Education

From early childhood education through post-secondary achievement, Chatham County’s innovative and inclusive educational systems are a model of academic excellence that enable students to have the knowledge, skills and ability to succeed at their chosen pathways.

Ensure equitable access of critical life skills including financial, social, and conflict resolution skills are available to parents/legal guardians and taught to all students through the use of technology, community partnerships, and counseling.

Implement career track, internship, and mentorship programs between employers and students; while increasing leadership development programs between community organizations, businesses, and public schools to prepare students for employment and promote upward mobility.

Promote parental involvement in schools by teaching parents to advocate for their child(ren), facilitating better communication between parents and school leadership, and eliminating barriers to parent engagement.

Ensure families and community members have the ability to promote and reinforce literacy and numeracy instruction that takes place in a student’s learning environment.