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Addlis Villalona’s Journey

Addlis Villalona’s Journey March 26, 2025 - Central High School’s Addlis Villalona moved to the United States at nine years old, she faced the difficult challenge of learning a new language and adjusting to a different culture. “The weather and the language, definitely,” she recalls…

JENNA WHEELERMarch 26, 2025

Partner Spotlight

Celebrating Read Across America

Celebrating Read Across America Chattanooga, TN– Read Across America is a nationwide event designed to encourage reading, foster literacy, and cultivate a love of books among people of all ages. Created by the National Education Association (NEA), this celebration coincides with the birthday of children's…

JENNA WHEELERMarch 10, 2025

Spotlight Staff

HCS Celebrates 2024-25 Teachers of the Year

Hamilton County Schools leadership honored three exceptional educators as the district’s 2024-25 Teachers of the Year on February 28, surprising each of them in their classrooms with the exciting news. This year’s honorees are: Sally Warm, a first-grade teacher at Red Bank Elementary Jamie Petty,…

JENNA WHEELERMarch 7, 2025

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NSWW Alison Weiler : CCA

Celebrating National Social Worker Week with Hamilton County Schools March 7, 2025 - Some students at Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts (CCA) start their mornings with a routine stop by Alison Weiler’s office. Maybe they want to share a small victory from the…

JENNA WHEELERMarch 7, 2025

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NSSWW Shauntia Garner : Howard

Celebrating National Social Worker Week with Hamilton County Schools March 5, 2025 - At The Howard School, there’s one person students know they can always count on—Ms. Garner, the school social worker for 10th and 11th graders. Whether they need support, advice, or just a…

JENNA WHEELERMarch 5, 2025

Spotlight Staff

NSWW Sydney Smith: Ooltewah Elementary

Celebrating National Social Worker Week with Hamilton County Schools March 3, 2025 - At Ooltewah Elementary, the hallways are filled with the sounds of laughter, learning, and the occasional reminder to keep hands and feet to ourselves. But behind all the daily routines, there’s someone…

JENNA WHEELERMarch 3, 2025

School Spotlight

Harrison Elementary Brings History to Life

Harrison Elementary Brings History to Life March 1, 2025 - At Harrison Elementary School, history didn’t just stay in textbooks – It came to life. For the fifth year in a row, students took part in the Black History Month Living Wax Museum, where third…

JENNA WHEELERFebruary 28, 2025

Spotlight Staff

Officer Barr: Keeping Apison Elementary Safe

Officer Barr: Keeping Apison Elementary Safe February 22, 2025 - At Apison Elementary School, students start their day with many friendly faces and maybe even a high-five or two. One of those faces belongs to Officer Jon Barr, the school’s Student Safety Officer (SSO). Whether…

JENNA WHEELERFebruary 22, 2025

Spotlight Staff

Emily McDonald Wins Presidential Award

Emily McDonald Wins Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching Chattanooga, TN- Emily McDonald, a math teacher at University High, has been awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) by the White House. Established in 1983, the PAEMST…

JENNA WHEELERFebruary 20, 2025

Every School Equipped Spotlight Student

CTE Month: Cosmetology at Sequoyah

Career and Technical Education Month : Cosmetology at Sequoyah Chattanooga, TN- Early Technical College at Sequoyah High School offers an exceptional opportunity for students interested in the beauty industry through its Cosmetology program. The program provides a comprehensive introduction to essential hair, nails, makeup, and…

JENNA WHEELERFebruary 18, 2025

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