Chapel Hill High School

DCSS Registration is NOW OPEN for All Grade Levels! Secure your child’s spot today to avoid delays in starting the new school year. To guarantee a smooth, on-time start on the first day of school, please complete registration by July 20 for students new to Douglas County Schools. Don’t wait—register now and set your student up for success! Visit https://www.dcssga.org/page/registration for more information.

Join us in giving a warm Chapel Hill welcome to our new teachers!
We’re so excited to have them on our team for an amazing school year ahead. Let’s show them what Panther Pride is all about!

Courtney Coombs is the newest member of our Math Department.
Stuart Brady is joining our Special Education team.

Welcome to the Panther family, Mr. Coombs and Mr. Brady!

Join us in welcoming our new teachers to Chapel Hill! 🐾
We’re thrilled to introduce the newest members of our Panther family. Let’s give them a big Chapel Hill welcome as they begin an exciting school year with us!

Jordan Carney and Elaine Berg are joining our Science team

Join us in giving a warm Chapel Hill welcome to our new teachers! We’re so excited to have them on board for an amazing school year ahead!

Brendan King and Levviticus Smith are joining our Social Studies department

Join us in welcoming our new teachers to Chapel Hill! 🐾
We’re excited to introduce the newest members of our Panther family. Let’s show them a warm welcome as they begin an amazing school year with us!

Aquarius Cain and Ashlyn Stodghill are joining our Science Department

Students and families are invited to the Chapel Hill BACK TO SCHOOL BASH on Friday, July 25. Students will be able to pick up schedules, reserve parking passes, pay Chromebook fees, and much more! Schedule 11:30 am to 1:30 pm Juniors & Seniors 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Freshmen & Sophomores The CHHS Marching Panthers will perform at 12:30 and 2:30! Sankofa and Hermanas food trucks will be on site for those wishing to purchase food.

Chapel Hill High School Graduation Highlights https://youtu.be/fTFnwHm8zNM?si=e7NF-99QsLBmwwE7

Chapel Hill High School cadet Marlon Cruz-Johnson has once again put on an outstanding performance at the Navy JROTC Orienteering Nationals. Cruz-Johnson, a cadet from Chapel Hill's NJROTC program, recently achieved an impressive eighth-place finish. The competition, held in March at Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham, Alabama, brought together the top 100 cadets from across the country. This marks Cruz-Johnson's second consecutive year representing Chapel Hill at the national level. Cruz-Johnson competed as an advanced runner and outperformed over 2,500 advanced runners in his category nationwide. Orienteering challenges athletes to navigate 4-5 kilometer courses through unfamiliar terrain, requiring both exceptional physical endurance and precise navigational skills. Competitors must locate control points using only a map and compass while racing against the clock. The Douglas County School System celebrates Cruz-Johnson for his accomplishment and for representing Chapel Hill High School’s NJROTC unit at the national level.

Chapel Hill High School students recently returned home after an educational journey through the United Kingdom that brought their classroom studies to life through firsthand experiences. The scholars traveled to several of the UK's most treasured cultural and historical destinations. They walked the historic grounds of Oxford University, immersed themselves in the literary heritage of Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, and explored the ancient streets and castle of Edinburgh, Scotland. During their time in London, students visited iconic landmarks, including Buckingham Palace and the bustling Piccadilly Circus, giving them a taste of historical and contemporary British culture. The educational tour gave students valuable international exposure while creating lasting memories and deepening their understanding of British history and culture. Group leader Holly Morton emphasized the educational value of the experience: "This trip offered our students a real-world opportunity to connect with the history, literature, and global culture that they've studied in class. We had a wonderful time seeing the United Kingdom together, and I know that the memories and lessons we took away will last our students a lifetime."

Student-athletes from Chapel Hill High School recently participated in the nation's largest reading celebration—National Read Across America Week. These young men visited Factory Shoals Middle School, which created a unique opportunity for the middle school students to interact with older scholars, who share their passion for sports and education. FSMS media specialist Katrina Barnett expressed her gratitude for the visit, calling it “a memorable and impactful experience for both the students and athletes.”

