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We are thrilled to celebrate Erin Smith and Melissa Rowe, who have been named Georgia Science Teachers Association (GSTA) Science Teachers of the Year at the elementary and high school levels! This prestigious honor recognizes educators who demonstrate exceptional excellence in science instruction and a strong commitment to advancing science education.

Erin and Melissa’s dedication, instructional leadership, and passion for engaging students in meaningful science learning truly set them apart. Their recognition highlights the high-quality science instruction delivered across our Chattooga County School District program every day.

The GSTA Teacher of the Year Award honors distinguished educators with a proven record of excellence and impact on student learning. Award recipients receive a $1,500 honorarium and complimentary registration to the GSTA Annual Conference.

Please join us in congratulating Erin Smith and Melissa Rowe on this outstanding and well-deserved achievement. We are incredibly proud of our science teachers and grateful for the collective efforts that continue to elevate science education in Chattooga County!

Chattooga County School District is offering families free a resource designed to help keep children safer online. Parents can sign up to receive monthly content, technology trends, parental control tips, and guidance for healthy digital discussions. This free resource provides tools and support to help families navigate today’s digital world with confidence.

Chattooga County Schools is excited to announce three key initiatives for the upcoming school year, designed to support the well-being and success of every student in our district:

1. Promoting Healthy Eating
2. Encouraging Regular School Attendance
3. Literacy: The Key to Lifelong Learning

CCSD to Offer Free Meals to All Students for 2025–2026

Chattooga County School District will offer FREE breakfast and lunch to all students for the 2025–2026 school year. Providing healthy meals at no cost helps ensure that all students are ready to learn and thrive each day.

This is made possible through CCSD’s participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), a program supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. Thanks to CEP, families do not need to complete a meal application.

It is with great pride and excitement that I welcome you to the Chattooga County School District for the 2025–2026 school year.

As your superintendent, I am honored to lead a district known for its strong sense of community, rich traditions, and commitment to excellence. Our mission is to provide a high-quality education in a supportive environment—one that inspires academic success and fosters student engagement through the fine arts, CTAE programs, athletics, and community involvement.