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February 17, 2026

Chattooga Teachers Named Georgia Science Teachers of the Year

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Two educators from the Chattooga County School District are being recognized statewide for excellence in science instruction. Erin Smith of Leroy Massey Elementary and Melissa Rowe of Chattooga High School have been named Georgia Science Teachers Association (GSTA) Science Teachers of the Year, earning top honors at the elementary and high school levels.

District leaders say Smith and Rowe were selected for their dedication, instructional leadership, and passion for engaging students in meaningful science learning. Their recognition, the district says, reflects the high-quality science instruction delivered across Chattooga County classrooms each day.

The GSTA Teacher of the Year Award honors educators with a proven record of excellence and impact on student learning. Award recipients receive a $1,500 honorarium and complimentary registration to the GSTA Annual Conference. The district is encouraging the community to join in congratulating both teachers on the achievement.

February 5, 2026

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Pre-K Enrollment Opens Today for Chattooga County Schools 2026–2027 Year

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Families in Lyerly, Menlo, and Summerville can begin enrolling for Chattooga County Schools Pre-K for the 2026–2027 school year starting today, Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Parents and guardians can register online by scanning the QR code on the district flyer, or by visiting the Chattooga County Schools website and selecting the Enrollment Center. School officials remind families to use the Pre-K enrollment link and not the K–12 registration option.

For those who prefer to enroll in person, registration will be held at the Chattooga County Enrollment Center on Thursday, Feb. 5 and Friday, Feb. 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., located at 302 Maple Drive in Summerville. Families who cannot attend during those hours can call 706-857-3490 to schedule an appointment.

To be eligible, children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026. Required documents include a certified birth certificate, proof of Georgia residency, a photo ID for the parent or guardian, the child’s Social Security card, insurance information or other proof of coverage, and required health and immunization forms.

For more information, families can contact the Pre-K office at 706-857-3490.

January 30, 2026

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Chattooga County Schools Cancel Extracurricular Activities Due to Expected Snow

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Chattooga County Schools have canceled all extracurricular activities scheduled for tonight, Friday, January 30, 2026, as well as events planned for this weekend, due to the forecast for snow beginning tonight and continuing into Saturday. School officials said information on rescheduled dates and times will be shared once details are confirmed.

The announcement was issued by Jeremy Heathcock with Chattooga County Schools, who encouraged families to stay warm and safe as winter weather moves into the area.

January 30, 2026

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Georgia Lawmakers Consider Expanding School-Day Phone Ban to High Schools Starting Fall 2027

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Georgia lawmakers are considering extending a statewide ban on student personal devices to high schools, meaning today’s sophomores could face phone-free school days by their senior year. A ban covering kindergarten through middle school is already set to take effect next fall after passage last year, and the bill’s sponsor now wants to expand that policy to older students beginning in fall 2027.

January 24, 2026

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Chattooga County Schools Opening 2026–2027 Pre-K Enrollment Feb. 5 for Lyerly, Menlo, and Summerville

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Families in Lyerly, Menlo, and Summerville can begin enrolling for Chattooga County Schools Pre-K for the 2026–2027 school year starting Thursday, February 5, 2026. Parents and guardians can register online by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by visiting the Chattooga County Schools website and selecting the Enrollment Center, with officials reminding families to use the Pre-K link and not the K–12 registration option.

December 20, 2025

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Chattooga County Schools to Gain Expanded Virtual Mental Health Support Under $430,000 Atrium Health Floyd Investment

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Chattooga County students will soon have expanded access to school-based mental health care thanks to a $430,000 investment from Atrium Health Floyd, funded by the Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation. The initiative is aimed at strengthening timely, high-quality mental health services for students—addressing needs tied to anxiety, depression, stress, and overall well-being.

December 20, 2025

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Chattooga County Educators Shine as GSTA Names Science Teachers of the Year

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Chattooga County Schools are celebrating a major achievement in science education as Erin Smith of Leroy Massey Elementary School and Melissa Rowe of Chattooga High School have been named Georgia Science Teachers Association (GSTA) Science Teachers of the Year at the elementary and high school levels.

December 11, 2025

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Chattooga County Choral Department’s Annual Christmas Concert Returns Tonight at Chattooga High School

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The Chattooga County Schools Choral Department is inviting the community to a night of holiday music with its annual Christmas concert, “Unity: Let’s Celebrate Together,” happening tonight (December 11) at 7 p.m. at Chattooga High School. The program is expected to feature seasonal favorites and performances that highlight the talent and hard work of student singers, offering families a festive way to celebrate the season together while supporting local students.

December 5, 2025

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Chattooga High School Hiring Full-Time Custodian, Applications Available Now

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Chattooga County Schools has announced an immediate opening for a custodian at Chattooga High School, according to a job posting released by the Chattooga County Board of Education.

December 4, 2025

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Chattooga County Schools Hosting Annual Educators Conference at Chattooga High School

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Chattooga County Schools will hold its annual Educators Conference on Monday, December 8, at Chattooga High School from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The conference is a dedicated day of professional learning focused on strengthening classroom instruction, supporting educator growth, and improving student outcomes across the district.