Hamilton County Schools
Developing our diverse graduates to be connected, competitive, and life ready.
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The mission of HCS is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and support to THRIVE in life. While we know this mission starts with a primary focus on academics, we also understand from listening to our community that a student must possess qualities beyond academics to excel in the real world. We strive to create graduates who embody our "Portrait of a Graduate" with skills rooted in academics, problem-solving, effective communication, cultural inclusivity, and resiliency.
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Learning doesn’t stop when the school day ends! 🧪🎨Yesterday at Woodmore Elementary, we celebrated the fourth consecutive year of Hamilton County’s partnership with the Creative Discovery Museum, providing every HCS kindergartner with free admission to the downtown museum during the 2026–27 school year.About 3,450 kindergarten students will receive a one-time pass for themselves and up to three guests, giving families the opportunity to spend time together and experience hands-on learning beyond the classroom.Partnerships like these create meaningful learning opportunities for our students. We’re so thankful to the Creative Discovery Museum and the County Mayor’s Office for making this possible. #HCSstories
Last Friday, Red Bank took on Signal Mountain Middle High School at home for a great night of football, school spirit, and community! 🏈👑Congratulations to everyone on Homecoming Court and to this year’s winners! #HCSstories
October is when seniors across the district take the ACT. Planning now can help your student walk into ACT test day feeling prepared and confident! 💙The ACT is required for a traditional Tennessee diploma, and ACT scores can help open doors to college admission and scholarship opportunities.Use this guide to start a conversation with your student:• Choose a test date and mark the registration deadline. 📅 • Build a manageable study routine, one practice session at a time. 📚 • Review missed questions together and encourage your student to ask for help. ✏️You don’t have to navigate ACT prep alone! Your school counselor can help you find prep sessions and testing support. Explore free practice at act.org/prep.Save this post to keep these dates and tips handy!
💙 Today is Bullying Prevention Day!Creating a safe and supportive school community is something we all have a role in. Whether you are a student, staff member, family member or community member, small actions can make a big difference.What can you do?▪️ Speak up. If you see someone being bullied, safely step in or get a trusted adult to help.▪️ Be there. Listen to and support someone who may be experiencing bullying. Sometimes, simply knowing someone cares can make a big difference.▪️ Learn more. Understanding what bullying looks like and how it can affect someone helps us recognize it and respond.▪️ Choose kindness. Look for ways to include others, encourage your classmates and create a welcoming environment.Together, we can help make Hamilton County Schools a place where every student feels safe, valued and like they belong.
East Hamilton Middle School was a little more colorful than usual last Friday! 🌈🎉Students who participated in the PTA’s APEX fundraiser had a blast celebrating their hard work with the APEX Color Games!We loved seeing students get active outdoors, have fun, and make memories together! #HCSstories
A school feels like a community when every student knows they belong. ❤️House systems help build that connection and show students how to take pride in their school. We stopped by Clifton Hills to talk with their students and heard how much compassion they have for one another.Their answers showed that every student truly belongs.
Recent Awards and Recognitions
Hamilton County Schools earned an NSPRA Award of Merit through the National School Public Relations Association’s (NSPRA) 2026 Publications and Digital Media Excellence Awards. The honor recognizes excellence in school communications and marketing and places HCS among education organizations from across the United States, Canada, and Department of Defense Education Activity schools worldwide.
