Plan Approved. Money Available. Why Local Public Support for the Leandro Case to Improve Public Education in NC Matters. by Dr. Mary Kolek (Chatham Education Foundation Board Chair) and Jaime Detzi (Executive Director Chatham Education Foundation)  We have a vision at the Chatham Education Foundation. A vision for a fully

Are you lacking gift ideas for the holidays? Shopping for the holidays can sometimes prove to be overwhelming…especially with all of the current shipping delays and product shortages.  Do not allow these delays to encumber your holiday gift giving.  Educational subscription boxes are great gift ideas that will bring fun,

Now that most children are back at school and parents are adjusting to the new schedules and new routines are being established; the kinks will continue to be worked out. There may still be days where frustration prevails and the tears are flowing after a long day at school and

The Chatham Education Foundation is holding an online auction. The auction begins today and will end on Saturday, October 9 at 7:35 PM. If you are not attending the wine event, item winners will be notified on Monday, October 11 and will schedule a local pick-up. There are 25 stellar

Corks for a Cause: A Virtual Wine Tasting Fundraiser. Ticket sales are LIVE!! You DO NOT want to miss this amazing fundraiser!! One ticket purchased covers a household. Make it a memorable evening with family and friends, all the while, giving back to the children in our community!! https://secure.givelively.org/event/chatham-education-foundation/corks-for-a-cause-a-virtual-wine-tasting-fundraiser/corks-for-a-cause-a-virtual-wine-tasting-event-fundraiser There

STRESS. The word alone conjures up thoughts of worries, fears, and anxieties. As defined by the American Psychological Association, stress is a normal reaction to everyday pressures, but can become unhealthy when it upsets your day-to-day functioning. Unfortunately, without the right coping mechanisms, it can become debilitating to some.  According

SAVE THE DATE: A virtual wine tasting fundraiser benefiting the Chatham Education Foundation. This event is featuring the Internationally Acclaimed Wine Educator, Kevin Zraly. Tickets are limited. To be notified when full details are released and ticket sales go live, please fill out: https://bit.ly/3rOz88M

Transitioning back to school during a pandemic can be overwhelming for young children and parents alike. There are added challenges that will be faced and not fully comprehended by young children. This can cause children to be wary, increase their anxieties, and add stress to the transition.  The CDC recommends