Sandra Howard Teacher of the Year Finalist
Sandra Howard Teacher of the Year Finalist
06/16/2023
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) teacher Sandra Howard qualifies as a finalist for Tennessee Teacher of the Year. Howard, an English teacher at the Chattanooga High School Center for Creative Arts (CCA), has been recognized as the Southeast Finalist for Tennessee Teacher of the Year.
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Middle School to Mocs Scholar Program
Middle School to Mocs Scholar Program
05/24/2023
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) announced the Middle School to Mocs Scholar Program at eighth-grade promotions across the county this week.
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EPB Installs Student Artwork Across Chattanooga
EPB Installs Student Artwork Across Chattanooga
05/24/2023
EPB unveiled artwork by 12 high school students selected from the 2023 ArtSpark Goes to School challenge. Students and their parents attended a public ceremony at EPB’s downtown office, where they were recognized by Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly, EPB President & CEO David Wade, Hamilton County Schools Superintendent Justin Robertson and other community leaders on May 9, 2023.
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STEM Jubilee
STEM Jubilee
05/19/2023
The STEM School hosted their fifth STEM Jubilee at Chattanooga State May 16-17, 2023 which served over 3,000 elementary school students.
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DECA Advisor
DECA Advisor
05/12/2023
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) Ooltewah High School Teacher Heather McIntyre has been recognized by the State Department for 25 years of continuous service as a DECA Advisor.
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Geography Teacher of the Year
Geography Teacher of the Year
05/11/2023
This year East Hamilton High School teacher, Julie Smith, received the Tom and Stella Mullane Geography Teacher of the Year award. Smith received this award for all her hard work in and outside of the classroom.
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HCS Teacher Receives TAHPERD Award
HCS Teacher Receives TAHPERD Award
05/10/2023
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) Physical Education and Wellness teacher, Brooke Laxton, has been selected for Tennessee Association for Health, Physical Education (TAHPERD) Secondary School Physical Education Teacher of the Year.
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HCS Teacher Selected as Presenter at National Art Education Association
HCS Teacher Selected as Presenter at National Art Education Association
05/09/2023
Hamilton County Schools congratulates Normal Park Museum Magnet Arts teacher Stephanie Hardin on being selected as a presenter at the National Art Education Association convention for her research on culturally responsive teaching in the art room.
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PEF Announces Expanded Access to VW eLabs
PEF Announces Expanded Access to VW eLabs
05/08/2023
Public Education Foundation (PEF) announced funding for 34 more VW eLabs.
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HCS & UTC Launch University High
05/05/2023
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) came together to introduce students and staff of University High on April 27, 2023, in a ribbon cutting ceremony at UTC.
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Superintendent Hosts 40th Annual Honors Banquet
Superintendent Hosts 40th Annual Honors Banquet
04/24/2023
Hamilton County Schools Superintendent Dr. Justin Robertson hosted the 40th Annual Superintendent's Honors Banquet on Monday, April 24, 2023, at the Chattanooga Convention Center. The Superintendent's Honors Banquet recognizes the Top 10% of each high school in the district's graduating class.
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Sustainability & Student Learning at Hixson High
Sustainability & Student Learning at Hixson High
04/22/2023
Hixson has cultivated a program that provides community partnership, sustainable practices, and, most importantly, engaged real-world student learning. This program teaches students in a way that is applicable across careers and goals and is a great example of career and technical education in our district.
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HCS First Annual Equity in Action Symposium
HCS First Annual Equity in Action Symposium
04/19/2023
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee (BCBST) hosted the first annual Equity in Action Symposium on Thursday, April 13, 2023.
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Leadership Assignments for the 2023-24 School Year
Leadership Assignments for the 2023-24 School Year
04/14/2023
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) today announced eight leadership assignments for the 2023-24 school year.
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2023 Green Prix Race
2023 Green Prix Race
03/24/2023
Hamilton County Schools is excited to participate in the 2023 annual Chattanooga Green Prix event March 24-25!
