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Putting Computer Science Into Action

Putting Computer Science Into Action December 12, 2025 - At Harrison Bay Learning Center, students in the Architecture and Engineering Design program are learning much more than how to use computer software. Their teacher, Adam Scales, is helping them grow into confident problem solvers who…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 12, 2025

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CSAS Seniors Share Secrets to Scholarship Success

CSAS Seniors Share Secrets to Scholarship Success November 28 , 2025 - As National Scholarship Month comes to a close, students at Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences (CSAS) are celebrating. They are receiving acceptance letters and earning scholarships to top colleges. While the…

JENNA WHEELERNovember 28, 2025

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 ROSSNovember 25, 2025

Every Community Served Every Student Belongs School Spotlight Staff Student

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 WHEELERNovember 19, 2025

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Clifton Hills Shares Joy

At Clifton Hills Elementary, social media has become more than just a communication tool. Along with providing news and updates to families, it has also become a celebration of community, a bridge across languages, and a space to show school pride. Led by ENL teacher…

OLIVIA ROSSNovember 18, 2025

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The West 40th Food Pantry

The West 40th Food Pantry November 7 , 2025 - In Hamilton County Schools, supporting the whole child goes beyond the classroom. Through the Families in Transition program, our district continues to ensure that students and families facing hardship have access to one of life’s…

JENNA WHEELERNovember 7, 2025

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Principals Appreciation Month: Juan Moreno

In celebration of Principals Appreciation Month, we proudly recognize Principal Juan Moreno of East Ridge High School. Now in his fifth year leading the school, Moreno brings nearly two decades of experience serving the East Ridge community and a deep passion for empowering students to…

OLIVIA ROSSOctober 31, 2025

Spotlight Staff

Principals Appreciation Month: Vonetta Maston

Principals Appreciation Month: Vonetta Maston - Orchard Knob Elementary October 28, 2025 - During Principals Appreciation Month, we’re highlighting outstanding school leaders across Hamilton County Schools who go above and beyond for their students, staff, and communities. At Orchard Knob Elementary, Principal Vonetta Maston leads…

JENNA WHEELEROctober 28, 2025

Every Employee Valued

Principals Appreciation Month: Jamelie Johns

In celebration of Principals Appreciation Month, we proudly recognize Dr. Jamelie Johns, principal of Normal Park Museum Magnet School, whose leadership bridges both the upper and lower school campuses. With 23 years of service in Hamilton County Schools and five years as principal at Normal…

OLIVIA ROSSOctober 26, 2025

Spotlight Staff

Protecting with Purpose: Deputy Dotson’s Role at Sale Creek

Protecting with Purpose: Deputy Dotson’s Role at Sale Creek October 24, 2025 - Whether he’s greeting students as they arrive, cheering at a game, or talking with students in the hallway, School Resource Deputy Marcus Dotson shows what it means to protect and care for…

JENNA WHEELEROctober 24, 2025

HCS Newsroom

Putting Computer Science Into Action

CSAS Seniors Share Secrets to Scholarship Success

Hamilton County Schools’ Achieves Advancing District Designation

East Brainerd Elementary Installs New Wheelchair Swing

Clifton Hills Shares Joy

The West 40th Food Pantry

Principals Appreciation Month: Juan Moreno

Principals Appreciation Month: Vonetta Maston

Principals Appreciation Month: Jamelie Johns

Protecting with Purpose: Deputy Dotson’s Role at Sale Creek

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