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April 2, 2026

Chattooga High Student Earns State Recognition For Award-Winning Welding Sculpture

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Chattooga High School is recognizing Abbigail Smith for an outstanding achievement after her award-winning welding sculpture was honored at the state level.

Abbigail, along with Superintendent Michelle Helie, CTAE Director Angie Culbert, and Welding Instructor and SkillsUSA Advisor Carter Woodall, attended the State Board of Education meeting on March 26, 2026, where her sculpture was showcased.

Smith earned the silver medal in Welding Sculpture at the SkillsUSA State Leadership Conference, an accomplishment that highlights her talent, creativity, and dedication to welding.

School leaders praised Abbigail’s success and also recognized the educators and administrators who continue to support student achievement and career-focused education at Chattooga High School.

Congratulations to Abbigail Smith on this impressive honor and statewide recognition.

March 26, 2026

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Chattooga High Cheerleaders Hosting Spirit Wear Fundraiser

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The Chattooga High School Cheerleaders are hosting a fundraiser and would love your support.

They are currently selling a variety of spirit wear, including short sleeve tees, crewnecks, hoodies, stadium chairs, and stadium sweatshirt blankets. There are several design options available, giving fans plenty of ways to show their Indian pride.

Order deadline is April 2nd.

Payment is due at the time of order, and checks should be made payable to Chattooga High School Cheer.

Please check out the flyer for available designs, sizing, and pricing information. To place an order, contact a 2026-27 Chattooga cheerleader.

March 21, 2026

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Chattooga High School Announces Full Schedule of Activities for Next Week

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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.

March 16, 2026

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Summerville Middle School Students Visit Oakview Residents for Morning of Games, Stories and Service

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A group of Summerville Middle School boys spent part of their morning last week at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation, visiting with residents during the facility’s monthly men’s social and creating meaningful connections through games, conversation, and shared activities.

March 7, 2026

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Chattooga High School Earns State Industry Certification in Construction and Metal Works

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Chattooga High School has earned industry certification in both its construction and metal works programs through the Georgia Department of Education, continuing a tradition of recognition for excellence in career and technical education.

January 16, 2026

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Chattooga Indians Football to Honor 2025 Team at Banquet on Jan. 21

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The Chattooga Indians football banquet is set for Wednesday, January 21 at 6:00 PM in the Chattooga High School cafeteria. Dinner will be served, with lasagna, salad, and drinks provided.

Parents and visitors are asked to bring dinner rolls/bread and desserts to help complete the meal.

The program is a chance for the community to come together and recognize and celebrate the 2025 team one final time.

December 10, 2025

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GHSA Sets 2026-28 Football Regions: Chattooga in 7-AA, Trion in 7-A

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The GHSA has finalized its classifications and region alignments for the 2026–2028 reclassification cycle, and that locks in the football region landscape for Chattooga and Trion for the next cycle.

November 24, 2025

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Chattooga High School Senior Kadin Fife Commits to Tennessee Volunteers

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Chattooga High School standout Kadin Fife, one of Georgia’s top rising defensive linemen, has announced his commitment to the University of Tennessee. Fife, a senior for the Indians, made his decision public on Friday, November 21st, marking a major milestone in his recruitment and adding to Tennessee’s growing pipeline of talent from Northwest Georgia.