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City Partnership for Early Learning FRI
City Partnership for Early Learning FRI
03/23/2023
The One Chattanooga Institute for Early Care and Learning will strengthen the early learning workforce while equipping students with the skills they need to succeed in a stable career.
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Rock Music as a Teaching Tool
Rock Music as a Teaching Tool
03/17/2023
Red Bank Middle School is excited to announce their new partnership with the TeachRock program.
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See Rock City Institute of Hospitality & Tourism Management unveils new kitchen for students at The Howard School
See Rock City Institute of Hospitality & Tourism Management unveils new kitchen for students at The Howard School
03/08/2023
A sparkling new commercial-grade kitchen unveiled on Wednesday at The Howard School will provide industry quality experience and new opportunities for learning to culinary students in the See Rock City, Inc. Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Management Future Ready Institute.
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Alpine Crest Elementary Beta Club
Alpine Crest Elementary Beta Club
03/07/2023
Alpine Crest Elementary’s Beta Club is leading by example for their school and community. Most recently, the club was able to participate in the 4th Annual Elementary Beta Convention at the Gaylord Opryland Conference Center in Nashville, TN. The group made their school proud, by showcasing their talents and working together as a team.
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The Howard School's History
The Howard School's History
02/28/2023
Today The Howard School is known as a culturally inclusive community with a growing Hispanic population attending the school. However, for years Howard was the only school black students were allowed to attend.
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Tyner Middle High Groundbreaking
Tyner Middle High Groundbreaking
02/28/2023
In front of a vocal crowd of Tyner Academy middle and high school students, dignitaries gathered on the field at Bob Evans Stadium today to break ground on a long-awaited new Tyner Middle High Academy.
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HCS Surprises, Honors Teachers of the Year
HCS Surprises, Honors Teachers of the Year
01/23/2023
Hamilton County Schools surprised three teachers on Friday when Superintendent Dr. Justin Robertson stopped by their classrooms to congratulate each of them on being selected grade-level Teachers of the Year for the district.
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Josh Jackson Spotlight
Josh Jackson Spotlight
01/19/2023
In December 2022, the Tyner Academy Rams became the Football Class 2A State Champions. Leading this charge was the team's Senior Quarterback, Josh Jackson.
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Stewart selected for Future Chiefs program
Stewart selected for Future Chiefs program
01/11/2023
Hamilton County Schools Deputy Superintendent Dr. Sonia Stewart has been selected as part of the seventh cohort of Future Chiefs by the national organization Chiefs for Change.
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UTC, Hamilton County Schools Collaborate to Create University High
UTC, Hamilton County Schools Collaborate to Create University High
12/19/2022
A college pipeline for high school students who might not have considered a four-year university education is the goal of a new partnership between Hamilton County Schools and the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
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HCS Announces New CSAS Principal
HCS Announces New CSAS Principal
12/13/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) announced today the appointment of veteran educator Robert Alford as the new executive principal for the Chattanooga School for the Arts and Sciences (CSAS).
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HCS Announces East Brainerd Elem. Principal
HCS Announces East Brainerd Elem. Principal
11/29/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) announced today the new Principal of East Brainerd Elementary School, Hannah Hudson.
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Updates to Choose Hamilton: School Choice '23-'24
Updates to Choose Hamilton: School Choice '23-'24
10/31/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) is increasing the number of school choice options for the 2023-'24 school year!
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HCS reorganizes Talent Department
HCS reorganizes Talent Department
10/28/2022
A reorganized structure to improve customer service and school district efficiency in meeting personnel needs was announced today by Hamilton County Schools Chief Talent Officer Dr. Zac Brown.
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HCS Hosts Partners In Education Awards
HCS Hosts Partners In Education Awards
10/27/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) hosted a Partners in Education Awards Breakfast on October 26, 2022 to honor community partners who have made a significant impact in the district within the last year.
