This milestone represents more than academic achievement; it reflects the growth, leadership, and character our students demonstrate every day. As they continue their academic journey, we hope they continue to recognize the positive influence they have on their peers, families, and community. Their voices and determination truly make a difference. #OneChatham #ElevateChatham
🖍️ Pre-K enrollment OPEN to families for Chatham County Schools! ✏️
Families can apply online for the 2026–2027 school year and secure a spot for your student in our 5-star Pre-K programs. Pre-K classes follow the school calendar, with financial assistance options available for qualifying families.
Pre-K is available at the following school sites:
Bennett (also available for 3-year olds)
Chatham Grove
North Chatham
Perry Harrison
Pittsboro
Siler City
Virginia Cross
Our Pre-K classrooms require a minimum enrollment of 16 children to remain open. Enrollment is considered complete once all application materials have been submitted. To help us thoughtfully plan staffing and prepare for the upcoming school year, we ask that applications be submitted by June 15, allowing staffing decisions to be made by July for the upcoming school year.
If a classroom does not reach the required enrollment and must close, we are committed to supporting families through this transition. When possible, we will offer placement at another school site with available space. For families enrolled in NC Pre-K, we will also work closely with the Partnership for Children to help identify placement at another licensed child care center. Families are encouraged to complete the enrollment process as early as possible.
Learn more and apply today: chatham.k12.nc.us/page/pre-kindergarten
#OneChatham #PreKEnrollment #ElevateChatham
📝 BOARD NOTES: May 11, 2026
In tonight's Chatham County Schools Board of Education meeting, the Board recognized outstanding student academic and athletic achievements, honored members of the Student Advisory Council, and celebrated staff and student award recipients across the district.
The Board also approved the FY2026-2027 Local Appropriations Request, School Nutrition Budget, and a first-of-its-kind Mutual Aid Agreement with local charter and private schools focused on emergency response collaboration.
Read the full Board Notes summary here: https://www.chatham.k12.nc.us/o/ccs/article/2888694
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Join us tonight for the Board of Education Regular Session at 5:30pm at Central Services (468 Renaissance Drive; Pittsboro, NC 27312).
Can't make it in person? Watch live on our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@ChathamCountySchools.
✈ Jordan-Matthews High Dance Showcase
𝄢 West Chatham Band and Chorus Showcase, comprised of performers from Bennett, Bonlee, JS Waters, Chatham Central High, Jordan-Matthews High
𝄞 George Moses Horton Middle Chorus Concert
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This year, we received 467 submissions and showcased the work of 480+ talented student writers—an incredible achievement! 📚✨
You can read all of this year’s publications here:
👉 bit.ly/CCSYoungAuthors26
We’re also looking forward to honoring 46 outstanding students at our invitation-only awards ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at 6 PM at Central Services. 🌟
It will be a special red carpet evening, and we can’t wait to celebrate our finalists and their families!
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Here's one last round of student shoutouts for our teachers who genuinely do it all: hyping us up, answering the same question 12 times, and still showing up every day with patience and good energy. We love all of our Chatham County Schools teachers!! 🫶 Thank you for everything you do each and every day.
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🍎 Principal of the Year: Bradyn Robinson, George Moses Horton Middle School
🍎 Beginning Teacher of the Year: Natalie Levy, Pittsboro Elementary School
🍎 Assistant Principal of the Year: Emily Kinder, Pittsboro Elementary School
🍎 Instructional Assistant of the Year: Otis Patterson, Margaret B. Pollard Middle School
🍎 Teacher of the Year: Walter Johnson, Chatham Early College
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Happy School Communicators Day!
On behalf of the district, thank you to our incredible PR team and dedicated brand ambassadors for your continued commitment to sharing the stories, successes, and spirit of #ONEChatham. Your work helps strengthen connections across our schools and community, and we are grateful for the passion and professionalism you bring each day.
On April 25, 2026, Instructure experienced a cybersecurity incident perpetrated by a criminal threat actor. Instructure detected the attacker on April 29 and immediately revoked the access. On April 30, as the investigation expanded, they revoked additional suspicious access and addressed underlying system vulnerability. Instructure has found no indicators of an ongoing threat.
What information was involved?
Based on the information provided, it appears that names, emails, Infinite Campus ID numbers were exposed for both students and staff. There is no indication that passwords, dates of birth, government identifiers, or financial information were involved in the breach.
We will provide further information on what data was accessed as it becomes available.
As additional information is shared by Instructure and the NC Department of Public Instruction, we will update this page accordingly.
For more information, visit Instructure’s website: https://status.instructure.com/
Shoutout to the teachers making school feel a little more awesome every day. #OneChatham #ElevateChatham
A special congratulations to our newest graduated cohort of BTs. We are excited to see the difference you will continue to make in classrooms and our school communities for years to come.
The event would not have been complete without a special recognition of Ms. Norma Boone for her outstanding leadership and commitment to developing and empowering educators for decades in Chatham County Schools. #OneChatham #ElevateChatham
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¡Es el Día de la Enfermería Escolar! Estamos muy agradecidos por las increíbles enfermeras de las Escuelas del Condado Chatham que cuidan a nuestros estudiantes con amabilidad y profesionalismo todos los días.
#OneChatham #ElevateChatham #SND2026 #SchoolNurses
With the GoGuardian Parent App, you can now manage and monitor what your student accesses on their school-issued device outside of school hours.
Set screen time limits, block distractions, and help your student stay focused in a safe online environment—all from your phone.
Empowering families to support learning beyond the classroom!
All week long we are sharing shoutouts from our students to their favorite teachers. Give your favorite teacher some love in the comments below!!
#OneChatham #Elevate
"Deputy Stubbs is the SRO at Seaforth High School and exhibits a level of connectedness with students and staff that is both encouraging and uplifting. Deputy Stubbs has proven to be the kind of leader and law enforcement officer who puts the needs of others first. Recently, Deputy Stubbs was recognized for helping to save the lives of swimmers at the beach. His responsiveness and to their needs and willingness to do whatever it takes to help and save others is what we see regularly in our building and with the staff and students at our school. He is deserving of this recognition for leading boldly and courageously and positively impacting the lives of others.:
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All week long, we’ll be sharing out their 5-STAR reviews to the educators who make a difference every day. #OneChatham #ElevateChatham
