The search for a new Chatham County Superintendent began in mid January when Dr. Jordan announced his resignation to pursue a career with the N.C. Department of Public Instruction. He valiantly served our community as superintendent for almost 8 years. The interim superintendent, Dr. Bridges was sworn in on January

Turning Pages toward Brighter Futures
Our 2025 Impact report is now available. Thank you to our donors and volunteers, CEF impacted students in many ways across our entire district from Books on Break and grants for teachers to affordable housing and new community partnerships. Read the full report to see what you accomplished.

AVID students featured in Chatham Magazine!
CEF is a big supporter of Chatham County's AVID program - a nationally recognized college readiness program designed to equip students with skills in writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, reading and critical thinking. AVID students achieve higher rates of college enrollment and graduation. Meet four of our AVID students in the latest issue of Chatham Magazine!