Hamilton County Schools

Where all children

thrive and experience a future without limits.

44,909

Students

81

Buildings

6,000

Employees

Family Guide

Family Guide

Funding Our Schools

Funding Our Schools

PreK

pre-kindergarten

Child Care

SACC

Bell Times

Bell Times

School Choice

School Choice

Opportunity by Design

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.

Upcoming Events.

Video Newsroom

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District Facebook Feed

All aboard for summer learning! 🚂💙Last week, Summer Reach students visited the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, where they learned all about the history and impact of Tennessee railroads. #hcsstories ... See MoreSee Less
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Juneteenth commemorates a hard-won milestone in American history and reminds us that progress is built through learning, understanding, and action. Today, we honor the significance of this day and the work that continues to create opportunities for all. ... See MoreSee Less
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Tune in to tonight's Hamilton County School Board Meeting:bit.ly/44hC1CS ... See MoreSee Less
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Tune in to tonight's Hamilton County School Board Agenda Session: www.youtube.com/live/cZ-wq04-Iy0?si=ddVPVJeYZSPRWU-1 ... See MoreSee Less
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⛳ Swinging into summer learning!Students in Rolling Into Golf! are building confidence, focus, and teamwork while learning the fundamentals of golf through engaging, hands-on activities. This Summer Reach camp combines movement, skill-building, and fun to create an experience students won't forg#summerreachReach ... See MoreSee Less
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Today, Hamilton County Schools, the Hamilton County Mayor’s Office, and EPB announced the launch of the new Energy and Quantum Industries Academy at the Franklin-Roberts Future Ready Center.The academy will serve approximately 400 students each year, providing hands-on learning opportunities in engineering, cybersecurity, broadband, energy systems, and quantum science! #HCSstories Read more here: bit.ly/4uHbiKU ... See MoreSee Less
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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.

NSPRA Award