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Harris County School District (HCSD) is proud to recognize its outstanding Special Olympics student-athletes who brought home state titles in their respective sports following the Fall 2025 competition.

The Harris County School District (HCSD) proudly joins the statewide recognition of Georgia School Board Appreciation Week, taking place from March 10-14, 2025. This dedicated week honors the commitment and service of local school board members who play a crucial role in shaping the future of education.

Harris County High School (HCHS) proudly hosted the 2025 GHSA Region 3-AAAA Literary Competition on March 8, 2025, and emerged as the Region 3-AAAA Champions after an outstanding performance across multiple literary and fine arts categories.

The HCHS flag football team has been selected to compete in the prestigious Corky Kell + Dave Hunter Classic, one of Georgia’s most elite high school football showcases, in September 2025.

Spring FFA Fundraiser Plant Sale set for Sat., March 22. The public is invited.

Harris County High School (HCHS) students have once again demonstrated excellence at the SkillsUSA Georgia State Leadership and Skills Conference, including a three-time gold medal winner.

Attendees to Enjoy Lunch and Take Home a Handcrafted Student-Made Bowl

The Harris County School District’s (HCSD) H.O.P.E. Center is pleased to announce two upcoming Shopping Days to support families in need during the winter months. The first Spring 2025 event will be on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, the final event of a four-part series for the 24-25 school year.

Harris County High School (HCHS) proudly announces that Junior Riley Markert has been selected as a finalist in the Columbus State University (CSU) Go2Teach "Excellence in Teaching Competition" program.
 

State Grant and ESPLOST Dollars Improve Transportation for Special Needs Students

The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter at Harris County Carver Middle School (HCCMS) has once again demonstrated excellence, earning top placements at the FBLA State Leadership Conference and securing spots at the National competition in multiple events. It will be June 29-July 2, in Anaheim, Calif.

The Harris County School District’s (HCSD) award-winning Mobile Learning Lab calendar* has been set for March 2025.

The Harris County Public Library transformed into a vibrant gallery space on Feb. 6 as it hosted the opening reception for the countywide student art show. 

The public is invited to attend and/or show off their cars at the Harris County High School (HCHS) “County Cars and Handlebars Car Show” on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Spectators are admitted for free. Food truck on site for lunch and snacks!

Harris County High School (HCHS) will celebrate Black History Month with a special event highlighting the contributions of African Americans to the arts.

The Creekside Intermediate School Be THE Voice students recently scored a touchdown for kindness with their "SOUP-ER BOWL" Challenge, a spirited food drive aimed at helping those in need...and donated more than 1,000 items.

The Harris County High School (HCHS) Science Olympiad team made history this year with their first-ever appearance at the regional competition, earning multiple top placements in challenging STEM events.

UPDATED RAIN DATE County Jams Benefit Concert Announced; To Benefit HCHS CTAE Programs; Tickets are On Sale Now. Live Music, Great Food, and Family Fun Set for Saturday, March 22, 2025; Early Bird Ticket Price Ends March 21, 2025, Car Show Same Day

This collaborative effort aims to alleviate the financial burden on high school students, ensuring that prom remains an inclusive and memorable experience for all Harris County High School students.

Dr. Finney shared an update of the Harris County School District with the Chipley Woman's Club in Pine Mountain, Ga.

Harris County School District Seeks Input On 2026-2027 Academic Calendars; Input to be Collected through Feb. 28, 2025

New School Academic Record Set for Highest Grade Point Average as Harris County High School Honors Star Student, Salutatorian, and Valedictorian for the Class of 2025.

The Harris County School District’s (HCSD) H.O.P.E. Center is pleased to announce two upcoming Shopping Days to support families in need during the winter months.

Harris County High School (HCHS) recently received a significant boost to its CTAE (Career, Technical, and Agriculture Education) Automotive Program, thanks to a generous donation of two lab vehicles from Kia Georgia.

Park Elementary is now the home of a piece of space history. "Luna" the Loblolly Pine Tree, is now planted in the front of the school. This tree is special as its seed flew on the NASA Artemis 1 Mission to the moon.

