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.
A Summerville student was among six Georgia Northwestern Technical College students who represented the college at the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference held June 1-5 in Atlanta.
The Chattooga High School Welding Fabrication Team has earned a remarkable second-place finish at the SkillsUSA National Championships, representing the State of Georgia against the nation’s top career and technical education students.
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.
Chattooga High School has released the list of honor graduates for the Class of 2026, recognizing dozens of students for their academic achievement and dedication.
Those named as honor graduates include: Addie Veatch, Alexandria Dilbeck, Alexis Womack, Alliyah Farr, Benjamin Woods, Braxson Cook-Bevels, Brinley Thomas, Brock Cooper, Cadence Nuckolls, Cameryn Smith, Cooper Hampton, Demya Williams, Dixie Shelton, Donovan Collins, Elizabeth Laird, Ensley Carr, Grace Shirley, Hailey Morris, Haley Maddux, Hannah Hasty, Izabella Burdick, Kahlyn Helton, Kasen Elsberry, Kendal Zuniga, Leah Cochran, Leeanna Moseley, Lileah Braden, Madison Koonce, Mary Weedon, Mason Buchanan, Max Perez, Naomi Scruggs, Pedro Lopez, Riley Willis, Ruby Kilgore, Sky Burrage, and Zachary Hutcherson.
School officials say these students have demonstrated strong academic performance throughout their high school careers and are being recognized as they prepare to graduate later this spring.
The honor graduate designation highlights the commitment and hard work of students who have excelled in the classroom and maintained high academic standards.
Four Georgia Northwestern Technical College students have been recognized for their academic achievement, earning the prestigious Governor Nathan Deal Technical Education Scholarship.
Chattooga High School’s HOSA chapter is being recognized for earning Bronze Elite Chapter Status, a notable achievement that reflects the chapter’s hard work, leadership, and commitment to excellence. The honor highlights the success of the students, advisors, and school support system that have helped the organization continue to grow and stand out.
Members of the Chattooga County FFA program are being recognized for an impressive showing at the Georgia FFA Poultry Judging Competition, earning a 4th place finish in the state.
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.
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.