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Hamilton County Superintendent backs Tennessee bill to cut benchmark tests for students
7+ hour, 10+ min ago (295+ words) HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. " Some Tennessee public school students may soon take less benchmark tests under a bill making its way through the state General Assembly. The Superintendent for Hamilton County Schools testified in support of the legislation Wednesday. If passed,…...
Tennessee House panel advances voucher expansion as lawmakers clash over who benefits
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (355+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. " A sharp divide over who school vouchers actually help took center stage in Nashville Tuesday, as Tennessee lawmakers advanced a major expansion of the program. The House Education Committee voted 11-9 to move forward a bill that would increase…...
Elizabeth Culwell of North Hamilton County Elementary: Educator of the Week for March 16th
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (57+ words) This week we recognize Elizabeth Culwell, an Art teacher at North Hamilton County Elementary. Ms. Culwell leads an after-school Art Club each year. She truly inspires all of her students to explore their creative side. Congratulations Elizabeth Culwell, our Educator…...
Tennessee bill will require schools to report students’ citizenship status to state
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (209+ words) HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. " A bill that has now passed through the Tennessee General Assembly is causing some controversy. The legislation requires schools to compile documentation about the legal status of their students and send it to the state. But the…...
Schools to delay start by 2 hours due to severe weather Monday
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (65+ words) Several school systems in our area have planned to delay the school day by two hours Monday due to the overnight and early morning severe weather. In Tennessee, the following school systems will be delayed by two hours: Hamilton County…...
Hamilton County School Board weighs club rule change as students warn of confusion
6+ day, 10+ hour ago (170+ words) HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. " The Hamilton County School Board is considering proposed changes to district policy on who can give the final nod of approval should students want to form clubs. Some students spoke at Thursday's meeting to share their concerns…...
Cessna donation gives students in Georgia a hands-on lift
6+ day, 18+ hour ago (313+ words) A generous, anonymous donor from Dalton recently gave Georgia Northwestern Technical College a Cessna 401-A, a gift that program leaders say will let students work on a real aircraft as they train for high-demand aviation careers. The two-year aviation maintenance…...
Controversial Tennessee school voucher expansion clears House subcommittee
1+ week, 1+ day ago (267+ words) NASHVILLE, Tenn. " Tennessee lawmakers moved one step closer to expanding school vouchers across the state. On Tuesday, a House subcommittee approved HB2532, a bill that would expand Tennessee's Education Freedom Scholarship program, sending the proposal forward in the legislative process. The…...
Adam Miller of East Hamilton Middle School: Educator of the Week for March 9th
1+ week, 1+ day ago (60+ words) This week we recognize Adam Miller, the Band Director at East Hamilton Middle School. Mr. Miller teaches and mentors over 140 band students. He is a true role model, and works hard to create memorable experiences beyond the classroom. Congratulations, Adam…...
Spring Break 2026: Treasure Coast & Palm Beach dates, camps and activities
1+ week, 4+ day ago (28+ words) Spring Break 2026: Treasure Coast & Palm Beach dates, camps and activities'WTVC Spring Break 2026: Treasure Coast & Palm Beach dates, camps and activities by CBS12 News Staff...