Chatham County Schools Superintendent Dr. Anthony Jackson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, August 25, discussing district news and events. He talked about the lead up to the first day school, and the district’s theme for the year. He also talked about staffing, which is at its highest level since the pandemic, and more.

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