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June 15, 2026

Summerville Middle And Trion Elementary Beat The Odds In State Academic Report

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The Governor’s Office of Student Achievement has released its annual “Beating the Odds” analysis, showing how schools in Chattooga County Schools and Trion City Schools performed compared to statistical expectations.

June 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

LMES Leadership Team Sets Goals for Year Ahead

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The leadership team at Leroy Massey Elementary School recently gathered at Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden for a planning meeting focused on the year ahead.

During the meeting, school leaders worked on setting a vision for the upcoming school year while also taking a close look at student achievement data. The goal was to establish meaningful instructional priorities designed to support student success and continued improvement.

School officials said the conversations centered on building on existing strengths, identifying areas for growth, and creating the best possible learning experiences for students.

Leroy Massey Elementary also thanked Shawn Keim and Mike Afdahl from NWRESA, along with Chattooga County Schools Chief Academic Officer Robert Beach, for their support and guidance throughout the process.

The school said the partnership helps LMES continue moving forward with purpose and excellence.

June 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Students Named To GNTC President’s And Dean’s Lists

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Several Chattooga County students have been recognized by Georgia Northwestern Technical College for academic achievement during the spring 2026 semester.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Early Head Start Accepting Applications For Upcoming School Year

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Families in Chattooga County are encouraged to apply now as Chattooga Early Head Start begins accepting applications for the upcoming school year.

June 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Students Named Gilman Scholars

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Three Berry College students have received Gilman Scholarships to support their study abroad programs in Japan, Spain and Costa Rica this summer.

June 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

GNTC Foundation Scholarship Application Period Now Open

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Students planning to attend Georgia Northwestern Technical College now have an opportunity to apply for scholarship assistance through the GNTC Foundation.

June 1, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Berry College Earns A+ Financial Health Rating From Forbes For Second Straight Year

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Berry College has once again received national recognition for its financial strength, earning an A+ rating in Forbes’ 2026 College Financial Grades.

May 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion High Senior Receives Standing Ovation At Graduation Amid ICE Detention

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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.

May 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga High School Releases 2026-2027 Parent And Family Engagement Plans

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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.

May 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Summerville Student Awarded $1,000 National Technical Honor Society Scholarship

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A Summerville resident pursuing her education at Georgia Northwestern Technical College has received a $1,000 scholarship from the National Technical Honor Society.