Eno River Academy

Eno River Academy (ERA) is a K–12 public charter school in Hillsborough, North Carolina. We serve 838 students from six surrounding counties, offering a small-school environment with a strong sense of community, academic excellence, and creative opportunity. Our mission is to foster academic and artistic excellence while enriching cultural literacy through a rigorous, student-centered STREAM model (Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics).

Our Vision

Excellence belongs to every student.

Through deep learning and high expectations, we prepare students to thrive for their future- academically, personally, and in community.

Our Educational Program: STREAM

More Than Test Prep—Tools for a Changing World

Our K–12 program is powered by STREAM: Science, Technology, Research, Engineering, Arts, and Math. This integrated, future-focused model is our shared strategy to ensure every student becomes:

• A problem-solver tackling real-world challenges
• A collaborator who connects across grades and disciplines
• A creator who uses technology ethically and purposefully
• A learner who builds a strong foundation in both STEM and the humanities

What STREAM Looks Like at ERA

• Hands-on, interdisciplinary projects
• Integration of AI and emerging digital tools
• Purposeful enrichment and extracurricular opportunities
• Aligned K–12 planning and professional development for teachers

We're not preparing students for the next test—we’re preparing them for their future.

Core Values

At Eno River Academy, our values shape everything we do—from classroom instruction to community traditions. These are the heart of who we are:

• Belonging: We create a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, supported, and connected. We celebrate each person’s unique identity and build a culture rooted in empathy, kindness, and trust.
• Growth: We believe in progress over perfection. Through reflection, resilience, and teamwork, we help students unlock their full potential—academically and personally.
• Character: We guide students to act with integrity and courage. By understanding themselves and respecting others, our students develop a moral compass to lead meaningful lives.
• Creativity: We encourage curiosity and innovation. Whether designing, building, writing, or collaborating, students express themselves and solve problems in powerful, authentic ways.