displayed at a Charlotte credit union last fall among works by other kindergarteners. We drove to the credit union, all excited, but were told when we...
View ArticleEditor's Note | May/June 2015
When reflecting on this school year, I can’t help but smile thinking about the students who contributed to the magazine.
View ArticleThe Creation of Fury 325
Carowinds’ Director of Construction and Maintenance shares the STEM aspects and safety features of Charlotte's newest roller coaster.
View ArticleMy School Rockstars | May/June 2015
Check out May/June's featured philanthropic and volunteer news in the CMS schools.
View ArticleRiver Gate Elementary
"The staff at RGE is more like family. We work hard to make a difference and to improve the lives of our students."
View ArticleMaking Every Step Count
Jimmy Wayne walks, sings and writes his way to helping foster children.
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