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Speaking of Schools: Chair of the CHCCS School Board George Griffin Talks Facilities Plan, Bond, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 10, 2024 | Speaking of Schools

Chair of the Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools Board of Education George Griffin spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, June 10. He discussed the upcoming high school graduation ceremonies for seniors in the district. He also talked about the district’s proposed facilities plan and the bond referendum on November’s ballot. He talked about the different possibilities in the plan, and how the community can engage with the board on this topic. He discussed the school board’s decision vote in favor of block scheduling at the high school level, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: School Bond, What’s Next for Estes Hills Elementary, New Middle Schools

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 22, 2024 | Speaking of Schools

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Deputy Superintendent Al Ciarochi and Chief Communications Officer Andy Jenks spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 22. They discussed the upcoming schools bond referendum coming to the ballot in November. They also shared further details on a proposal on the district’s facility needs, including the plan for Estes Hills Elementary School, and expected outcomes for students, families, and staff. They also shared more details of the proposed bond.

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Speaking of Schools: Chatham County Schools Principal of the Year Lemondre Watson of Pittsboro Elementary School

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 21, 2024 | Speaking of Schools

Pittsboro Elementary School Principal and Chatham County Schools Principal of the Year Lemondre Watson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 21. He discussed learning that he had been named Principal of the Year, some of his proudest accomplishments, some of his challenges, and more. He also confirmed that he does plan to return to Pittsboro Elementary School next year, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Principal of the Year Tiffany Cheshire from Phillips Middle School

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 29, 2024 | Speaking of Schools

Phillips Middle School Principal Tiffany Cheshire spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 29th. She talked about being named Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School Principal of the Year. She recounted the story of learning that she had won the award during a large celebration at the school. She also talked about her journey at Phillips Middle School, and why the last couple of years have been so special. She also discussed upcoming events at the school and more.

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Speaking of Schools: Vice Chair of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education Riza Jenkins

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 26, 2024 | Speaking of Schools

Vice Chair of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education Riza Jenkins spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, February 26. They discussed some recent student protest walk-outs over the war in Gaza, and the districts position on student protests of this nature. She also talked about the district budget, a possible upcoming bond referendum, the biggest needs for the school district at this time, and more.

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CHCCS Board of Education Chair George Griffin

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 11, 2023 | Speaking of Schools

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education Chair George Griffin spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, December 11. He discussed becoming the chair of the school board, welcoming new board members, and what is up next for the board. He also reviewed school safety protocols, talked about what families should keep in mind as winter break approaches, and what families new to the district should know.

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Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Deputy Superintendent of Operations Al Ciarochi

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Oct 16, 2023 | Speaking of Schools

Deputy Superintendent of Operations for Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools Al Ciarochi spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, October 16. He discussed the start of the school year from a facilities, operations, and transportation viewpoint. In addition to discussing safety and bussing at the start of the year, he also talked about the long-term capital needs of the districts, what buildings may be seeing upgrades in the near future, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Board Chair Rani Dasi

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 18, 2023 | Speaking of Schools

Chair of the Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools Board Rani Dasi spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, September 18th. She discussed the start of the school year, including the need to go into “Secure Mode’ twice during the first three weeks of the school year. She also discussed other aspects of the school year beginning, and the recent state testing data made available from the state department of education. She also discussed the challenges of implementing some of the new state laws regarding public education.

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Teacher Feature: Madeline Blobe and Sarita Allen from the Public Schools Foundation

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 24, 2023 | Speaking of Schools

Public Schools Foundation Executive Director Madeline Blobe and Associate Director For Support Sarita Allen joined 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnel. They discussed the ongoing summer food and book drive, getting more supplies to teachers, and more.