[2] West Charlotte is one of the few high schools still in existence whose students were African American during the era of segregation.

SAVE members participated in local non-violence marches and the Carolina Carrousel Parade.

Due to SAVE's efforts, there was a decrease in the number of violent incidents, weapons found in the school and the expulsion rate of students.

The award honors individuals and volunteer groups that have made a commitment to connect Americans through service to help meet critical needs in their communities.

West Charlotte principal Shelton Jeffries said the graduation rate at his school is a serious concern.

He believes the work of the coalition will be powerful in reversing those trends by positively influencing the lives of young people.

[9] West Charlotte offers many extracurricular activities to encourage students' involvement in the school's community outside of the normal classroom setting.

Those activities include: West Charlotte is affiliated with the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA).