Media Education
Chatham County Schools employs licensed media coordinators at every traditional school within the county. Media Coordinators manage the school library, their curriculum, coordinate and co-teach with fellow teachers to enhance curriculum across all grade levels.
In the words of the American Library Association:
When you absolutely, positively have to know...Ask a Librarian!
School Media Coordinators
School | Media Coordinator | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|
Bennett School | Sarah Parsons | |
Bonlee School | Rachel Donnald | |
Chatham Central High School | Melissa Gjestvang-Lucky | |
Chatham Middle School | Theresa Joyner | |
George Moses Horton Middle School | Melissa Hoopingarner | |
J.S. Waters School | Christie Bright | |
Jordan-Matthews High School | Jessica Kimrey | |
Margaret B. Pollard Middle School | Cheryl Schrader | |
Moncure School | Amber Norman | |
North Chatham Elementary School | Bethany Harner | |
Northwood High School | Kelsie Adloo | |
Perry Harrison Elementary School | Melanie Spell | |
Pittsboro Elementary School | Karen Jeremiah | |
SAGE Academy / Chatham School of Science & Engineering | Anglea Vanore | |
Siler City Elementary School | Beth Kalb | |
Silk Hope School | Jennifer Crane | |
Virginia Cross Elementary School | Ngaere Pearce | |
Chatham Grove Elementary School | Bitsy Griffin | |
Seaforth High School | Danielle Brooks |
Chatham PASS
Chatham PASS
Chatham County Public Libraries are excited to introduce our partnership with Chatham County Schools called Chatham PASS (Public Library Access for Student Success). This program is open for all students in Chatham County Schools!
The Chatham PASS program uses students’ PowerSchool ID number to access the public library’s digital and physical materials through any Chatham County Public Library location. This program expands access to library resources for increased student success. Your child’s Chatham PASS can help them complete schoolwork and improve reading skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Can Participate?
Beginning in the Fall of 2019, all Chatham County Schools students are eligible to participate in this program! An opt-out form is sent home each fall to re-affirm parent/guardian preference for this program.
Do I need a library card?
No! Once your student is eligible to participate, they will use their PowerSchool ID number as their library code at both school at Chatham County Library branches!
What will my student have access to at the public library?
Your student will be able to check out 10 items at one time including:
print materials
juvenile and young adult audiobooks
Your student will also be eligible to use the Internet through the public library. Click here for more information on the Chatham County Libraries' Computer and Internet Access Policy.
Will my student be responsible for overdue fees?
Students will not be responsible for late fees as a part of Chatham PASS.
Please keep in mind that lost or damaged library materials will result in a fee based on the value of the item.
What constitutes a lost material?
Materials become lost/long overdue in the library system at 42 days (6 weeks) past the due date. Accounts with long overdue or lost materials will be blocked from checking out additional materials from a Chatham County Public Library until items are returned or replacement fees are paid.
Is my student limited to using the branch closest to my home?
No! Your student may visit any of the Chatham County Library branches.
Where are the branches and what are their hours?
Chatham Community Library
197 NC Hwy 87 N
Pittsboro, NC 27312
(919) 545-8084
Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 8 pm
Friday: 9 am – 6 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm
Goldston Library
9235 Pittsboro-Goldston Road
Goldston, NC 27252
(919) 898-4522
Monday & Wednesday: 10 am – 1 pm, 2 pm – 6 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Thursday: 10 am – 1 pm, 2 pm – 8 pm
Friday: 10 am – 1 pm, 2 pm – 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm
Wren Memorial Library
500 North Second Avenue
Siler City, NC 27344
Phone: (919) 742-2016
Monday: 12 pm – 8 pm
Tuesday – Friday: 10 am – 6 pm
Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm