CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools surprised its 2027 principal of the year Thursday morning. The winner is Robert “Bob” Folk, who leads Myers Park High School. Folk has spent 35 years in education, including more than 20 years as a principal. He says he wants to make sure stud ents are prepared for their future. Folk says, “I want this to be a place that they remember. I want them to leave as graduates and feel that their high school experience was the best experience they’ve had in their young lives.” Folk’s father also worked for CMS during the district’s consolidation and helped guide the district during desegregation. ...read more read less