Berry College has once again received national recognition for its financial strength, earning an A+ rating in Forbes’ 2026 College Financial Grades.
As discussions about immigration policy continue across Chattooga County, Trion High School senior Elder Aguilar-Macario received a standing ovation Friday night during Trion High School’s graduation ceremony — despite being absent because he remains in ICE custody.
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.
A Summerville resident pursuing her education at Georgia Northwestern Technical College has received a $1,000 scholarship from the National Technical Honor Society.
Summerville Montessori School will celebrate the end of the school year with a community parade on Thursday, May 21 beginning at 5 p.m.
Organizers say the parade will travel from Chattooga High School to Summerville Montessori School as students, families, and community members come together to celebrate the accomplishments of students throughout the year.
School officials are also extending a special invitation to any high school graduate who previously attended Summerville Montessori to serve as grand marshals for the parade. Graduates interested in participating are asked to arrive at Chattooga High School by 4:30 p.m. to line up before the parade begins.
Community members are encouraged to line the parade route and help celebrate local seniors and Montessori students during the event.
Organizers say the parade is intended to honor the hard work and achievements of students while bringing the community together for an evening celebration.
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.
A Trion High School senior who was expected to graduate in just a few weeks is now in ICE custody following a traffic stop in Walker County.
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.
Jefferson’s Restaurant in Summerville has announced Briana Carmon, Agriculture teacher at Summerville Middle School, as the 2026 Jefferson’s Summerville Teacher of the Year.
Chick-fil-A Chairman and Berry College Trustee Emeritus Dan Cathy will serve as the speaker for Berry College’s Class of 2026 Commencement Celebration on Saturday, May 9th, at Valhalla Stadium.
Berry College will celebrate approximately 545 undergraduate graduates beginning at 9:00 a.m. The Class of 2026 represents 47 academic majors and includes students from 31 states.
Gates will open at 8:00 a.m., with early entry beginning at 7:30 a.m. for guests who need special assistance. Due to current lane closures on Highway 27, guests are encouraged to enter campus through the back entrance at 221 Legacy Drive Northwest.
Cathy served on the Berry College Board of Trustees from 2001 to 2016. He is chairman of Chick-fil-A, the Atlanta-based restaurant chain founded in 1946 by his father, S. Truett Cathy.
Cathy is also the founder and chief visionary at Trilith, a major film and entertainment community in Fayette County that includes one of the largest purpose-built movie studios in North America.
Berry graduate students will receive their degrees during a separate commencement ceremony on Friday, May 8th, at the College Chapel. A Baccalaureate Service honoring graduating seniors will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6th, also at the chapel.