Hamilton County Schools
Developing our diverse graduates to be connected, competitive, and life ready.
Where all children
thrive and experience a future without limits.
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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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Congratulations to Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy for earning a Level 5 distinction for the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟![]()
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Level 5 schools demonstrate significant evidence that their students exceeded the state’s growth standard, making this an outstanding accomplishment for the entire school community.![]()
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We are incredibly proud of the students, teachers, staff, and families who helped make this achievement possible. Keep up the great work, Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy!![]()
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Read more here: hcde.org/chattanooga-girls-leadership-academy-presented-2024-2025-level-5-banner/
🚨 Due to the threat of inclement weather, HCS School Age Child Care sites will open at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026. This delay will allow our teams to check buildings for any potential damage or maintenance issues. ![]()
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Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work to keep our students and staff safe.![]()
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School Age Child Care Spring Break Sites:![]()
- Allen Elementary![]()
- Battle Academy ![]()
- Big Ridge Elementary![]()
- East Brainerd Elementary![]()
- East Ridge Elementary ![]()
- Middle Valley Elementary![]()
- Red Bank Elementary ![]()
- Harrison Elementary
Hamilton County Schools will be closed March 16–20 for Spring Break.![]()
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We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and relaxing break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong!![]()
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📅 View the full district calendar:![]()
www.hcde.org/calendar
Families, it’s time to start planning for the 2026–2027 school year. From kindergarten registration to the first day of school, here are the key dates to keep on your calendar.![]()
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We’re here to help every step of the way! If you need assistance with registration, contact the HCS Family Connection Center.
Last week was our School Resource Development Institute (SRDI) Pitch event at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. 📖🌟 We heard pitches from Clifton Hills Elementary, Lookout Valley Middle/High, and Hixson High.![]()
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Thank you to the Public Education Foundation, our panel of judges, board members, community partners, leadership, volunteers, and more for always supporting our HCS students!![]()
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Learn more about the projects and the event: hcde.org/school-leaders-take-the-stage-to-pitch-big-ideas-for-students/
This week, our students had the opportunity to attend our College and Career Fairs, where they connected with representatives from a variety of pathways. ![]()
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We’re so proud of our students for exploring their options and taking the next step toward their individual successes! 🎓✨
