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November 9, 2026

Leadership Chattooga Students Visit Local Businesses And Organizations

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The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce’s 2027 Leadership Chattooga Student Edition recently completed a full day of activities focused on leadership and community involvement during its Industry Day.

October 21, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Eleven Chattooga County Students Head To National FFA Convention In Indianapolis

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Eleven students from Summerville Middle School and Chattooga High School are on their way to Indianapolis, Indiana, to attend the 99th National FFA Convention and Expo.

The students will join thousands of FFA members from across the country for the annual event, which begins Wednesday, October 21, and continues through Saturday, October 24.

The National FFA Organization expects more than 70,000 students, agricultural educators, advisors and supporters to attend this year’s convention.

The four-day event will feature leadership workshops, educational sessions, agricultural career exhibits, competitions and opportunities for students to connect with fellow FFA members from across the United States.

Students will also have opportunities to explore more than 350 career paths in agriculture and related industries through the National FFA Expo.

The convention is one of the largest annual gatherings of agricultural education students in the country, providing opportunities to develop leadership skills, learn about agricultural careers and celebrate achievements in FFA programs.

The eleven students representing Summerville Middle School and Chattooga High School will have an opportunity to bring new experiences and ideas back to their local FFA chapters.

October 4, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Four Northwest Georgia Students Selected For State Superintendent’s Advisory Council

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Georgia students outperform national average on ACT

Four students representing the Northwest Georgia RESA region have been selected to serve on State School Superintendent Richard Woods’ 2026-2027 Student Advisory Council, giving students from the region a direct voice in discussions about public education in Georgia.

September 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Wednesday Deadline For Georgia Students To Apply For U.S. Senate Youth Program

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Eligible high school students in Chattooga County have until 5 PM today to apply for a program that could send them to Washington, D.C., and provide a $12,500 college scholarship.

August 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Registration Opens For Berry College’s 2026 Mountain Day Weekend

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One of Northwest Georgia’s longest-running college traditions returns this fall as Berry College prepares to welcome generations of Vikings back to campus for Mountain Day Weekend, October 2-4, 2026.

August 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Chamber Launches 2026-2027 FLEX Program For Student Entrepreneurs

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The Chattooga County Chamber of Commerce is preparing to launch the 2026-2027 Georgia FLEX program, giving local high school students an opportunity to develop entrepreneurial and leadership skills through hands-on experience and community involvement.

April 5, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga High School HOSA Earns Bronze Elite Chapter Status

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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.

March 28, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga And Summerville Students Team Up To Mentor Leroy Massey Elementary Through Ag Education

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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.

March 20, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Local FFA Chapters Raise Nearly $2,000 for Animal Shelter During Day of Service

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Students from across Chattooga County came together for a day of service, raising nearly $2,000 to support the local animal shelter while also volunteering their time.

March 16, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Summerville Middle School Students Visit Oakview Residents for Morning of Games, Stories and Service

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A group of Summerville Middle School boys spent part of their morning last week at Oakview Health and Rehabilitation, visiting with residents during the facility’s monthly men’s social and creating meaningful connections through games, conversation, and shared activities.