The Douglas County School System is excited to announce a special partnership with Peru to provide essential school supplies for Peruvian students. Chapel Hill High School has been asked to collect: Crayons Pens Notebooks We would appreciate your support in reaching our goal and making a difference in the lives of students in need. Donations may be sent to school with your student or dropped off in the designated collection bin in the College & Career Center. Let’s work together to make this initiative a success! Thank you for your generosity and support!

Lady Panthers Rally Behind Seniors in Quest for State Playoff Spot Chapel Hill girls soccer coach Shatyriah Crawford and her team are excited about a potential playoff run in 2025. Crawford is in her fifth year at Chapel Hill and said offense will be a strength for the Lady Panthers this year. The coach spotlighted four key players at the recent Spring Sports Media Day: • Faryn Algarin, senior, center back • Leah McLain, senior, midfield • Delaney Jones, junior, midfield • Amani Franks, junior, right back

Douglas County Schools will host our 2025 Special Olympics on April 2nd at New Manchester HS. Opening ceremonies will begin at 9 am. Order your shirt today and support our Olympians! https://5il.co/38n2i

Chapel Hill SGA Presents: Black History Month Spirit Days! Join us in celebrating Black excellence, culture, and history with themed Spirit Days! Show your pride and participate in these fun dress-up days: Tuesday, February 25 - BLACK EXCELLENCE - Wear Justice and Equality pins, provided by SGA officers Wednesday, February 26 - COLORS OF UNITY - Wear red, green, and/or black clothes and accessories Thursday, February 27 - MELANIN MANIA - Wear NEUTRAL colors Friday, February 28 - WEAR YOUR HISTORY - Throwback to represent your heritage or dress as a famous Civil Rights leader Spread the word and show your spirit! Tag us in your pictures using #CHHSBlackHistoryMonth

Black History Month Trivia Contest As we prepare to celebrate Black History Month, we’re excited to announce that we will host our daily Black History Month trivia throughout February. During announcements, we will feature a brief profile and a trivia question each morning. The first student to submit the correct answer will be recognized during the afternoon announcements and will receive a prize! Click here to participate!

Congratulations to the Boys and Girls Panther Swim Teams for an incredible performance, securing 1st place at the County Swim Meet! Your dedication, teamwork, and hard work have truly paid off. A special shoutout to Josh Wilkinson, Blake Ferdinand, Christopher James, and Matias Navarro for setting a new county record in the 200 IM relay, and to Blake Ferdinand for breaking the county record in the 50 freestyle! What an amazing achievement! Let’s keep the momentum going—cheer on our Panthers as they continue to make waves! Help us cheer on our state qualifiers who will compete at Georgia Tech on February 7th and 8th!

Chapel Hill Speech and Debate Trio Qualifies for State Championships Three Chapel Hill High School Speech and Debate members have qualified for next month’s Georgia Forensic Coaches Association Varsity State Championships in Carrollton. Claire Craton qualified in Original Oratory, while Alyssa Blacknall and Christian Simmons earned their spot in Public Forum Debate after dominating at the Peach State Classic in November. Craton, who qualified for nationals last year, placed second in her category, and Blacknall and Simmons went undefeated in six rounds, finishing first in debate. “These three students exemplify what it means to be dedicated, hardworking, and passionate about their craft,” said CHHS Magnet Coordinator and Speech and Debate Coach Kenya Taylor. “Their countless hours of research, practice, and preparation have paid off in incredible ways.” “Beyond their accomplishments as students and team members, they are amazing people, and I am very proud of the young adults they are becoming,” Taylor said.

NORMAL SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2025: The Douglas County School System will resume normal operations tomorrow, January 22, 2025. All students and staff are expected to report to their campuses at their normal times. El Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas reanudará sus operaciones normales mañana, 22 de enero de 2025. Se espera que todos los estudiantes y el personal se presenten en sus campus a las horas normales.

DCSS Schools Closed Tuesday: Due to the State of Emergency declared for Winter Weather, the Douglas County School System will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Escuelas del DCSS cerradas el martes: Debido al estado de emergencia declarado para el clima invernal, el Sistema Escolar del Condado de Douglas estará cerrado mañana, martes 21 de enero del 2025.