Hamilton County Schools
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Hamilton County program for teachers of color questioned
A Hamilton County school board member is questioning the district's mentorship programs for teachers of color.
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Hamilton County school board clashes over budget reductions
In a contentious meeting Wednesday night, Hamilton County school board members raised their voices while debating where to make cuts as the district faces an up-to-$18.5 million budget deficit for next school year.
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Commission talks sales tax vote for Hamilton County Schools
Hamilton County residents might soon be asked whether they would pay a higher sales tax if the new revenue supported local public schools.
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Hamilton County educators defend jobs facing possible cuts
A sixth grader who lives in a motel. Three eighth graders who were victims of bullying. Seventh grade siblings whose family ran out of food a few days ago. A sixth grader having a panic attack. A seventh grader whose mom died a week ago.
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Joint school board, Hamilton County Commission meeting postponed
A joint meeting Monday between the Hamilton County Commission and Board of Education has been postponed, according to a news release.
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New principals appointed at three Hamilton County schools
Hamilton County Schools announced three new principal assignments for the 2025-26 academic year.
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Hamilton County Schools expands centralized hubs for career and technical education
Hamilton County Schools is increasing its number of future ready centers, a centralized hub where multiple schools send students to learn skills for a variety of career fields.
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Amid tight budget, Hamilton County school board talks value of deputy, community superintendent positions
As Hamilton County Schools faces a budget deficit, some board members are questioning the need for certain top district officials, while others said the narrative around cuts will cause division.
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Hamilton County Board of Education denies two new charter school applications
The Hamilton County school board denied two new charter school applications, citing concerns around financial viability and a lack of confidence the schools would operate effectively.
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WATCH | Hamilton County Board of Education opposes bill allowing schools to deny unauthorized immigrants a free education
The Hamilton County school board passed a resolution Thursday opposing a bill that would allow Tennessee schools to deny unauthorized immigrants a free education.
