The Chattooga County Board of Education is accepting applications for multiple full-time paraprofessional positions for the upcoming 2026-27 school year.
Chattooga County School Nutrition officials have announced the return of the Summer Feeding Program, providing free meals for children during the summer break.
The program will operate on Fridays beginning June 5th and continuing through July 10th. There will be no meal service during the week of June 29th through July 5th due to the Independence Day holiday.
The program is open to all children ages 18 and under. Families will receive seven days of breakfast meals and seven days of lunch meals for each child in the household at each pickup. Children do not have to be present to receive meals.
Pickup dates are Friday, June 5th, June 12th, June 19th, June 26th, and July 10th.
Meals will be distributed from 1:30 until 2:30 PM at Chattooga High School, Menlo Elementary School, Fairway Recreation Center, and Leroy Massey Elementary School.
Questions may be directed to School Nutrition Director Brandie Wooten at 706-859-3054.
Chattooga High School has released its 2026-2027 Parent and Family Engagement Policy, School-Parent Compact, and plans for shared student achievement for the upcoming school year.
Chattooga County Schools is recognizing Summerville Middle School librarian Leigha Burnham after she was selected as a Teach in the Peach Ambassador by the Georgia Department of Education.
The Chattooga County School District reported Wednesday morning that Bus 104 was running one hour behind schedule due to a bus driver shortage.
The delay highlights an ongoing need for school bus drivers in Chattooga County.
The school system is currently hiring drivers, encouraging residents to help provide safe and reliable transportation for local students.
Officials say the job offers a consistent schedule, meaningful work, midday free time, and opportunities for retirees or those seeking part-time hours.
Interested applicants can contact the Chattooga County Board of Education at 706-857-3447 or 706-857-3440. The board office is located at 33 Middle School Road in Summerville.
Leroy Massey Elementary School is gearing up for a fun and colorful event this week as students and staff prepare for the annual Color Run on Friday, May 8.
School officials say the event is designed to create lasting memories while encouraging students to stay active and engaged in a fun environment.
Parents are encouraged to help students come prepared by sending appropriate closed-toe shoes, a water bottle to stay hydrated, a change of clothes, and sunglasses to protect from the sun and color powder.
Organizers also ask that all items be clearly labeled with the student’s name, grade, and homeroom to help keep track of belongings.
The event is exclusively for students and staff.
UPDATE (4:10 PM)
Update regarding the threat earlier today involving the Chattooga High School campus. Following a thorough investigation conducted in coordination with the Sheriff’s office, the FBI, and GEMA Homeland Security, the reported threat has been deemed non-credible. Authorities have also determined that it is connected to similar false threats reported at schools on a wide scale. At all times, the safety of our students and staff remained our top priority, and we appreciate the cooperation and patience shown by our school community as safety protocols were followed.
We are grateful for the swift response and continued support of our law enforcement partners. If any additional information becomes necessary to share, we will provide further updates.
Thank you,
Dr. Michelle Helie
Chattooga High School was placed on lockdown today after administrators received a threat involving the high school campus, according to Chattooga County School Superintendent Dr. Michelle Helie.
School officials say the threat was taken seriously, and immediate safety protocols were put into place. Law enforcement responded to the campus and remains on site while the matter is investigated.
Dr. Helie said students and staff are safe, and there is no confirmed immediate danger on campus at this time. Instruction is continuing, and regular school operations are proceeding as scheduled.
Out of an abundance of caution, the campus will remain on lockdown for the rest of the school day. Student dismissal is expected to take place at the regular time using normal procedures unless school officials announce otherwise.
Parents and community members are being asked not to come to campus unless necessary for regular operations or unless specifically directed to do so, as extra traffic could interfere with law enforcement and school safety procedures.
Additional updates will be released as more information becomes available.
Major improvements are now underway at the Chattooga County Animal Shelter, where construction has officially begun on new solid block walls inside the kennel area.
Chattooga County students interested in agriculture and animal husbandry are being encouraged to apply for the annual Chattooga County Young Farmers Pig Project.
Chattooga High School is heading into a busy week of spring sports and activities as students and staff continue the countdown to Spring Break.
Assistant Principal and Athletic Director J. Mark Turner reminded families that there are now just eight school days remaining until the break. He also thanked the community for its continued support and noted that the school is still looking for volunteers to help with gate duties at upcoming games.