Michelle Holland has been a dedicated member of the Lake Norman Charter community since 2008. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from Stephen F. Austin State University, a Master’s Degree in Special Education from the University of Houston, and a School Administration License from Gardner-Webb University. In 2021, Michelle was honored as a top 10 finalist for the North Carolina Charter School Principal of the Year. Michelle is passionate about fostering LNC’s school culture in every aspect of campus life. She works diligently to align the school’s goals with its strategic focus areas, supervises all staff, and leads the preparations each August to ensure a warm and welcoming start for our youngest, newest, and returning Knights as they begin a new year of learning, leading, and serving. Michelle lives in Huntersville with her husband. Both of her children are proud LNC alumni; her son graduated from UNC Charlotte’s Belk College of Business, and her daughter is currently a senior at the University of Kentucky.

Email:  MHolland@lncharter.org

Melanie joined Lake Norman Charter Elementary as a second-grade teacher during its inaugural year in 2017 and began serving as the Assistant Principal of LNC Elementary East in 2019. She was most recently named the Principal of LNC Elementary West, which is set to open for students in August 2026. Melanie holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from West Virginia State University and a Master’s Degree in School Administration from Gardner-Webb University.

Melanie directs the Beginning Teacher Support program for new staff at Lake Norman Charter School, directs the summer reading camp for elementary students and collaborates in developing and implementing school policies, programs, curriculum and budgets. She is committed to building positive relationships with all stakeholders and instilling a love of learning, leading and serving in children. Melanie lives in Concord with her husband, Bryan, who serves as a Captain at the Huntersville Police Department and her daughter, Makenna, who is a senior at Lake Norman Charter School. Melanie’s son, Bronson, graduated from high school in 2021 and is pursuing a career as a diesel mechanic.

Email: MLatza@lncharter.org