Who We Are
Founded in 2016, GLOW Academy began with a bold vision and a single sixth-grade class of 100 students. Today, we proudly serve girls in grades 6 through 12 on our vibrant, 32-acre campus in Wilmington, NC.
At GLOW, we offer a unique, tuition-free, all-girls public school experience that prepares students not just for college—but for life. Our mission is rooted in whole-girl education, blending rigorous, college-preparatory academics with intentional social-emotional learning that equips students with the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Our school culture empowers every student to lead a balanced and purposeful life, built on a foundation of confidence, compassion, critical thinking, and personal responsibility.
Every day, we bring our vision to life:
She WILL… Graduate. Go to College. Succeed.
Mission
GLOW Academy, a public charter school, educates young women from diverse backgrounds through middle and high school, in a nurturing community with rigorous college preparatory curriculum to develop leaders who succeed in college and beyond.
Vision
She Will...Graduate, Go to College, Succeed in Life.
Sisterhood Pledge
We, the sisterhood of GLOW, pledge to:
respect ourselves and each other’s needs,
be kind in all our words and deeds,
have while learning, be lovingly honest,
keep a positive attitude, and live with confidence.
To achieve our goals, we use our mind,
And we NEVER leave a sister behind.
We are strong. We are brave.
We are the girls of GLOW Academy.
She Will...Graduate, Go to College, Succeed in Life
School Board
The GLOW Academy School board is a volunteer board that meets monthly to provide governance and oversight at the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington.
Our Staff
At GLOW Academy, our dedicated staff is a driving force behind every student’s success. Passionate, mission-driven, and deeply committed to equity and empowerment, they go beyond the classroom to build meaningful relationships, foster confidence, and champion each student’s journey. United by the belief that every girl deserves to thrive, GLOW staff lead with purpose, heart, fidelity, and an unwavering belief that She Will.
Apply to enroll in GLOW today!
School Improvement Plan
A GLOWing Future
GLOW Academy utilizes Indistar and develops and tracks our school improvement efforts. Indistar is a platform that guides high-quality work by school and/or district Leadership Teams. You can visit the Indistar site to view the GLOW Academy Comprehensive Plan for Improvement.
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Quick facts about GLOW
100%
College acceptance rate, Class of 2024 & 2025.
1:20
Average class size
$0.00
Cost to Attend GLOW Academy
(GLOW is tuition free!)
GLOW's Performance
School Report Card
North Carolina's school report cards serve as a tool to offer comprehensive data on school and district performance and are compiled by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI). Data collected includes insights into student achievement, academic progress, and school demographics.
Report cards are provided for all public schools in North Carolina. View GLOW Academy's school report card on the NCDPI site.
