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SAGE Academy kicks off "Triple A" program for 2008-2009[Sep. 5, 2008] SAGE Academy is once again rewarding students who consistently excel in the areas of academics, attendance, and attitude. The program is aligned with the school’s goals and expectations for students: raising the bar, being a star, and going “F.A.R.” (focused, accountable and respectful).
Marching Chargers continue to prepare 2008 show[Sep. 3, 2008] The fifty-five members of the 2008 Northwood High School Marching Charger Band wrapped up their second week of band camp with an impressive preview performance for the band boosters on Friday, August 22. Equally impressive was the large, enthusiastic turnout of parents, siblings, alumni, and community members who gathered for the first band booster meeting of the season.
Chatham County Schools proceed with renovation and construction projects[Aug. 6, 2008] Chatham County Schools has multiple facility improvement projects currently in progress and scheduled for the next two school years. In an effort to keep families, employees, and the community informed, the district will have an ongoing series of renovation and construction updates.
Chatham Schools announce upcoming open house dates[Jul. 25, 2008] Schools across the district are planning their annual open house events in preparation for students to return on Monday, August 25. The majority of schools are holding opening houses on Thursday, August 21, which is the only required workday before students return. There will be optional teacher workdays on August 19, 20 and 22. During open houses families can discuss classroom details, bus routes, etc. with staff.
North Carolina releases AYP math results[Jul. 23, 2008] As of July 21, eight of fifteen Chatham County schools have achieved AYP by meeting target goals. A sixteenth school, SAGE Academy, the district’s alternative school, was not evaluated in the same manner as other schools and is listed as a special evaluation school.
Northwood student council adviser wins awards[Jul. 18, 2008] Henry Foust, a Spanish teacher at Northwood High School and the student council adviser, is the recipient of two student council adviser awards. Foust won the state and regional adviser of the year awards. He has been the Northwood student council adviser for twenty-three years.
Northwood PTSA seeks new committee members[Jun. 30, 2008] I apologize for the electronic conveyance of this message rather than in person but work has me out of the country and life has been so full of tumbles these last few weeks that time slipped by too quickly.
By Darcey Moore
Chatham's writing test scores improve[Jun. 28, 2008] The state has released 2008 writing test results. Scores across the state and in Chatham County Schools improved from 2007. In grade four the county average improved from 46.3% of students scoring at or above level III in 2007 to 55.5% in 2008. In grade seven the county average improved from 56.7% of students scoring at or above level III in 2007 to 67.8% in 2008. In grade ten the county average improved from 47.0 % of students scoring at or above level III in 2007 to 68.4% in 2008.
Chatham Central student wins State FFA competition[Jun. 28, 2008] Kara Miller, a rising senior at Chatham Central High School, won the 2008 prepared public speaking competition during the state FFA (Future Farmers of America) convention held July 24-26 in Raleigh. Miller competed on Wednesday, July 25, and was recognized on stage during the awards ceremony and final session of the eightieth NC State FFA convention
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Chatham Board of Education meeting agenda - 8/11/08
Board of Education meeting summary for July 14
$1000 scholarships awards to two Siler City students
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