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The Power of Patience: How Carlis Shackelford Builds Trust and Supports Students Every Community ServedEvery Employee ValuedProgramSpotlightStaff

The Power of Patience: How Carlis Shackelford Builds Trust and Supports Students

Staff Highlight: Carlis Shackelford : The Howard School January 30, 2026 - Carlis Shackelford is a truancy specialist at The Howard School, but when it comes to his day to day work, mentoring is a big part of it.  Shackelford started mentoring in High School…
JENNA WHEELER
January 30, 2026
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