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Empowering “Future-Ready” Students Today

Hamilton County Schools Empowering "Future-Ready Students" Today By Gary Kuehn School Board District 9 Chattanooga, TN- Hamilton County Schools' vision to create "future-ready students" emphasizes equipping learners with the skills, knowledge, and now, experiences they need to succeed in the modern world. The district aims…

JENNA WHEELERJanuary 10, 2025

Spotlight Staff

Kara Dudley: Building Confidence at Loftis

Kara Dudley: Building Confidence at Loftis Middle School January 8, 2025 – Kara Dudley might be new to the Hamilton County School system, but she brings a wealth of knowledge in many areas. Kara is a 7th-grade English teacher in her second year teaching at…

JENNA WHEELERJanuary 8, 2025

Every Student Belongs Spotlight Staff

Student Success Planning: A Personalized Approach

Student Success Planning: A Personalized Approach Chattanooga, TN- Student Success Planning (SSP) creates individualized plans for students that address their unique strengths and needs through goal setting and connections both in and out of school. This strategy emphasizes two of the district’s core beliefs: (1)…

JENNA WHEELERJanuary 7, 2025

Spotlight Staff

Celebrating 25 Years at DAWN School

Celebrating 25 Years of Family, Dedication, and Impact at DAWN School December 19, 2024 – For 25 years, Ms. Beth Compton and Ms. Felicia Burkes have been the heart and soul of DAWN School, a place where students who need extra support find not only education…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 19, 2024

Spotlight Student

Q&A with Journey Holloway

Red Bank High School student interns sit down for a Q&A with standout basketball player, Journey Holloway, to discuss her basketball career and the goals she has for the 2024-2025 basketball season. Kelvin Clay III, RBHS Girl's Basketball Head Coach, also gives his thoughts on…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 16, 2024

Spotlight Staff

Inspiring Students to Innovate at Apison Elem.

Inspiring Students to Innovate: A Spotlight on Jason Bevil at Apison Elementary For over 18 years, Jason Bevil has been a cornerstone of Hamilton County Schools (HCS), dedicating most of his career to fostering young minds at Apison Elementary. Initially teaching 3rd and 4th grades,…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 13, 2024

Spotlight Staff

Orchard Knob’s Teacher Buzzes With Excellence

Orchard Knob’s Teacher Buzzes With Excellence December 12, 2024 - At Orchard Knob Middle School, Mikele Suman is shaping the lives of her students by fostering an environment of learning, inclusion, and support. As an English as a New Language (ENL) teacher, Suman’s work helps…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 12, 2024

School Spotlight

Exploring the Universe: Billy Hix Brings The Stars to Snow Hill

Exploring the Universe: Billy Hix Brings The Stars to Snow Hill Elementary December 11, 2024 – Snow Hill Elementary students recently had an out-of-this-world experience as retired NASA educator and researcher Billy Hix visited the school with his portable planetarium. The event was a day…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 11, 2024

Spotlight Student

Student Spotlight: Owiin Merritt

Student Spotlight: Owiin Merritt Chattanooga, TN– Owiin Merritt, an 11th grader at Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts (CCA), embodies dedication, passion, and a profound appreciation for the arts. Starting ballet at three years old, Merritt has become an impressive dancer– one of CCA's…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 10, 2024

Program Spotlight

Hamilton County Schools Launches FemTOC Program

Hamilton County Schools Launches FemTOC Program Chattanooga, Tennessee- As a district, Hamilton County Schools knows our female teachers of color have unique experiences and challenges in the workplace. As part of our strategic plan and intentional commitment to every employee feeling valued, the talent department…

JENNA WHEELERDecember 6, 2024