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Harris County School District (HCSD) is proud to announce its exceptional performance in the state’s College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) and Financial Efficiency Star Rating (FESR).

The Harris County School District’s (HCSD) award-winning Mobile Learning Lab (MLL) will again be on the move this June, continuing its mission of providing free educational support and internet access to the Harris County community.

Ages 0–18 Benefit from the Harris County School District's Seamless Summer Feeding Program; Meals Offered On-Site and via Weekly Pick-Up

The Harris County High School (HCHS) Girls Who Code team put their skills to the test on Friday, April 18, as they competed in Columbus State University’s (CSU) inaugural high school coding competition.

The Harris County School District (HCSD) is proud to announce its partnership with CareSource to offer the “Tar Wars” tobacco and vaping prevention program to all 3rd and 4th grade students in the district from May 12-15, 2025

The Harris County High School Army JROTC Color Guard had the honor of opening the annual Symphony on the Sand at Callaway Gardens, delivering a patriotic tribute to begin the evening’s festivities.

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

It is time to register children for the eSTARS25 Science Camp scheduled for this summer, which is sponsored by Harris County High School (HCHS). The one-week camp is designed to engage students in real world lessons through STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics)-based activities.

The Harris County School District (HCSD) will delay the start of school and all district operations by two hours today, Monday, April 7, 2025.

The HCSD has partnered with Valley Healthcare to provide mobile dental services to the students will at school.

Harris County High School’s 2025 Star Student Wins Region; Headed To State Competition

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

Aria Ellison, a seventh-grade student at Harris County Carver Middle School (HCCMS), has won the local 2025 Middle School Design a Bookmark Contest, sponsored by Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB).

Harris County High School’s (HCHS) Future Georgia Educators team celebrated a remarkable achievement at the Future Georgia Educators State Competition, sponsored by the Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE), which took place on Thursday, March 13, at Middle Georgia University in Macon, Ga.

Harris County High School (HCHS) is proud to announce that Junior Riley Markert has made history by winning first place in the Columbus State University (CSU) Go2Teach "Excellence in Teaching Competition," becoming the first HCHS student to earn this prestigious honor.

On Saturday, March 8, at the Annual Harris County Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Gala a Harris County School District (HCSD) leader was honored with the prestigious 2025 Community Spirit Award.

It sounds cliché but Saturday March 22nd will truly have something for everyone...car show, plant fair, art fundraiser that includes soup, and a concert (Early Bird prices end Friday, March 21)! And all of this benefits the students of Harris County High School. Please some out to support these events and bring people!

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.

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

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.

The Harris County School District’s (HCSD) award-winning Mobile Learning Lab calendar* has been set for December 2024.

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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