From hands-on workshops to collaborative planning sessions, professional development was in full swing. Teachers engaged in training on instructional strategies, data-driven practices, and innovative tools to keep classrooms engaging and student-centered.
These days are about more than just planning, they’re about growth, reflection, and preparing to elevate learning for every student. 💡🍎
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A big thank you to Siler City Pharmacy for once again supporting our Chatham County Schools team!
CCS employees were able to receive free flu and COVID-19 shots. 💉
We are grateful for this ongoing partnership. 💙💛
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Happy World Teachers Day! 🍎
CCS teachers, your dedication and heart elevate our students and community, today and every day. Thank you!
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💫 Los más dedicados. Los más inspiradores. Los más capaces de cambiar vidas. ¡Nuestros directores de CCS se merecen todos los elogios! Octubre es el Mes Nacional de los Directores, y los presentaremos a todos en nuestras redes sociales, así que no dejen de hojear nuestro "Anuario de directores" durante todo el mes. ¿Quién está listo para ver a su director favorito en primer plano? #OneChatham
"Wendi brings over three decades of experience in education, both statewide and overseas. Most recently, she earned her certification as a North Carolina Environmental Educator, a distinction that required more than 200 hours of dedicated work. Silk Hope School has been blessed to have Wendi join our team last year as a 4/5 science teacher. Since returning to her ESL position this school year, she has hit the ground running by providing weekly resources for staff and pushing into classrooms to offer direct support with any need. Wendi enriches classrooms by weaving environmental learning into her lessons, inspiring students to connect with both language and the world around them. Her work not only benefits our English Learners, but also enhances the learning experience for all students, making her an invaluable member of our team." #OneChatham #ElevateChatham
Las Escuelas del Condado Chatham estarán cerradas del 2 al 3 de octubre. Los estudiantes regresarán a la escuela el lunes 6 de octubre.
From supporting teachers to uplifting students, their impact is HUGE and their work is essential. 💛🍎
Thank you for your dedication, heart, and hustle — we see you, and we appreciate you! 🙌
💬 Know a great IA? Tag them and show some love below! 👇
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Voices That Matter: Students, Educators & Parents at the Table!
Today, Chatham County Schools brought together three powerful voices in education:
👩🎓 Student Advisory Committee
🍎 Educator Advisory Committee
👨👩👧 Parent Advisory Committee
These advisory groups met to share perspectives, exchange ideas, and strengthen collaboration across our schools and community. Each voice — whether student, educator, or parent — plays a vital role in shaping a learning environment where ALL students can thrive.
We are grateful for the time, input, and partnership of those who participated today. Together, we’re building bridges that connect classrooms, homes, and the community to support the success of ALL learners in Chatham County.
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🎯 Why does attendance matter?
✅ Higher academic achievement
✅ Better graduation rates
✅ Stronger career readiness
✅ Improved mental health & self-esteem
But this isn’t just about statistics — it’s about creating school environments where every student feels safe, supported, and seen. 🧡
🏡 Families can help by building daily routines: early bedtimes, healthy breakfasts, and consistent wake-up times.
📣 Schools can send encouraging messages that celebrate attendance and emphasize connection.
🏙️ Communities and businesses can step up to help break down barriers and show students they matter — every day.
Together, we can reduce absenteeism, boost engagement, and build a brighter future for ALL Chatham County youth. 💪🌟
📖 Learn how NC is taking action in our latest Celebrate the Good blog:
👉 https://www.dpi.nc.gov/.../ncdpi-marks-attendance...
🔗 Plus, visit Attendance Works to explore toolkits, guides, and ways you can make a difference: https://www.attendanceworks.org
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🎉 Plus, check out the amazing Artists-in-Schools residencies coming this fall, from Bollywood dance to Flamenco, beat making & more!
Check out the full artist residency schedule at chathamartscouncil.org
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Chatham County Schools celebrated nearly 30,000 volunteer hours at the PTA Thrift Shops this year — resulting in more than $548,000 going directly back to our schools! 🎉
From textbooks and classroom resources to student enrichment and teacher support, every hour worked by our volunteers translates into real opportunities for ALL students.
👏 Thank you to every student, parent, and community member who donated, shopped, or volunteered. Your time and effort make a lasting difference. 💛
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Happy first day of fall!
🍂 🚌 From cooler mornings at the bus stop to golden leaves on the playground, this season reminds us of the beauty of change and new beginnings.
We’re excited to keep learning, growing, and celebrating every season together. Here’s to a fall filled with curiosity, creativity, and community.
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Runners, families, and community members came together to celebrate inclusion and support our exceptional students.
💙💛 Every stride made a difference — thank you to all who ran, cheered, and volunteered!
