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CEF director sounds off on student performance, Leandro and more
CHATHAM CHAT | JAimE DETZI, CHATHAM EDUCATION FOUNDATION Jaime Detzi, the executive director of the Chatham Education Foundation, says she’s always had a passion for public education. She … more
Education Corps partners with Chatham Schools to recruit, train, support high-impact tutors
PITTSBORO — Chatham County Schools is partnering with North Carolina Education Corps (NCEC) to accelerate learning for young readers through high-impact tutoring. Applications are open for anyone … more
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Nineteen members of Chatham County Schools are pursuing a certification from ISTE, which teaches them how to better incorporate technology in the classroom. CCS held an orientation for those staff members last month to discuss ideas and potential projects.
CCS staff pursue certification to help bring tech to the classroom
ADAPTING TO EMPOWER In an ever-digitizing world, knowing how to use the latest technologies is more important than ever. Nobody understands that better than the people training the next … more
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Three members of the Allred family — Kaley (left), Nathan (center) and Kristie (right) — work in Chatham County Schools Nutritional Services. They all say they enjoy putting a smile on kids faces as they walk through the cafeteria.
A CCS Nutritional Services employee is serving up inspiration
Nathan Allred, 19, was hired by Chatham County Schools Nutrition Services in October, but his impact goes far beyond the food he gives to students. more
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Image by Lynn Melchiori from Pixabay
Chatham County Schools requests parental permission for distribution of pocket Constitutions
At the Chatham Board of Education’s Nov. 17 meeting Amy Kappelman, chairperson of Chatham’s Moms for Liberty, expressed frustration to the board over the fact that the pocket Constitutions her … more
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Data from N.C. Dept. of Public Instruction shows 17 out of 19 schools met or exceeded growth expectations on test scores in Chatham County Schools.
District touts test score growth above state averages
Chatham County Schools officials shared additional data analysis on statewide test scores Thursday, which show the district improved at a better rate than many schools in the state. more
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The national Moms for Liberty organization has widely called for increased parent input in school curriculum, made widespread claims about Critical Race Theory — using it as a catch-all phrase for race-related school issues — and attacked LGBTQ+ students by frequently supporting “Don’t Say Gay” bills, and moving to remove queer-focused literature from schools.
Moms for Liberty leader questions school board
The head of Chatham’s chapter of Moms for Liberty addressed Chatham’s Board of Education last Thursday, coming to “dispel rumors” about its mission. more
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Jessica Winger (left) is challenging Del Turner (right) for the Dist. 3 seat on the Chatham County Board of Education
No recount in Dist. 3 race
The final numbers from the Chatham County Board of Elections are in following final canvass on Thursday. Challenger Jessica Winger did not earn enough votes to call for a recount against incumbent … more
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Chatham Education Foundation awards 19 Creative Teaching Grants
Jaime Detzi, executive director of the Chatham Education Foundation, announced 19 recipients selected to receive Creative Teaching Grants. “We were excited to have so many applicants and … more
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All three incumbents on the Chatham Board of Education — Jane Allen Wilson, Gary Leonard and Del Turner — won reelection bids Tuesday night.
Incumbents keep seats, Turner’s lead holds
Chatham County’s Board of Education is set to remain the same after three incumbents won re-election to their seats last week — provided that Del Turner’s lead … more
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Chatham Charter honors veterans
Chatham Charter School held activities honoring military service on Nov. 9, an annual event included age-appropriate sessions for elementary, middle and high school grades in which approximately 30 … more
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Northwood Principal Bradford Walston is greeted by Chatham County Board of Education Chairperson Gary Leonard. Walston was named Principal of the Year by the district Thursday and will now represent CCS at a regional level.
Walston named Principal of the Year, 19 teaching grants awarded
PITTSBORO — Chatham County Schools held its Educators Awards ceremony on Thursday to honor teachers, principals and staff for their dedication to the district. more
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Every Child NC's Leandro Impact Tracker in Chatham County Schools
Chatham officials, advocates praise historic Leandro decision
The North Carolina Supreme Court made a landmark ruling last Friday in the long-standing Leandro case, a 4-3 decision along party lines that should pave the way for millions of dollars in state … more
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Jessica Winger (left) is challenging Del Turner (right) for the Dist. 3 seat on the Chatham County Board of Education
School board race between Turner, Winger remains close, recount possible
Polls are closed but the Chatham Board of education race in Dist. 3 between Del Turner and Jessica Winger remains close. With all precincts reporting Tuesday night, Turner has a 462-vote lead and … more
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Chatham County Schools received over $511,000 through the grant program, which will be used for training to increase school safety, additional School Resource Officer (SRO) funding, and security equipment.
CCS receives $511,000 Safety Grant from Center for Safer School Awards
PITTSBORO —  Chatham County Schools was among more than 200 school districts and charter schools across North Carolina to receive part of $74.1 million in school safety grants, according … more
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Teachers from Pittsboro Elementary each dressed as different colored crayons to lead their students on the annual costume walk on Monday.
Pittsboro Elementary Costume Walk teaches kindergarteners about local businesses
Monday marked the 25th Pittsboro Elementary School Costume Walk. Kindergarteners and teachers dressed in Halloween costumes and visited more than 20 local businesses and county buildings as part of a social studies lesson about local goods and services. more
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Marianne Maschal, center right, teaches students at North Chatham Elementary how to plant leeks in a raised planter bed. Maschal oversees the garden and tends to it daily.
North Chatham Elementary’s garden blossoms with community
The North Chatham Elementary Parent Teacher Association opened a community garden on campus, just off Lystra Road, in April. Since it first broke ground, the students and parent volunteers who serve as the garden’s caretakers, tending the flowers and vegetables, have created a special community. more
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The Dist. 5 Board of Education race features incumbent Gary Leonard, left, and challenger Tim Moore, right.
Leonard faces ‘parents first’ candidate Moore
The leader of the Chatham County Board of Education, Gary Leonard, is facing a challenge for his District 5 seat. The veteran chairperson has held the position since he was appointed in 2010, while his opponent in the Nov. 8 election, Tim Moore, is a political newcomer. more
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Jessica Winger (left) is challenging Del Turner (right) for the Dist. 3 seat on the Chatham County Board of Education.
Winger challenges Turner in Dist. 3 race, bringing attention, outside cash and drama
The longtime Chatham County School Board Dist. 3 incumbent Del Turner, who has been on the board since 2010, faces a challenge from Jessica Winger, a Chatham County Schools parent and substitute teacher calling for more transparency from the board. more
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Dozens of parents and community members gathered in Chatham Grove Elementary's media center on Monday night to express support for the current school board.
‘Thank you’ school board, parents say at final meeting before election
PITTSBORO — Dozens of Chatham residents filled the front rows at Monday’s Chatham County Board of Education meeting, providing a show of support for the school board … more
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