Hamilton County Schools
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The mission of HCS is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and support to THRIVE in life. While we know this mission starts with a primary focus on academics, we also understand from listening to our community that a student must possess qualities beyond academics to excel in the real world. We strive to create graduates who embody our "Portrait of a Graduate" with skills rooted in academics, problem-solving, effective communication, cultural inclusivity, and resiliency.
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The last day of Summer Reach came with the best surprise! 🇺🇸💙![]()
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Two of our students got a very special visit from their father, who is serving in the U.S. Army. ![]()
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We’re so happy their family could share this special moment together and we hope they enjoyed every minute of him being home! #HCSstories
Our Final Destination: Passport to Art 🎨 ![]()
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Passport to Art took students on a creative journey around the world! Each day, campers explored a different country by learning about its culture, landmarks, and traditions before creating an art project inspired by what they learned. They visited Brazil, where they drew colorful toucans; Japan, where they painted beautiful cherry blossoms; Egypt, where they illustrated the famous pyramids; and Ghana, where they designed vibrant Kente cloth patterns. This camp combined geography, culture, and creativity while introducing young artists to traditions from around the world.![]()
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That's a wrap on our Creative Camp Spotlights! We hope everyone had an amazing time at Summer Reach. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we'll see you back at school soon!
Applications for Round 2 of the hardship transfer request are now open.![]()
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Families are encouraged to review the eligibility requirements and application process before submitting an application.![]()
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Learn more: hcde.org/student_supports/hardship-transfer-request/
Line Dancing the Elementary Way! 🎶![]()
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This summer, Tara Sales and Cnee’ Austin are bringing the energy to Summer Reach with fun-filled line dancing classes! ![]()
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Students get to step, slide, and spin while learning about rhythm, coordination, movement, and music. Throughout the week, they practice choreography, play dance-themed games, create unique art projects, and stay active, all while building confidence and having a great time with their classmates! #HCSstories
PowerSchool is currently unavailable!!![]()
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As scheduled system updates continue, the Parent Portal and New Student Registration form will remain inaccessible. At this time, we do not have an estimated timeframe for when services will be restored.![]()
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Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will share updates as soon as additional information becomes available.
Sneak peek inside the Hamilton County Schools Career Expo Center, housed at the Franklin-Roberts Future Ready Center! 👀⚙️![]()
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Thanks to Volkswagen's generous donation of a vehicle and robotic arm, middle school students in this Career Exploration space will be able to make real-world connections to Supply Chain & Transportation and Advanced Manufacturing pathways. This hands-on equipment provides meaningful opportunities to explore industry technologies and prepare for future careers.![]()
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A special shoutout to our Maintenance and Warehouse teams for their hard work in moving and setting up these incredible additions! #HCSstories
Recent Awards and Recognitions
Hamilton County Schools earned an NSPRA Award of Merit through the National School Public Relations Association’s (NSPRA) 2026 Publications and Digital Media Excellence Awards. The honor recognizes excellence in school communications and marketing and places HCS among education organizations from across the United States, Canada, and Department of Defense Education Activity schools worldwide.
