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The Public School Foundation creates opportunities for students and teachers in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. We are fundraisers and grant makers.

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation is the only independent, non-profit organization whose purpose is to mobilize support for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools by securing private funding for innovative projects that cannot be funded by local, state or federal dollars. We believe that all students deserve the best possible education and that teachers are our most valuable resource.

11/01/2026

Got extra books? Want to help promote literacy for young readers?

This is a great opportunity to support our Books Over Break program, running now Nov 1 - Jan 19th.

How you can help:

*Donate new and gently used books (preschool–8th grade) at collection boxes in any CHCCS school, Lincoln Center, or Golden Fig Books in Carrboro.

*Financial donations are also welcome to help purchase high-interest titles, including graphic novels and Spanish-language books.

*Learn more and access the donation book link here: https://publicschoolfoundation.org/events/books-over-break.

MORE INFO: PSF works with social workers at the schools to help deliver books to get books into the hands of CHCCS students. The PSF BOB program expands access to books for students in our community who need them most. Last year, our community donated over 15,000 books which where carefully sorted and distributed to elementary and middle schools across CHCCS.

https://publicschoolfoundation.org/events/books-over-break

10/29/2026

Big congratulations to Educator, Justin Seifts! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Mr. Seifts is this year’s recipient of the Margaret Kepner Distinguished Service Award!

Recognizing teachers with 10+ years of dedication to CHCCS, this award honors exceptional teaching, strong leadership, and a commitment to our students and community.

Thank you, Mr. Seifts, for making a lasting difference for students. Share your congratulations for him in the comments below.

10/29/2026

Thank you to all our incredible partners! 💙

We are grateful for the generous businesses and organizations who invest in our students, teachers, and schools. Your support makes a lasting impact every single day!

Visit publicschoolfoundation.org/partners to see the full list of our 2025–2026 partners and learn how you can get involved.

10/28/2026

Broadway Comes to Life for Jag Theater Students at Carrboro High School!

With support from a PSF grant, Jag Theater brought 15 students to New York City for a three-day, two-night Broadway experience filled with performances, workshops, and opportunities to learn from professional artists. Students saw two Broadway shows, toured Broadway theaters, toured the Museum of Broadway, and participated in hands-on stage combat and song-and-dance workshops. They also explored Times Square, the Drama Bookshop, Mood Fabrics, and the Capezio Flagship Store. Read the story: https://publicschoolfoundation.org/destination-broadway/

10/19/2026

Yes, we can! This year, we launched an exciting collaboration with the Hill Learning Center to provide intensive, small-group literacy tutoring during the school day, helping students with significant reading needs build confidence and make remarkable progress.

The Science of Reading Professional Learning equipped secondary teachers with evidence-based strategies to better support struggling readers in grades 6–12. Through the new partnership with The Hill Learning Center, teachers from Culbreth Middle School and Phoenix Academy participated in professional learning sessions focused on applying the science of reading. Educators strengthened their understanding of foundational literacy skills while collaborating to integrate practical strategies into daily instruction. By aligning classroom teaching with intensive reading interventions, the program helps ensure students with persistent reading challenges receive consistent, research-based support throughout the school day. Building on its early success, the partnership will expand next year to provide this professional learning to additional secondary teachers across Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools.

This is just one story and example of the meaningful work that happens when a community comes together! Read more in our annual impact report.https://publicschoolfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PSF-Impact-Report-2025-26-Digital.pdf

10/12/2026

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation is seeking our next Executive Director to advance the organization's mission.

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and a one page writing sample by email to [email protected]

The application deadline is Oct 18, 2026 with the position available January 4, 2027.

To learn more about this full-time, on-site position, visit: https://ideali.st/mtZodc

10/08/2026

Do you have a DAF?

If you have a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), you know that you already have charitable dollars ready to make an impact! And, DAF Day is all about turning those set-aside funds into action.

Log into your DAF provider today and recommend a grant to support our public schools! 💙

10/07/2026

Did you know? The Public School Foundation is an approved NC State Employees Combined Campaign (SECC) charity!

For over 40 years, the SECC has provided a convenient and trusted way for state employees and retirees to support causes ranging from local to global. PSF is honored to be among the charities vetted and trusted by SECC.

You can support public education and CHCCS teachers and students and make a difference for our schools. ❤️
Learn more or give at: www.ncsecc.org — our SECC Charity code is 6031.

10/06/2026

Behind every grant, every book, and every program is a student inspired to learn and grow. 💙

We’re excited to share our 2025–26 Impact Report, highlighting the power of public education and what we can achieve when we invest in our schools together.

Read the full 2025-2026 Impact Report here:https://publicschoolfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PSF-Impact-Report-2025-26-Digital.pdf

Address

750 S. Merritt Mill Road
Chapel Hill, NC
27516

Telephone

+19199688819

Website

https://www.publicschoolfoundation.org/

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