It's a great day to be a Jet, because today we are recognizing Mr. Adam Lutterloh, principal at Jordan-Matthews High School! He doesn’t need hair to have a good hair day; he’s got leadership that shines all on its own. That’s why he’s Most Likely to Have a Good Hair Day Every Day! 👨🦲✨
His favorite quote, “Play Hard. Play Smart. Play Together.” – Dean Smith, embodies how he leads the Jets: with teamwork, drive, and spirit.
Drop a ✈️ to celebrate Mr. Lutterloh! 💙💛 #OneChatham #GDTBAJ
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Día 9️⃣ de celebración de nuestros increíbles directores de CCS! 👏
¡Es un gran día para ser un Jet! ✈️ Hoy reconocemos a Mr. Adam Lutterloh, director de Jordan-Matthews High School. No necesita cabello para tener un buen día de cabello; su liderazgo brilla por sí solo. Por eso es el Más Probable de Tener un Buen Día de Cabello Todos los Días. 👨🦲✨
Su cita favorita, “Juega duro. Juega con inteligencia. Juega en equipo.” – Dean Smith, refleja cómo lidera a los Jets: con trabajo en equipo, impulso y espíritu.
¡Deja un ✈️ para celebrar al Sr. Lutterloh! 💙💛 #OneChatham #GDTBAJ
Day 8️⃣ of celebrating our incredible CCS principals! 👏
Mr. Matthew Wilkins, principal at J.S. Waters School, has a stat for everything, and each one points to student success! That’s why he’s Most Likely to Turn Everything Into Stats. 📊
His favorite quote from Proverbs inspires a leadership style grounded in trust, purpose, and direction, qualities that guide the Cubs every day.
Let’s hear it for Mr. Wilkins and the J.S. Waters community! 🐻 #OneChatham
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¡Día 8️⃣ celebrando a nuestros increíbles directores de CCS! 👏
El Sr. Matthew Wilkins, director de J.S. Waters School, ¡tiene una estadística para todo, y cada una refleja el éxito de sus estudiantes! Por eso fue elegido el más propenso a convertir todo en estadísticas. 📊
Su cita favorita de Proverbios inspira un estilo de liderazgo basado en la confianza, el propósito y la dirección, cualidades que guían a los Cubs todos los días.
¡Un aplauso para el Sr. Wilkins y la comunidad de J.S. Waters! 🐻 #OneChatham
If there’s one thing Mr. Bradyn Robinson believes in, it’s keeping communication clear and simple, no fluff, just focus. That’s why he’s Most Likely to Have a One-Pager for That. As principal of George Moses Horton Middle, he leads with purpose and precision, empowering Wildcats to learn and grow #TheWildcatWay. 📄🐾
His favorite quote, “Let them” by Mel Robbins, reflects his calm and confident leadership, trusting others to take ownership and grow.
Drop a 🐾 below to celebrate Mr. Robinson! #OneChatham
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¡Día siete celebrando a nuestros increíbles directores de CCS! 👏
Si hay algo en lo que el Sr. Bradyn Robinson cree, es en mantener la comunicación clara y sencilla — sin complicaciones, solo lo esencial. Por eso es el más propenso en tener un resumen de una página para todo. Como director de George Moses Horton Middle School, lidera con propósito y precisión, empoderando a los Wildcats para aprender y crecer #TheWildcatWay. 📄🐾
Su frase favorita, “Let them" de Mel Robbins, refleja su liderazgo tranquilo y confiado — confiando en que otros tomen la iniciativa y crezcan.
¡Deja un 🐾 en los comentarios para celebrar al Sr. Robinson y a los Wildcats de Horton! 👏 #OneChatham
Moncure School is experiencing a power and phone outage. The District is in communication with the utility providers to remedy the situation.
Should you need to contact the school by phone, please call Central Services at 919-542-3626.
School will remain on a regular schedule, and will complete the day and dismiss at our normal time.
All afterschool activities have been cancelled.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Day six of celebrating our amazing CCS principals! ❤️🖤
Today, we feature Chatham Central High School’s Mrs. Mary Margaret Dark, Most Likely to Have a Plan A, B, AND C! Known for her preparation and steady leadership, Mrs. Dark always has a plan ready, and another one just in case. Her thoughtful approach helps every Bear feel supported and ready for success. 📋🐻
Her favorite quote, “But God…”, is a reminder that even when plans shift, purpose still leads the way.
