A major education bill aimed at improving reading skills across Georgia has become one of the biggest political fights at the State Capitol as lawmakers head into the final days of the legislative session.
Chattooga High School and Summerville Middle School agricultural education students recently joined forces to mentor students at Leroy Massey Elementary School through a hands-on agricultural education initiative.
Georgia Northwestern Technical College has named Rihanna Davis of LaFayette as its 2026 Dual Enrollment Student of the Year.
The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce will hold its Leadership Chattooga Student Edition Graduation Luncheon on Wednesday, April 1.
For April, the Chamber’s regular luncheon meeting is being moved to Wednesday to celebrate the student graduation event. The public is invited to attend the catered lunch, but seating is limited and reservations are required.
Reservations must be made by 5 p.m. on Monday, March 30. See the Chattooga Chamber website or Facebook page for more information about reservations.
The luncheon will be held from 12 noon until 1 p.m. at the Hurley Community Development Center, located at 10050 Commerce Street in Summerville.
A teacher at Rome Middle School was arrested Monday on a felony charge of possession of a Schedule I controlled substance after police say she was found with a THC vape.
Trion High School is reminding families that April 1 is the last day to submit 2026-2027 enrollment forms and tuition.
Chattooga High School is recognizing senior Kasen Elsberry after he was named a recipient of the Dolores Hardison-Hayes Spirit Award.
School officials said Elsberry, who participates in the school’s Work-Based Learning program, was nominated by Work-Based Learning Coordinator Lisa Hughes for his dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to success both inside and outside the classroom.
The Dolores Hardison-Hayes Spirit Award honors outstanding work-based learning students who reflect the mission of connecting students, schools, and businesses to help build a strong and skilled workforce. Kasen is one of only three students selected to receive the honor.
One of the three award recipients will ultimately be chosen to receive a $5,000 scholarship. Chattooga High School said it is proud of Elsberry’s accomplishment and wished him the best as the final scholarship announcement approaches.
Trion City Schools has released its 2026-2027 school calendar, outlining key dates for students, parents, and staff for the upcoming academic year.
The school year will begin on July 30, 2026, following pre-planning for teachers scheduled July 27-29. The calendar includes several scheduled breaks, including Fall Break October 5-9, Thanksgiving Break November 23-27, and Christmas Break December 21 through January 1, with students returning on January 5.
Spring semester highlights include Spring Break April 5-9 and multiple professional learning and student holiday dates throughout the year. Early release days are scheduled for December 17-18, 2026, and May 19-20, 2027.
The last day of school is set for May 20, 2027, with graduation scheduled for May 21, 2027.
School officials encourage families to review the full calendar and plan ahead for holidays, breaks, and important academic dates.
Young entrepreneurs in Chattooga County are being recognized for their innovation and hard work through the Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce’s FLEX program.
Enrollment is now open for students currently enrolled in Trion City Schools, including those attending Trion Elementary School, with families encouraged to complete the process by April 1st.
School officials say students in grades K through 11 must complete enrollment through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. The process includes submitting required information and proof of residency, along with payment of enrollment fees.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to complete enrollment as soon as possible to ensure a smooth start for the upcoming school year. For more information, families can visit the Trion Elementary School website or contact the school directly.