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Celebrations
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Congratulations to our high school wrestling team for wrapping up a record-setting season at the individual wrestling state championships! Signal came in 2nd as a team and had 3 individual champions! Ian McCallie (126lbs), JoJo Uhorchuk (132lbs), and Christian Davis (144lbs) were all crowned STATE CHAMPIONS! McCallie became Signal’s second 8th grade champ in school history, and won a weight class with two former state champs and a state runner-up. Davis dethroned the defending state champion en route to his title. Uhorchuk’s championship capped off the most decorated high school career in Tennessee high school wrestling history. He was also voted the tournament’s most outstanding wrestler! Phillip Steelman entered the season as a first-year starter and had one of the most impressive runs for an Eagle wrestler in recent memory to finish 2nd in the state at 106lbs. Luke Higdon (113lbs) finished 4th and will graduate as one of the program’s few 4x state placers and in the top 5 for most individual victories in school history. Oliver Green (120lbs), Mason Tate (190lbs) and Zander Moody (215lbs) each placed 5th in the state. Brenden Sanko (150lbs) and Hunter Poe (132lbs) both fell just short of the podium but were of the final 8 wrestlers in their respective weight classes!
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Congratulations to our SMMHS students who competed in the Perennial Math Competition! Signal represented 21 of the 350 students and 4 of the 84 teams from 19 different schools competing across grades 3-8! SMMHS added 15 qualifiers for the National Championships and 25 medals awarded by placing top 3 as individuals and/or team! 1st place team in 6th grade- Matthieu Drevet, Eli Hammargren, Eric Xue, Sam Dunkin, and Luke Susong. 1st place team in 7th grade- Max Dunkin, Caleb Yehnert, Kallisti Callaghan, Reed Marsden, and Anne Hamilton. 1st place team in 8th grade- Blevin Johnson, Joy Wang, Shivani Iyer, Barrett Ashton, Lydia Welch.
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Congratulations to everyone who helped make our annual middle school Valentine’s Bash a huge success! We had a record number of students attend! As part of the tradition, students vote on the Kindest Boy & Girl in each class during Kindness Week to be crowned at the Bash. Congratulations to the winners: 6th grade Prince/Princess: Reese McGuire and Kathryn Filar, 7th grade Prince/Princess: Blaine Barton and Harlow Holland, 8th grade King/ Queen: Landon Gohl and Lily Rose Hailey! And the Best Dressed awards went to Wilson Harris & Brynley Lewis!
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Congratulations to SMMHS for receiving the 2025-2026 National Beta School of Merit Status! Since we now have members in the National Beta Club from grades 6-12, we have officially earned this status!
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Congratulations to our SMMHS students who participated in the National History Day competition! Both teams medaled in 3rd place in their categories. They are both alternates for the state competition in April! For Exhibit- Hrushill Beri, Duncan Ross, Alex Lofurno – 10th grade, For Performance- Carly Spadafora, Aubrey Wettstaedt – 10th, And Mallie Brown – 11th!
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Congratulations to the Signal Mountain Mock Trial Team! The SMHS Black Team won both Round 1 trials — Sophia Chemin earned Best Attorney in the first trial; Aidan Castellanet was Best Attorney and Mia Sabatini was Best Witness in the second. The SMHS Red Team won their second trial (Ioan Davis — Best Attorney; Sophie Stroer — Best Witness). Best of luck to the team in Round 2!
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Congratulations to all of our students, staff, and community members who participated in the Special Olympics Polar Plunge! SMMHS earned the award for most money raised! Every dollar raised helps provide uniforms, coaching, equipment, and events—ensuring athletes can compete, grow, and shine both on and off the field. Many of our teachers and students took the plunge, and even our school board representative Mr. Daugherty joined in the action! Thank you to everyone who donated and participated!
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Congratulations to our high school boys basketball team for their 58-47 over East Ridge in the district playoffs. The team will play this week for a chance to win the district championship!
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Congratulations to our high school flag football team for kicking off their season at the Daverson Memorial Jamboree, honoring former SM coach Patrick Daverson. It was a beautiful weather day and also his birthday which made it all the more special. The Lady Eagles won the first half 16-0 against Brainerd and the second half 24-0 against CGLA!
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Congratulations to Arshia Panicker and Adalyn Gee for their performance with the Chattanooga Symphony under the direction of prize-winning conductor Ilya Ram and CSO Associate Conductor Ismael Sandoval!
