Welcome to the Hamilton County Department of Education where over 44,500 students are receiving a world-class education.
We believe in success for all students and are dedicated to helping all students succeed to their highest potential. Every effort invests in the future of our children, our community and our future.
Hamilton County is proud to have tremendous support from the community with great partnerships from local foundations, the business community, parents, PTA and local government.
These investments provide Hamilton County students with the tools, resources and skills they need to succeed in the global economy.
An efficient, effective and high performing public education system provides the backbone for a high quality of life and productive environment for a thriving community.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee management of school system
- Exercise authority over personnel decisions (hiring/firing)
- Recommend policies to School Board for approval
- Implement vision/mission of school system
- Oversee Communications
- Reports to School Board.
Come join us as we move our students toward excellence!
More Information
Contact Information:
Superintendent’s Office
Hamilton County Schools
3074 Hickory Valley Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Dr. Justin Robertson
Superintendent
Office: (423) 498-7044
Shirley McCallie
Superintendent’s Executive Assistant
Office: (423) 498-7044
Dorothy A. Morton
Central Office Receptionist
Office: (423) 498-7042
Department Fax: (423) 498-6694
We welcome you to watch the Hamilton County Schools State of the System which was held on February 25, 2025. Celebrate with us as we reflect on our first year of Opportunity 2030, celebrating milestones in academic achievement, excellence in schools, and student success. We remain dedicated to our core values and are thrilled to share our progress with you, as well as our community and district aspirations for the future.