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April 2, 2026

Chattooga High Student Earns State Recognition For Award-Winning Welding Sculpture

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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.

February 23, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Chattooga High School Shines at SkillsUSA Georgia State Conference, Bringing Home Multiple Gold Medals

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Chattooga High School students delivered a standout performance at the SkillsUSA Georgia State Leadership and Skills Conference (SLSC) 2026, held Thursday through Saturday of last week at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.