Drop a 🐻 in the comments if you’ve seen Mrs. Dark’s plans in action. #BearDown #OneChatham
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¡Día seis celebrando a nuestros increíbles directores de CCS! ❤️🖤
Hoy destacamos a la Sra. Mary Margaret Dark de Chatham Central High School, la más propensa a tener un plan A, B y C. Conocida por su preparación y liderazgo constante, la Sra. Dark siempre tiene un plan listo… y otro por si acaso. Su enfoque reflexivo ayuda a que cada Bear se sienta apoyado y listo para alcanzar el éxito. 📋🐻
Su frase favorita, “But God…”, nos recuerda que incluso cuando los planes cambian, el propósito sigue marcando el camino. ✨
Deja un 🐻 en los comentarios si has visto los planes de la Sra. Dark en acción. #BearDown #OneChatham
We're so grateful for the incredible work CEF does every day to support our teachers, empower our students, and strengthen our schools. A special thank you to the 2025 CEF Champions, Central Electric Membership Corporation for their outstanding support of the Books on Break program. #OneChatham #ElevateChatham
At Chatham Middle, the connection is always strong, especially with Mr. Justin Sudol, Most Likely to Have a Landline! ☎️🐏
His leadership blends heart and humor, reminding us that sometimes a classic approach still gets the best results.
His favorite quote shines a light on his outlook:
“There’s a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in.” – Leonard Cohen
Here’s to a principal who keeps the Ramily dialed in, whether it’s Wi-Fi or landline! Drop a 🐏 in the comments if you’re part of the Ramily! 💜💛
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En Chatham Middle, ¡la conexión siempre es fuerte, especialmente con el Sr. Justin Sudol, el más propenso a tener una línea fija! ☎️🐏
Su liderazgo combina corazón y sentido del humor, recordándonos que a veces los métodos clásicos siguen dando los mejores resultados.
Su frase favorita refleja su manera de ver la vida:
“Hay una grieta en todo, así es como entra la luz.” – Leonard Cohen
¡Un aplauso por un director que mantiene el orgullo de los Rams siempre conectado, ya sea por Wi-Fi o por línea fija!
¡Deja un 🐏 en los comentarios si eres parte de la familia Rams! 💜💛
Due to an unexpected water main break, Silk Hope School students will be dismissed at 9:30 a.m. today, Monday, October 13.
We’re taking precautions to keep students and staff safe while in the building without water service.
A makeup date for today’s missed instructional time will be announced soon. At this time, school will resume at the normal time tomorrow, Tuesday, October 14th.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Debido a una rotura inesperada de la tubería principal de agua, los estudiantes de la escuela Silk Hope serán despedidos hoy, lunes 13 de octubre, a las 9:30 a.m.
Estamos tomando precauciones para mantener seguros a los estudiantes y al personal mientras el edificio no cuenta con servicio de agua.
La fecha de recuperación por el tiempo de instrucción perdido hoy será anunciada pronto. En este momento, las clases se reanudarán en su horario normal mañana, martes 14 de octubre.
Gracias por su comprensión y flexibilidad.
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
We’re proud to share that Chatham County Schools’ Lead Nurse, Melissa Lassen, serves on the Governor’s Advisory Council on Student Safety and Well-Being, helping shape statewide discussions on youth mental health, school safety, and student wellness.
The Council’s next meeting will take place November 17 at the Juvenile Justice Center in Raleigh, where Chatham County Schools will share information about our Yondr Pouch program and its impact on student outcomes.
CCS piloted the Yondr program during the 2024–2025 school year, ahead of the recent statewide ban on cell phones in classrooms, taking proactive steps to create learning environments focused on engagement, connection, and safety.
Read more about the Council’s work here ⬇️
🔗 https://www.ednc.org/governors-advisory-council-considers-challenges-and-opportunities-in-youth-well-being/
Learn more about the Council members:
🔗 https://www.ncdps.gov/about-dps/current-initiatives/governors-advisory-council-student-safety-and-well-being#Members-9172
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
She teaches. She leads. She inspires. 💛
Congratulations to Ms. Brittany Caddell of George Moses Horton Middle School, our Fall 2025 Exceptional Children Educator of Excellence!
From guiding her EC team to founding the GMH Steppers, Ms. Caddell goes above and beyond to help every student shine, inside and outside the classroom. 🌟
Read her story ➡️ www.chatham.k12.nc.us/article/2479742
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Need a spreadsheet? Dr. Giles probably has one ready! 📊
Our Most Likely to Have a Spreadsheet for That award goes to Chatham Grove’s Dr. Janice Giles, a leader who keeps every Gator goal organized and on track. 🧡💚
Her leadership blends organization and inspiration, helping the Gators dream big and reach further. Her favorite quote reminds us what true leadership means: “If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work, and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Drop a 🐊 in the comments if you’re proud to be part of the Gator community!
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¡Día cuatro celebrando a nuestros increíbles directores de CCS!
