Chatham Education Foundation strengthens communities in Chatham County, NC by partnering with community residents, businesses and foundations to improve education opportunities for public school students.
Mission
- To engage our community as public school advocates and to raise funds and resources to support innovation and education excellence in the Chatham County Schools.
Vision
- Maximize community investment to ensure the Chatham County Schools are leaders in education equity, program innovation and graduating 21st century students ready for career or college.
Beliefs
- Community investment builds stronger schools.
- Strong school districts willingly embrace change.
- Well-trained educators with access to continuing professional development lead students to stronger student achievement.
- Strong public education is the bedrock for a thriving local economy.
Core Values
- Student growth
- Education equity
- Teacher and training excellence
- Innovation and creativity
- Business and community advocates