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Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Board Chair George Griffin and Vice Chair Riza Jenkins

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 15, 2024 | Speaking of Schools

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education Chair George Griffin, Vice Chair Riza Jenkins, and Chief Communications Officer Andy Jenks all joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, July 15. They discussed the latest on the long-term facilities plan, the agenda for Thursday’s board meeting, the rational behind reinstating student admission charges for school athletic events, and more. Andy Jenks talked about some upcoming district events and more.

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Jordi Roman Named Principal at Carrboro Elementary School

Posted by Michael Koh | Jun 26, 2024 | Pre-K - 12 Education

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools has appointed Jordi Roman as the new principal of Carrboro...

Here’s What You Need to Know Before CHCCS High Schools’ 2024 Graduations

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 14, 2024 | Pre-K - 12 Education

With another academic year coming to a close, the CHCCS district is sharing details with families about its upcoming high school graduations.

CHCCS Board of Education Aligns High School Class Schedules with Approval of Block Format

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 12, 2024 | Pre-K - 12 Education

The CHCCS Board of Education voted unanimously to move to a new high school class schedule. Here are highlights from the officials’ comments.

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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Projects Designations and Total Dollars: School Bond Takes Shape with Orange County’s Framework

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 6, 2024 | Local Government, Pre-K - 12 Education

The Orange County school infrastructure bond referendum planned for the fall took its latest step forward on Tuesday night.

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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CHCCS Board of Education to Weigh High School Block Schedule Options on Thursday

Posted by Brighton McConnell | May 16, 2024 | Instagram, Pre-K - 12 Education

The CHCCS Board of Education will consider a major change to its high school schedules at its meeting Thursday night.

Seawell Elementary’s Roxana Rojas Named 2023-24 CHCCS Teacher of the Year

Posted by Michael Koh | May 14, 2024 | Pre-K - 12 Education

Roxana Rojas, a kindergarten teacher at Seawell Elementary School in Chapel Hill, was named the...

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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