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September 27, 2026

Chattooga Family Connection Sets Holiday Event Dates And Donation Deadlines

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Chattooga Family Connection has announced details for its upcoming Thanksgiving event while also setting a deadline for its already active Christmas Stuff a Stocking Donation Drive.

September 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion Schools Enrollment Tops 1,200 As Board Approves Budget Amendments And Capital Project Application

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The Trion Board of Education handled several financial and planning matters during its September meeting, while also receiving an enrollment report showing 1,222 students currently attending Trion City Schools.

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Helps Develop National Education Playbook Focused On Better Student Outcomes

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Georgia is one of just eight states that helped develop and test a new national education framework designed to help states determine which programs are working and where education resources can have the greatest impact on students.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion City Schools Offers Wide Range Of Student Support Services

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For students at Trion City Schools, education involves more than classroom instruction, with the school system maintaining a variety of programs designed to provide additional help to students with different educational needs.

September 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Board Of Education Meeting Set For Thursday

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The Chattooga County Board of Education will hold its regular September meeting later this week.

The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, from 6 until 8 PM at the Chattooga County Education Center, 206 Penn Street in Summerville.

Under the school system’s 2026-2027 meeting schedule, the Board of Education normally meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 PM, with exceptions during October, February and April.

The September meeting comes as the school system moves further into the 2026-2027 academic year.

The school board is currently chaired by Lori Brady, with Tiffany Lawrence serving as vice-chair. Other members are Chad Dodd, Bonnie Fletcher and Derrick Eckroat. Dr. Michelle Helie serves as superintendent of Chattooga County Schools.

Thursday’s meeting is open to the public. The school system also provides a formal process for members of the public who wish to participate in board meetings.

The Chattooga County Board of Education September meeting begins at 6 PM Thursday at the Chattooga County Education Center on Penn Street in Summerville.

August 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Family Connection Helps Local Schools Meet Student Hygiene Needs

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Chattooga Family Connection is helping local schools address an often-overlooked need among students — access to basic hygiene items.

August 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools To Release Students Early August 27-28 For Fair Traffic

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All Chattooga County Schools will dismiss students early on Thursday, August 27, and Friday, August 28, as preparations get underway for events surrounding the Chattooga County Fair.

Students across the school system will be released at 1:30 p.m. on both days. The adjusted schedule is intended to help clear traffic from the area around Summerville Middle School ahead of fair activities.

School officials say lunch will be served as usual before students are dismissed.

All scheduled after-school activities and programs will continue as planned, despite the early dismissal.

Parents and guardians who have questions about the schedule or need additional information should contact their child’s school.

The early release schedule applies to all Chattooga County Schools on Thursday, August 27, and Friday, August 28.

August 10, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Elementary Hosting Study Cade Golf Tournament Fundraiser For Eighth-Grade Trip

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Lyerly Elementary School is inviting golfers and community supporters to take part in an upcoming golf tournament fundraiser benefiting the school’s eighth-grade trip.

The Study Cade Golf Tournament Fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, at Little Mole Run Golf Course in Mentone, Alabama.

The tournament will begin at 9 a.m. Eastern Time, 8 a.m. Central Time.

Organizers say registration is now open, and individuals and businesses interested in supporting the fundraiser can participate by registering a team or individual golfer or by sponsoring a hole.

Those interested in registering or becoming a sponsor are asked to contact Zach White at zwhite@chattooga.k12.ga.us.

Payments can be made at Lyerly School or mailed to 150 Oak Hill Road, Lyerly, GA 30730.

The fundraiser is being organized to help support the school’s upcoming eighth-grade trip.

Little Mole Run Golf Course is located at 741 County Road 647 in Mentone, Alabama.

Organizers are encouraging area golfers, businesses and community members to come out and support Lyerly Elementary students while enjoying a morning on the golf course.

July 11, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Southeast First National Bank Donates To Chattooga County School Athletic Programs

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Southeast First National Bank has made a donation to support athletic programs throughout the Chattooga County School System.

The contribution was presented by Suzanne Hurley-Bowman and Barry Hurley of Southeast First National Bank to Chattooga County School System Superintendent Dr. Michelle Helie and Chief Academic Officer Robert Beach.

Barry Hurley said the bank remains committed to supporting local schools and organizations that serve the community and its young people.

“We are proud that over the years we have been able to support our school systems and other entities that serve the citizens and youth of our community,” Hurley said.

School officials expressed their appreciation for the contribution, noting that partnerships with local businesses help strengthen athletic opportunities and provide additional support for student-athletes across the Chattooga County School System.

June 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

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.