HCHS Receives Donation for Science Olympiad from Kiwanis

February 2025 Mobile Learning Lab Schedule Announced

Details Announced for Pre-K Application, Sign Up Day, and Registration Process

Harris County High School’s (HCHS) Construction and Welding Team had an impressive showing at the 2024 SkillsUSA and Skills Challenges, securing 28 state qualifier spots for the upcoming state competition in February.

HCHS Graduate Ryan Gilbert has been selected as the recipient of the Construction Ready Graduate of the Year Champion Award. 

The Rotary Club of Harris County has recognized the Harris County High School Teachers of the Month for the Fall 2024 semester.

Rotary Club of Harris County Honors September through December 2024 Students of the Month

Icy roads keep schools closed on Friday, Jan. 24, 2025

Middle School shines at FBLA Regional Leadership Conference, qualifies for state competition

Icy weather closes roads; schools continue to be closed through Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.

Winter Weather Closes Schools for Jan. 22, 2025

Severe Cold Weather Closes Schools for Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025

Two teachers at Pine Ridge Elementary (PRE) School have been featured on a Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) podcast. The episode, titled "Integrated Curriculum in Shared Environment," highlights the school’s successful journey to achieving initial STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) certification, with a special focus on how the curriculum is designed to include all students, including those in our Special Education (SPED) program.

Newly Elected and Re-Elected Harris County Board of Education Members were Recently Sworn In to Office

Creekside Intermediate School’s Jr. Beta Club is thrilled to announce the launch of the "Be THE Voice" program, an inspiring initiative aimed at fostering kindness and inclusion among students.

Harris County High School (HCHS) junior Adyson Baker, a member of the prestigious 2024-2025 Youth Advisory Council (YAC) of the Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA), participated in the GSBA/GSSA Annual Conference held in early December in Atlanta.

School Nutrition is recruiting food assistants and substitute food assistants. 

New Mountain Hill Elementary Teacher Jessica Burns was recently awarded a $300 grant as part of the WRBL-TV News 3 “One Class at a Time” program.

Avian Baker, a teacher at Harris County High School, was recently awarded a $300 grant as part of the WRBL-TV News 3 “One Class at a Time” program.

The Harris County School District is proud to announce that four outstanding educators have been selected as the 2025 Teachers of the Year by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10558 in Cataula, Ga. These honorees were recognized for their excellence across all school levels and were celebrated at a special reception on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.

Congratulations to Santesia Ellison, an eight-year teaching veteran at Harris County High School, was honored with the Kinetic Credit Union Golden Apple Award, presented in partnership with WRBL News 3.

The Harris County School Board attended the annual Georgia School Boards Association (GSBA) conference in Atlanta, where they were honored with the 2024 Exemplary School Board award.

Jennifer Robinson, an “Education as a Profession” instructor and student teacher coordinator at Harris County High School (HCHS) in Hamilton, Ga., was presented with the WRBL Kinetic Credit Union Golden Apple Award.

Career Day provides ideas for future opportunities to students.

The Harris County School District (HCSD) invites stakeholders to attend public information meetings about House Bill 581 (HB581), also known as House Resolution 1022. Passed by state referendum on November 5, 2024, this legislative bill has important implications for the district. The meetings will provide details about HB581 and offer an opportunity for citizens to provide feedback on whether HCSD should opt-in or opt-out of its provisions.

Georgia Pre-K Week Celebrated with Coordinated Effort by Georgia DECAL, State Representatives Carmen Rice and Vance Smith, and Harris County School District

Superintendent Finney Shares Vision as the New Superintendent with Rotary

Wear Teal, Turquoise, and Purple on Friday, 9/13, to Raise Awareness for Suicide Prevention.

Community Support is Always So Appreciated

Encouraging Open Dialogue and Providing Families with the Tools Need to Support Children

For the first time, all K-3 parents will receive literacy screenings results as part of the new Georgia Literacy Act.

Come out for a great show and support the Harris County Tigers "Sound of the County" Marching Band.

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