Information and Updates
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Parent Teacher Conferences are on Tuesday, February 24th from 3:30pm – 7:00pm. Teachers are reaching out now to set up conferences, so if you would like to schedule your own conference, please contact your student’s teachers today!
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A reminder that SMMHS follows the HCS electronic device policy prohibiting the use of personal electronic devices during the school day. This includes the use of cell phones and personal computers. Students should keep any personal devices turned off and stored in a bag or their locker throughout the day.
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Applications for the yearbook staff 26/27 are now open. If you are interested in digital design, photography, and journalism, join our staff! Please check Managebac for the link to the online application or see Mrs. Draper. Applications will be accepted until March 9, 2026.
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An important reminder students prepare for prom. As noted in our student handbook- All juniors and seniors will be invited to the SMHS prom in the spring. Students who do not attend SMHS must be enrolled in either a high school or post-secondary program and must provide documentation that they are in good disciplinary standing at their current placement. 10th grade students who attend SMHS as a guest must go through the guest form approval process. Students enrolled in a post-secondary program must attach a class schedule or registration on official letterhead. Guests who do not attend SMHS will be required to show an ID for admittance. No one over the age of 20 will be allowed to attend. When prom is on a Friday, all SMHS students must attend a half-day in the morning in order to attend prom that evening. Important 11th and 12th grade meetings will take place that morning.
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Save The Date Bingo & Vino Parent Appreciation Night, scheduled for February 26th 6:00-8:00 pm at the Signal Mountain Golf & County Club. It’s a fun & free night for all SMMHS parents. CLICK HERE to claim your free ticket. Please contact Amanda Mull with any questions at amandagmull@icloud.com
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Want to recognize a graduating senior or an 8th grade promotion? CLICK HERE to design an ad for the yearbook!
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This month, we are highlighting the IB Learner Profile Trait of Caring! IB Caring students show empathy, compassion and respect. They have a commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world. Take note of how your student meets this description and give them praise for a job well done! We will celebrate our Caring students at the end of the month!
Parent Volunteer Update
Parents will request to volunteer through a ticket submitted HERE. You can also get to it by going to HCS website > students & families > then volunteer. The site has all the information the parents need to register.
PowerSchool Parent Portal: Create an Account Today
The PowerSchool Parent Portal is a valuable resource available to HCS parents/guardians to connect with your child’s school about their learning journey. You can monitor grades, attendance and behavior, and complete important forms within your account. To create an account, visit www.hcde.org/parentportal for detailed instructions. Already have an account? Download the PowerSchool Mobile App for instant access to student performance and online forms on any device. If you have any trouble creating an account, you can always reach out to your child’s school for assistance or call the Parent Portal Hotline at 423-498-KIDS (423-498-5497).
Receiving the Newsletter
At the end of each week throughout the school year, families should be on the lookout for a Weekly Parent Communication email. These emails contain celebrations, informational items, and calendar items to keep everyone informed. If you see that you are not receiving our Weekly Parent Communication emails at any time throughout the year, please contact Mrs. Swan at swan_p@hcde.org to verify the email address we have listed in Power School. To access school-related information throughout the year, please visit our SMMHS school website.
Mountain Education Foundation (MEF) Information and News
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The MEF Silent Auction is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and we’d love your help! Each auction item supports teachers, programs, and resources across all three Signal schools. If you or a business you know can donate an item, experience, or gift certificate, please contact Jill Glenn at auction@MEFtoday.org or 256-509-5787.
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You can also make a direct impact by Sponsoring Your Student with a $50 monthly gift per student (or any amount). Every tax-deductible dollar directly supports our Signal students. Join other families investing in their student’s success at MEFtoday.org.
Calendar Items
February 24th Parent Teacher Conferences, 3:30pm- 7:00pm
February 26th-28th MS Musical- Junie B. Jones
March 3rd Q3 Snapshot Window opens
March 7th ACT Bootcamp 8:30am – 2:30pm
March 13th End of Quarter 3
March 16th- 20th Spring Break
March 23rd Teacher PD- No Students
March 26th Chorus Coffee House
April 3rd No School
April 9th-12th HS Musical: Once Upon a Mattress
April 13th-May 5th TCAP/EOC Testing Window
May 1st Senior Signing
May 5th Rising 5th Grade Visit
May 11th Underclassmen Awards
May 11th Walk4Water
May 12th Senior Graduation Practice
May 13th Senior Walk at Nolan and Thrasher
May 15th Senior Graduation, 5:30pm, Memorial Auditorium
May 15th 8th Grade Promotion Practice
May 18th 8th Grade Promotion
May 20th 6th/7th Grade Awards
