Puerto Rican Artists Residency at FPG Bilingüe School

Phillips Middle School's Kaleigh Vogan Honored with Exceptional Children Educator of Excellence Award

To meet Kaleigh Vogan is to encounter one of the brightest stars in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro galaxy; overused as the saying might be, Vogan truly shines, day in and day out. Her powerful impact and gifts as an Exceptional Children (EC) teacher at Phillips Middle School earned her the 2018 award as Exceptional Children Educator of Excellence.

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Celebrate LIGHTS on AFTERSCHOOL

In response to the question, “Why do we need after-school?” many students shared, “To have fun!” or “Where would we go if our parents work?” Those answers capture just two of the essential goals of the elementary After-School programs in the district. Scott Fearrington, director of Community Schools said, "After-School has been an essential part of the CHCCS district for over 30 years and continues to provide a safe environment for elementary students to participate in structured, as well as free choice, activities." This year, 781 students are enrolled in the program at the district’s 11 elementary schools.

Dr. Emily Bivins - Principal of the Year

“She is the textbook definition of a school leader…a great communicator, willing to try out new ideas, and always advocating for her students.”

Frank Porter Graham Bilingüe Hosts Educators from Puerto Rico

On nearly the year anniversary of the date when Hurricane Maria plowed into Puerto Rico, five artist-educators from San Juan arrived in Chapel Hill-Carrboro to start a five day residency with their sister school, Frank Porter Graham Bilingüe.

Elementary Schools Host Bring a Guest to Lunch Day

The first Child Nutrition event of the school year, Bring a Guest to Lunch Day, has become a cherished tradition. The 11 CHCCS elementary schools all participate, with some schools hosting more than 75 parents, grandparents and other adults on the designated day.