Hamilton County Schools

The fifth Leadership Hamilton County Schools (Leadership HCS) cohort held its first session on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

A Hamilton County Schools initiative launched today will provide local families with a dedicated space designed to empower and support them throughout their child’s educational journey.

Club Days embody a commitment to ‘Every Student Belongs,’ by fostering an inclusive environment. Big Ridge is one example of schools in our district that equip and sustain all teachers and students to design supports that include and encourage every learner.

November is National Scholarship Month, a time highlighted by the National Scholarship Providers Association to let everyone know about scholarship opportunities for current and future college students. It's also a great time to start applying for scholarships if you haven't already. At HCS, we're here to help during Scholarship Application Month. Reach out to your school's college and career counselor for more information. Our goal at HCS is to make sure every student is ready for life after graduation.

Sometimes, finding the perfect fit takes more than one try. For Kinsey Carpenter, a ninth-grade student at Hixson High School, taking a risk and making a change has helped her thrive since changing schools through Hamilton County Schools' Choose Hamilton program.

Chronic absenteeism has been a rising challenge for many schools in our district and across the nation. Although, over the course of the last two years, some schools have decreased absenteeism in their school community, the reality is there are still great opportunities for improvement across the county. Recognizing this issue is not one schools can address alone, Superintendent Justin Robertson and Deputy Superintendent Sonia Stewart tasked several district staff with identifying areas where the district can support schools and families.

Members of Ooltewah High School's JROTC Owl Battalion played a pivotal role in a special ceremony dedicated to honoring local veterans and officially naming a prominent roundabout in Ooltewah as 'Veterans Circle.'

Students research a real-world problem, create a prototype, and then build a business around that prototype. The class project culminates at Inventanooga on December 13.

Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp today announced a partnership with Hamilton County Schools and the Creative Discovery Museum to provide every family of a Hamilton County School Kindergarten student with free passes to visit the establishment. Nearly 4,000 students will receive a total of four passes to use unlimited times throughout the 2023-2024 academic year, with a June 30th expiration date.

Donnie Mullins, principal at Ooltewah High School shares his pride for his alma mater, and his goal to instill hope in not just his students, but everyone who moves through his building.

Dr. Aleisha McCallie, principal at Tyner Middle Academy, shares a passion for education and drive for excellence using her gifts to enlighten students and give them the tools to thrive not just at school, but throughout their life.

Hamilton County Schools (HCS) is increasing the number of school choice options for the 2024-'25 school year!