Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation

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Our Vision

All students in Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools receive an excellent and equitable education from the highest quality teachers.

As a champion for public education, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation  provides additional  funding to our schools for innovative programs that advance student achievement and teacher development.

Excellence in Education

Celebrating the 2025 Margaret Kepner Distinguished Service Award Recipients! 

PSF is proud to recognize Shawna Catlett and Whitney Maxwell as the 2025 recipients of the Margaret Kepner Distinguished Service Award. Established in memory of CHCCS science teacher Margaret Kepner, this award honors educators with more than ten years of service who are seen as leaders and demonstrate excellence, impact beyond the classroom, community involvement, a growth mindset, and strong advocacy for public education.

 

Nominations for the 2026 Teaching Chairs are open through January 15, 2026.

Nominate a Teacher for 2026 Chair

By the Numbers 2024-25

120
Grants to support classrooms, equity, enrichment, and professional development
1,000
Teachers received supplies from the annual Teacher Store
90
Teaching Chair and staff awards were presented
44
Student Scholarships for post-secondary education