
A New Kind of Dual Language Public Charter School Is Coming to Wilmington, NC
Darden-Perry Academy is a proposed tuition-free Dual Language Public Charter School where all students will learn through English and American Sign Language in a schoolwide framework designed to strengthen communication, collaboration, academic growth, and meaningful connections.

Darden-Perry Academy is a proposed tuition-free public charter school currently seeking authorization from the North Carolina State Board of Education. Proposed opening: July 2027, pending charter approval.
English and American Sign Language Dual-Language Framework
Darden-Perry Academy’s academic model integrates English and American Sign Language throughout the learning environment. Students develop communication, literacy, critical-thinking, collaboration, and cultural-awareness skills through bilingual-bimodal instruction and age-appropriate language development.
English and ASL Language Development
STEM and Hands-On Learning
Project-Based Learning
Drama and Creative Expression
Health, Yoga, and Wellness
Character and Leadership Development






Darden-Perry Academy is a proposed public charter school currently seeking authorization.