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• Establishment of the West Chatham Concert Band (which includes Bennett, JSW, CMS, Silk Hope, JMHS and CCHS)
• Rebecca Clemens: Central District Band Master's Association, Band Director of the Year
• Margaret B. Pollard Middle band performance at NCMEA conference (North Carolina Music Educators Association)
• Margaret B. Pollard Middle, Northwood, and Seaforth Bands Superior Ratings at MPA(Music Performance Adjudication)
• George Moses Horton Middle and West Chatham Concert Band (which includes Bennett, JSW, CMS, Silk Hope, JMHS and CCHS) Superior Ratings at Carowinds
• All-Region Jazz Band - Northwood High - J. Hoops- Piano
• Margaret B. Pollard Middle - A band: Pax H.- Tenor Sax, Gabriel T. - Trombone, Winston H. - Trombone
• B band: Davidson S. - Trumpet, Ophelia L. - Trombone, Noah S. - Trombone, Caroline B. - Trombone
• All District Band - George Moses Horton Middle - Benjamin W. - 4th French Horn
• All-District Symphonic Band - Margaret B. Pollard Middle - Stephanie F. - 5th Flute, Alice L. - 6th Flute, Eli S. - 3rd Clarinet, Madison P. - 9th Clarinet, Emmet R. - 1st Bari Sax, Davidson S. - 4th Trumpet, Arinze A. - 8th Trumpet, Adelina L. - 7th Horn, Gabriel T. - 1st Trombone, Hudson B. - 2nd Trombone, Winston H. - 5th Trombone, Ophelia L. - 7th Trombone (also made it on Euphonium, 3rd chair), Caroline B. - 9th Trombone,
Matthew H. - 6th Tuba
• All-District Concert Band - Margaret B. Pollard Middle - Sophie J. - 7th Flute, Ian T. - 4th Clarinet, Payson L. - 11th Clarinet, Lydia Z. - 15th Clarinet, Emelia G. - 1st Bass Clarinet, Pax H. - 1st Tenor Sax, Abby S. - 12th Trumpet, Henry M. - 3rd Horn, Nikhil S. - 8th Horn, Noah S. - 1st Euphonium, Jabari R. - 1st Tuba, Florian M. - 1st Mallets, Ethan V.- 2nd Mallets
• Northwood High - Tyler M. - Flute, Sabrina W. - Bassoon, Jacob H. - Bari Sax, Wylie H. - Contrabass Clarinet , Rebecca H. - French Horn
• Seaforth High 9/10 Band - Owen C. - Clarinet, Eva R. - Trumpet, Ethan U. - Tuba
• Seaforth High 11/12 Band - Andrew K. - Flute, Sage R. - Flute, Jackson V. - Clarinet, Michael H. - Clarinet, Johnson B. - Snare Drum
• Jordan-Matthews High - Abigail C.-Saxophone
• All-State Jazz Band - Margaret B. Pollard Middle - Pax - 1st chair Tenor Sax, Winston - 1st Chair Trombone,
Gabe - 2nd Chair Trombone, Ophelia - 5th Chair trombone
• All-State Concert Band - Margaret B. Pollard Middle - Hudson - 5th Chair Trombone
• Northwood High - Sabrina W.- 4th Chair Bassoon 11/12 band
• Seaforth High - Andrew K. 1st Chair Flute 11/12 band, Jackson V. 2nd Chair Clarinet 11/12 band, Ethan U. 2nd Chair Tuba 9/10 band
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Don't forget to create your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account to stay up-to-date on your child's grades, attendance, and school announcements. Stay connected and informed!
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• Chatham Grove had 5 students selected for NCEHC (North Carolina Elementary Honors Chorus)
• Chatham Grove Chorus represented CCS performing National Anthem at Durham Bulls
• George Moses Horton Chorus had Excellent performances at MPA and Carowinds.
• GMH represented CCS by performing at DPI and Durham Bulls National Anthem
• Perry Harrison Chorus performed for Leadership Chatham, a Chatham Chamber of Commerce special event
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School may be back in session, but our support for new teachers is just getting started. Today, over 30 first-year Beginning Teachers (BT1s) gathered at Central Services for their first orientation workshop as part of CCS’s New Directions Teacher Induction Program.
More than just an introduction, this workshop marks a key step in a powerful year of growth, reflection, and professional learning. The program is built around one mission:
👉 To build the capacity of new teachers to promote high achievement among students.
Through a continuous cycle of planning, teaching, and reflecting, our BT1s are being equipped with tools, mentorship, and the CCS community to succeed — elevating their professional development, not just this year, but throughout their careers.
💙 Here's to a strong start, empowered teaching, and a district that nurtures its educators from Day 1.
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CCS Theatre Takes Center Stage During Arts in Education Week!
🎭 Standing ovation for the theatre programs across Chatham County Schools!
During National Arts in Education Week, we proudly spotlight the outstanding achievements of our CCS student performers, playwrights, and storytellers who are bringing stages to life with talent, emotion, and vision.
💫 From powerful performances to international recognition, here’s how CCS Theatre is making waves:
Jordan-Matthews High School and Seaforth High School Theatre:
🏅 Named a Top 20 Theatre Program by DPAC
Seaforth High School Theater:
🏆 Earned Superior Performances at the International Thespian Society (ITS) State Festival
✍️ Student Spotlight: Shoutout to Abigail Z., who wrote BOTH original pieces submitted for adjudication — and is now a finalist in the Educational Theatre Association’s international playwriting round! 👏 Her voice, creativity, and storytelling are shaping the future of theatre.
🎭 Jordan-Matthews High School (JMHS) Theatre:
🎬 Delivered compelling performances at the North Carolina Theatre Conference (NCTC)
🏆 Earned Full-Company Awards for: ✨ Excellence in Visual Storytelling & ✨ Excellence in Emotional Depth & Honesty
🖤 These recognitions are more than just awards — they’re proof that the arts matter, that student voices resonate, and that theatre is alive and thriving in CCS.
This week and every week, we celebrate the magic of the arts in our schools. 🎤🎬🎭
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