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HCS Partners With Coca-Cola Bottling United
HCS Partners With Coca-Cola Bottling United
10/20/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) Future Ready Institutes signed an official five year partnership agreement with Coca-Cola Bottling United on October 20, 2022, to support the Hixson High School Coca-Cola Institute of Business.
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HCS Launches Fourth Leadership HCS Class
HCS Launches Fourth Leadership HCS Class
10/17/2022
The fourth Leadership Hamilton County Schools (Leadership HCS) cohort held its first session on Thursday, October 6th.
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Chatt. Charter Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
Chatt. Charter Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
10/04/2022
Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence was presented with a banner today recognizing its Level 5 distinction.
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Chatt. Preparatory Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
Chatt. Preparatory Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
09/29/2022
Chattanooga Preparatory School was presented with a banner today recognizing its Level 5 distinction.
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Bess T Elem Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
Bess T Elem Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
09/27/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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Tyner Academy Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
Tyner Academy Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
09/27/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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Ooltewah Middle Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
Ooltewah Middle Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
09/26/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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CCA Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
CCA Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
09/23/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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East Hamilton High Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
East Hamilton High Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
09/23/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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CSAS- Upper Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
CSAS- Upper Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
09/22/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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Lookout Mtn. Elem. Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
Lookout Mtn. Elem. Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
09/22/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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Hixson Elementary Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
Hixson Elementary Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
09/21/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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Red Bank High Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
Red Bank High Presented '21-'22 Level 5 Banner
09/21/2022
The latest release of Hamilton County student testing data from the Tenn. Department of Education shows 13 Hamilton County schools recognized as Level 5 schools for the academic growth shown by their students during the spring testing period.
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CGLA Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
CGLA Presented 21-22 Level 5 Banner
09/20/2022
Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy was presented with a banner today recognizing its Level 5 distinction.
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Announcement of School Facilities Working Group
Announcement of School Facilities Working Group
09/20/2022
Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp and Hamilton County Schools Superintendent Justin Robertson today announced members of a County School Facilities Working Group to evaluate both urgent needs and future opportunities across the Hamilton County school system.
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HCS Teacher of the Year Finalist
HCS Teacher of the Year Finalist
08/30/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) STEM School Teacher Kristin Burrus has been selected as a finalist for the East Tennessee division of Tennessee Teacher of the Year Award.
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HCS Announces New Chief Talent Officer
HCS Announces New Chief Talent Officer
08/26/2022
Hamilton County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Justin Robertson today announced the appointment of Dr. Zac Brown as the school district’s new Chief Talent Officer.
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HCS and U.S. Xpress Partner for FRI
HCS and U.S. Xpress Partner for FRI
08/23/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) Future Ready Institutes signed an official partnership agreement with U.S. Xpress on August 23, 2022, to support the work of two Future Ready Institutes.
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HCS Partners with Komatsu for New Opportunities
HCS Partners with Komatsu for New Opportunities
08/18/2022
Hamilton County Schools Future Ready Institutes launched a partnership with Komatsu Chattanooga Manufacturing Operation (Komatsu) and more to create a pre-apprenticeship program on August 18, 2022.
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HCS 2021-22 State Testing Data
HCS 2021-22 State Testing Data
08/15/2022
The Tennessee Department of Education has released both student proficiency and growth data for the 2021-22 school year. For Hamilton County Schools, looking at the results of both overall proficiency and student growth across all achievement levels allows us to fully reflect on our results as a district and make adjustments for the upcoming year.
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First Day Welcome Message '22-'23 School Year
First Day Welcome Message '22-'23 School Year
08/10/2022
Hamilton County Schools (HCS) is thrilled to welcome back students for the ‘22-’23 school year!
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Back to School Bash
08/04/2022
To celebrate and kick off the 2022-23 school year, Hamilton County Schools (HCS) will host its fifth annual Back to School Bash
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Better Together
07/21/2022
Better Together: Volunteers needed to help get HCS schools First Day Ready
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Summer Meals
06/06/2022
Our community partners are offering free meals to all kids 0-18 this summer! No application or registration needed, just stop by and enjoy.
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