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PEF’s Camp College

Each summer, rising high school juniors and seniors from Hamilton County have the opportunity to participate in Camp College, a multi-day college access program designed to help students navigate the college admissions process and prepare for life after high school. PEF’s Camp College was founded…

OLIVIA ROSSAugust 12, 2025

Podcast

Podcast Episode One- Real Talk

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ADISON LAMBERTAugust 7, 2025

Every Employee Valued Spotlight Staff

How the Teacher Supply Hub Supports First-Year and New-to-District Teachers

July 24, 2025 – Starting a new teaching job is exciting—but it can also be overwhelming, especially when it comes to getting your classroom ready. Whether you’re a first-year teacher or an experienced educator new to Hamilton County Schools (HCS), the Teacher Supply Hub is…

KYLE RICHARDJuly 24, 2025

Every Employee Valued Program Spotlight Staff

New Teachers, New Energy: How Hamilton County Is Getting First Day Ready

New Teachers, New Energy: How Hamilton County Is Getting First Day Ready July 17, 2025 - The first day of school is a big deal, not just for students, but for teachers too, especially those starting at a brand-new school. That’s why Hamilton County Schools…

JENNA WHEELERJuly 18, 2025

Every Community Served Student

East Brainerd Elementary Student Earns National Chess Recognition

CHATTANOOGA, TN – East Brainerd Elementary rising fourth grader Sanjeev Vikram, age 9, has made national headlines after an outstanding performance at the 2025 Super Nationals Chess Tournament, one of the largest and most prestigious scholastic chess events in the United States. Sanjeev earned a…

OLIVIA ROSSJuly 11, 2025

Every Community Served Program Spotlight

HCS Book Bus at Summer Reach Sites

HCS Book Bus at Summer Reach Sites June 27, 2025 - The wheels have stopped turning, but the stories are just getting started. Over the past few weeks, the Hamilton County Schools Book Bus visited Summer Reach sites across the county, bringing books, excitement, and…

JENNA WHEELERJune 27, 2025

school name sign entrance Calvin Donaldson Elementary

Every School Equipped School Spotlight

Restore The Roar At Calvin Donaldson

Restore The Roar At Calvin Donaldson June 20 - At Calvin Donaldson, the classrooms are about to get a fresh new look—and the entire community is invited to help make it happen. This summer, teachers and school leaders have come together with one big goal:…

JENNA WHEELERJune 20, 2025

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Every Community Served Program Spotlight

College Visits During Summer Reach

College Visits During Summer Reach Chattanooga, TN- During Summer Reach, students not only strengthen their skills in math and reading each day—they also have the opportunity to go on hands-on, educational field trips. This summer, the trips included visits to the Chickamauga Battlefield and the…

JENNA WHEELERJune 16, 2025

Every Student Belongs Spotlight Student

Senior Spotlight: Adam Billingsley

Hixson High School Class of 2025 June 3, 2025 - From late practices to early mornings, one of Hixson High’s most recent graduates, Adam Billingsley has never taken the traditional path, and that’s exactly what makes his story one to watch. Adam’s journey to college…

JENNA WHEELERJune 3, 2025

Every Employee Valued Spotlight Staff

Teacher Spotlight: E’Jay Ward

Teacher Spotlight: E'Jay Ward Chattanooga, TN- For the past seven years, Coach E'Jay Ward has been a supportive and inspiring presence at Tyner Academy. First hired as Dean of Students and boy's basketball coach, Ward has since transitioned into teaching P.E. and wellness while continuing…

JENNA WHEELERMay 22, 2025

HCS Newsroom

PEF’s Camp College

Podcast Episode One- Real Talk

How the Teacher Supply Hub Supports First-Year and New-to-District Teachers

New Teachers, New Energy: How Hamilton County Is Getting First Day Ready

East Brainerd Elementary Student Earns National Chess Recognition

HCS Book Bus at Summer Reach Sites

Restore The Roar At Calvin Donaldson

College Visits During Summer Reach

Senior Spotlight: Adam Billingsley

Teacher Spotlight: E’Jay Ward

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