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Meet the Principal

Dr. Summerlyn Thompson holds undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Virginia, along with a doctorate from Virginia Tech. Previously the longtime principal of Johnson Elementary, she became principal of Walker in 2023.

 

Summerlyn Thompson

An expanded, modernized middle school is currently under construction, slated to be open and serving grades 6-8 in Fall 2026. 

Learn About the Future Charlottesville Middle School

 

Charlottesville City Schools is an interconnected, equity-focused school community committed to providing the skills and knowledge needed for lifelong learning, engaged citizenship, and personal fulfillment

 

Recent Updates

Celebrating Winners of 2024 Golden Apple . . .

✨This week we were honored to celebrate the 10 educators in our division to win a Golden Apple Award for Outstanding Teaching. —Matthew Miller, CHS, Engineering Teacher —Alton Coleman, Bufor . . .

Posted Date: 05/10/2024


Learn About Restorative Justice in Our S . . .

Learn how our schools take a "restorative justice" approach to resolving conflicts. This Saturday, Family Engagement Coordinator Bianca Johnson will lead two community sessions: Restorative Justic . . .

Posted Date: 05/09/2024


Walk, Bike, & Roll to School: Wednesday, . . .

This Wednesday, May 8, is National Bike, Walk & Roll to School Day!  As a part of Charlottesville Bike Month, students and families are encouraged to get to school by foot, bike, scooter, an . . .

Posted Date: 05/07/2024


C-VILLE Weekly features alternative ed p . . .

"Educational Opportunities" at Lugo-McGinness and Knight School  Pick up a copy of this week's C-VILLE to learn all about Lugo-McGinness Academy and Knight School, two of our division's alternati . . .

Posted Date: 05/01/2024