¿Necesitas una hoja de cálculo? ¡La Dra. Giles probablemente ya tenga una lista! 📊
El reconocimiento de la más propensa a tener una hoja de cálculo para todo va para la Dra. Janice Giles de Chatham Grove, una líder que mantiene cada meta de los Gators organizada y en marcha. 🧡💚
Su liderazgo combina organización e inspiración, ayudando a que los Gators sueñen en grande y lleguen más lejos. Su frase favorita nos recuerda lo que significa realmente liderar: “Si quieres construir un barco, no reúnas a los hombres para recolectar madera, dividir el trabajo y dar órdenes. En cambio, enséñales a anhelar el vasto e infinito mar.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry 🌊
¡Deja un 🐊 en los comentarios si te sientes orgulloso de ser parte de la comunidad Gator!
#OneChatham
Preparation takes teamwork. 💪
Chatham County Schools recently partnered with the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office and local emergency agencies for a districtwide reunification drill, testing safety plans and strengthening coordination to keep our students safe.
📹 Watch the recap: https://youtu.be/3lfxqXrLw3Y?si=P1rEz2SXz1jaM7dL
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Their harmonies, energy, and stage presence wowed the audience and represented Chatham County Schools with excellence and pride.
Congratulations to these talented Chargers and their director for making music that inspires! 🎤✨
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Day three of celebrating our amazing CCS principals! You can count on Chatham Early College’s principal, Dr. April Burko, to always have a plan... and a backup plan for that plan, too!
That’s why she’s Most Likely to Have a Backup Plan for the Backup Plan. 💜
Her favorite quote reminds us what leadership is really about:
“My humanity is caught up, it is inextricably bound up, in what is yours.” – Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Let’s hear it for Dr. Burko, a leader with heart, wisdom, and an eight-armed approach to success!💜 #NationalPrincipalsMonth #OneChatham
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¡Día tres celebrando a nuestros increíbles directores de CCS! ¡Puedes contar con la directora de Chatham Early College, la Dra. April Burko, para siempre tener un plan... y un plan de respaldo para ese plan también! 💜
Por eso fue elegida como la más propensa a tener un plan de respaldo para el plan de respaldo.
Su frase favorita nos recuerda de qué se trata realmente el liderazgo: “Mi humanidad está ligada, está inextricablemente unida, a la tuya.” – Arzobispo Desmond Tutu
¡Un reconocimiento a la Dra. Burko, una líder con corazón, sabiduría y un enfoque de ocho brazos para alcanzar el éxito! 💜 #OneChatham
Day two of celebrating our incredible CCS principals! Bonlee’s Dragons have a leader who’s always fired up, even at midnight! 🔥🐉
Ms. Nissa Bennett Wells, Most Likely to Send an Email at Midnight and proof that great principals never rest when it comes to supporting their school.
Her favorite quote reminds us what leadership is all about:
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
Let’s hear it for Ms. Bennett Wells and the Bonlee Dragons! Drop a 🐉 in the comments to show your Dragon pride! #OneChatham #DragonsonFire
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¡Día dos celebrando a nuestros increíbles directores de CCS! ¡Los Dragones de Bonlee tienen una líder que siempre está encendida… incluso a medianoche! 🔥🐉
La Sra. Nissa Bennett Wells, La más probable en enviar un correo electrónico a medianoche, es prueba de que los grandes directores nunca descansan cuando se trata de apoyar a su escuela.
Su cita favorita nos recuerda de qué se trata el verdadero liderazgo:
“La gente olvidará lo que dijiste, la gente olvidará lo que hiciste, pero nunca olvidará cómo los hiciste sentir.” – Maya Angelou
¡Un aplauso para la Sra. Bennett Wells y los Dragones de Bonlee!
¡Deja un 🐉 en los comentarios para mostrar tu orgullo Dragón! #OneChatham #DragonesEnFuego
Students, families, and staff across Chatham County laced up their sneakers, grabbed their helmets, and hit the sidewalks this morning to celebrate the joy (and health benefits!) of getting to school on foot or wheels.
Events like these encourage safe routes, healthy habits, and a strong sense of community, one step (or pedal) at a time! 💙💚
Thanks to everyone who joined the movement and helped make the morning extra special.
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Dr. Neal leads the Bennett Panthers with positivity, heart, and plenty of caffeine-fueled energy. 🐾 Her favorite quote says it best: “Happiness is a choice.” – Unknown
Show some love in the comments if you’ve seen Dr. Neal leading with coffee in hand!
Students had the opportunity to explore postsecondary options, ask questions, and make connections to help shape their future paths. From community colleges to major universities, the event was packed with possibilities!
A big thank-you to our Seaforth staff, counselors, and college representatives for making this event such a valuable experience for our students.
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
