CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) Sometimes, challenges at home can make it hard for students to focus in school. To address this, Communities In Schools of Tennessee has expanded into Hamilton County, placing staff directly inside schools to support students who may be struggling.
Marques Stewart, Superintendent of the Missi
onary Ridge Learning Community, says the partnership has been a major boost for local schools.
“Last year I was so excited—it felt like Christmas,” Stewart said. “As a former principal, I knew how impactful this partnership would be for our schools. Just having it here made it even more exciting.”…