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July 17, 2026

Trion High School Work-Based Learning Meeting Scheduled For July 27

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Trion High School students participating in the Work-Based Learning program and their parents are reminded to attend a mandatory informational meeting later this month.

The meeting will be held Monday, July 27, at 6 p.m. in the Trion High School Media Center.

The meeting is required for all juniors and seniors enrolled in Work-Based Learning, along with a parent or guardian. School officials will review the Work-Based Learning program, discuss new state requirements and complete mandatory paperwork required for student participation.

Students enrolled in the program are also required to be on campus all day Thursday and Friday, July 30-31. School officials encourage students to notify their workplace supervisors of that requirement as soon as possible.

Anyone with questions is encouraged to contact Megan Mills at megan.mills@trionschools.org.

July 15, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Schools Release 2026-2027 School Supply Lists

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With the first day of school just a few weeks away, Chattooga County Schools has made school supply lists available to help families prepare for the start of the 2026-2027 school year.

July 14, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Back to School Bash Fully Stocked Ahead of Thursday Event

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Chattooga County Community Resource Center Director Maisha Ludy says the community has provided every item needed for this year’s Back to School Bash, several days before the event.

Ludy announced Monday that all requested school supplies and other needed items have been collected. She said that in six years of coordinating the event, the organization has never completed its supply collection this far in advance.

The annual Back to School Bash will be held Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Chattooga High School.

The event will include free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, community resources and other activities for local students and families.

Organizers remind parents and guardians that children must be present to receive a backpack and school supplies.

Ludy thanked residents, businesses and organizations across the county for their generosity and support, saying the early response reflects the strength of the Chattooga County community.

July 3, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Lyerly Fire Department Hosting Free Back-To-School Bash July 11

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The Lyerly Fire Department is inviting families from across Chattooga County to kick off the new school year at its annual Free Back-To-School Bash on Saturday, July 11.

The event will be held from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Lyerly Park and is designed to help students prepare for the upcoming school year while enjoying a day of family fun.

Children attending the event will receive free book bags and free school supplies while supplies last. Families can also enjoy free hot dogs, free icees, a waterslide, and a dunk tank, where participants will have the chance to dunk a firefighter.

The Lyerly Fire Department will also have one of its fire trucks on display, giving children an opportunity to get an up-close look at the equipment firefighters use to protect the community.

Organizers say the event is free and open to the public and encourages families to arrive early, as some giveaway items will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Back-To-School Bash has become a popular annual tradition, bringing together first responders, community volunteers, and local families while helping students start the school year with the supplies they need.

June 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Back To School Bash Organizers Seeking Donations, Volunteers Ahead Of July Event

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With just over one month remaining before the annual Back to School Bash, organizers are continuing efforts to collect school supplies and recruit volunteers to help local students prepare for the upcoming school year.

The event is scheduled for July 16, 2026, and organizers hope to serve 400 students by providing backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, and community resources.

According to organizers, donations received so far include 288 book bags, 350 erasers, 59 spiral notebooks, 96 pencil sharpeners, 50 pairs of scissors, 44 glue sticks, 24 highlighters, 40 pencils, and a variety of other school supplies. Despite the progress, additional donations are still needed to meet the goal of serving 400 students.

Several community organizations, agencies, businesses, and volunteers have already committed their support. Participants include Early Head Start, the Chattooga County Library, Atrium Health Chattooga, the Chattooga County Health Department, the Community Resource Center, the Cancer Coalition, the Summerville Recreation Department, and others.

Organizers have also secured four hairstylists who will provide free haircuts during the event, but they are seeking at least two additional stylists or barbers to assist.

Donations of school supplies, financial sponsorships, and volunteers are still being accepted. Anyone interested in helping may contact Maisha Ludy at 706-388-9849 or by email at maishaludy@gmail.com.

Organizers say community support will help ensure local students begin the new school year equipped with the tools and resources they need to succeed.

April 4, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Graduation Rates Strong In Trion, Steady Improvement Seen In Chattooga County As Ceremonies Approach

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Graduation season is just around the corner for students in Chattooga County and Trion City Schools, and recent data shows strong performance in Trion along with steady long-term improvement in the county system.

March 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Trion City Schools Releases 2026-2027 Academic Calendar

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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.

November 21, 2025

by WZQZ NEWS

Local Leaders Launch “I Matter” Project to Support Youth in Chattooga County

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A powerful new community effort has formed in Chattooga County after a heartbreaking weekend left families and friends grieving the loss of local youth. Instead of letting tragedy pass in silence, Coach Blaine Woody and Michael Farmer came together with a simple but urgent message: “This has to change.”