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Mentorship in Action: Sarah Mason and Reagan Mangavalli at Clifton Hills Elementary two teachers, mentor , menteeEvery Employee ValuedProgramSpotlightStaff

Mentorship in Action: Sarah Mason and Reagan Mangavalli at Clifton Hills Elementary

National Mentor Month: Sarah Mason and Reagan Mangavalli at Clifton Hills Elementary January 7, 2026 - Starting a first year in the classroom comes with excitement, pressure, and a lot of unknowns. For first year teacher Reagan Mangavalli, one of the most meaningful parts of…
JENNA WHEELER
January 8, 2026
Hamilton County Schools & Hamilton County Mayor’s Office Announce Upgrades to Soddy Daisy Middle School Every School Equipped

Hamilton County Schools & Hamilton County Mayor’s Office Announce Upgrades to Soddy Daisy Middle School

Chattanooga, Tenn. - Hamilton County Schools, in partnership with the Hamilton County Mayor’s Office, released the first renderings and renovation plans for updates to Soddy Daisy Middle School. “This project is a major investment in our students, educators, and the future of Soddy Daisy,” said…
OLIVIA ROSS
December 16, 2025
Hamilton County Schools’ Achieves Advancing District Designation Every Student Learns

Hamilton County Schools’ Achieves Advancing District Designation

Chattanooga, TN — Hamilton County Schools (HCS) has been recognized by the Tennessee Department of Education with the Advancing District accountability designation for the first time since 2019.  This designation is a part of the state’s accountability system, which is determined through multiple factors, including…
OLIVIA ROSS
November 25, 2025
East Brainerd Elementary Installs New Wheelchair Swing Every Community ServedEvery Student BelongsSchoolSpotlightStaffStudent

East Brainerd Elementary Installs New Wheelchair Swing

East Brainerd Elementary Installs New Wheelchair Swing November 19 , 2025 - East Brainerd Elementary recently added a wheelchair-accessible swing to its playground, giving students with mobility challenges the chance to enjoy the same outdoor play experiences as their peers. The project is the result…
JENNA WHEELER
November 19, 2025