With final tests completed and seniors having crossed the stage at graduation, the academic year came to a close for Hamilton County Schools on Thursday.
From launching new academic programs to receiving letter grades for the first time, the 2023-24 academic year was an eventful one for local schools. Here’s a look back at some of this year’s highlights, as well as what to keep an eye on this summer.
FACILITIES PLAN
More than a week into the school year, Hamilton County officials released a school facilities plan that aimed to tackle the nearly $1 billion of needed repairs across the district. After roughly five months of community meetings and lengthy discussions, the Hamilton County school board approved its final facilities plan in January.
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