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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We’re proud to announce the launch of the inaugural cohort of the L.E.E. Fellows Program is a bold and transformative partnership between Lee University and Hamilton County Schools, dedicated to Leadership, Education, and Excellence.![]()
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This first group of future educators is ready to embark on a journey to change lives. These Fellows are committed to serving in our local schools, bringing passion, purpose, and a fresh perspective to classrooms that need them most. The 20 members are pursuing teacher certification in the following content areas: Exceptional Education, Elementary Education, Secondary ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, Business, and ENL.![]()
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Learn More about the Grow Your Own Program here: bit.ly/4oaksxj
Get ready for an unforgettable kickoff to the school year at Tennessee Riverpark (4301 Amnicola Hwy) on Saturday, August 2, from 10 AM–1 PM. Enjoy free school supplies, community resources, health screenings, and family fun!![]()
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📍 Tennessee Riverpark | ⏰ 10 AM–1 PM | 📅 August 2, 2025![]()
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Learn more: hcde.org/btsb
A healthy school lunch is available to all students daily! 🌟 Check out our website for detailed lunch menus. #FirstDayReady![]()
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hcde.org/operations/nutrition/
Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time with us for Better Together! 🧽🧤 ![]()
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Whether you were painting, mulching, sawing, lifting, moving, or polishing, your hard work made a huge difference in helping us get #FirstDayReady!![]()
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There are more opportunities to volunteer on July 28th-August 4th. To join us, sign up here: hcde.org/better-together/
Check out our website's transportation page for information on bus stops, Code of Acceptable Behavior, safety guidelines, and m#FirstDayReadyReady![]()
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🎶 Congratulations to Neshawn Calloway, Vocal Music Director at Center for Creative Arts (CCA), on being named a CMA Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence — for the second time! She is one of just 20 educators across Tennessee to receive this prestigious honor.![]()
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Calloway earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Memphis and her master’s in Music Education from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. During her 24 years at CCA, she has brought music to life in the classroom.![]()
"I get to do my favorite thing—make music every day," she said. ![]()
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Outside the classroom, she performs as the lead singer of Sound Advice and enjoys tending to her flowers.![]()
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We are incredibly grateful for the skill, joy, and passion she brings to music education. Congratulations! 💜🎹 #HCSstories![]()
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Neshawn Calloway's photos were taken at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, where she interned during her time at UT Chattanooga!
