The Panther Pulse

Panthers,

Homecoming week is here, and it is about much more than dressing up, a parade, a tailgate, a pep rally, a football game, a dance, or the presentation of our Homecoming Court. Those traditions make the week exciting, but what makes Homecoming truly special is what it represents: community, connection, tradition, and pride in being part of something bigger than ourselves.

This week, we will welcome ChattCo alumni back to campus for our Alumni Tailgate, bringing together Panthers from different generations. Some will return with memories of their time in the halls, classrooms, and on the field. Others will come back to reconnect with friends, celebrate old traditions, and see how their school continues to grow. Though the years may separate us, the Panther spirit connects us.

That is the power of a school. We are not simply a place where students come to learn. We are a community that shapes lives, builds relationships, creates opportunities, and leaves a lasting mark on the people who walk through our doors. The students we serve today will one day be the alumni who return tomorrow, sharing their stories and carrying the lessons of ChattCo into the world.

As we celebrate this week, I challenge each of us to remember that Homecoming is not just about coming back to a place; it is about remembering what that place means to us. It is about honoring those who came before us, celebrating those who are here today, and building a school that future generations will be proud to call home.

No matter how many years pass, once a Panther, always a Panther. We are ChattCo Made, stronger together with one heartbeat.

Let’s make this a week filled with Panther pride, meaningful connections, and memories that will last long after the celebration ends. Let’s show our alumni, our families, our community, and one another what makes ChattCo special.

Happy Homecoming, Panthers! Let’s make it a week to remember!

Proud to be your Principal,

Seth Gorman

It’s Homecoming Week, Panthers! Get ready for a week full of school spirit, community, and Panther pride. Check out what’s happening!

Tuesday, October 20

• 6:30 PM — School Board Meeting

Wednesday, October 21

• 1:00 PM — School Assembly featuring guest speaker Riley Israel

Thursday, October 22

• 6:00 PM — ChattCo Homecoming Community Parade

Friday, October 23

• 3:00–7:00 PM — Alumni Tailgate

• 7:30 PM — Homecoming Football Game

Saturday, October 24

• 10:00 AM — Girls Flag Football at Telfair County

• 7:00–11:00 PM — Homecoming Dance

Let’s make this a week to remember as we celebrate our Panthers, welcome our alumni home, and show our community what it means to be ChattCo Made! One Heartbeat!

Our Panther Battalion JROTC Raider Team showed OUT at Hardaway High School on October 17! Our cadets competed in the Mixed Team Raider Challenge and brought home 1ST PLACE OVERALL!

These Panthers tackled five demanding events, demonstrating outstanding teamwork, physical fitness, determination, and resilience. Check out their results!

• 2.3-Mile Team Run: 1st Place – 21:48

• Raider 2.0 Fitness Challenge: 3rd Place – 3:57.85

• Tire Flip: 1st Place – 53.64 seconds

• Rope Bridge: 1st Place – 2:28.56

• Mystery Event – HMMWV Push: 5th Place – 1:56.84

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THREE FIRST-PLACE FINISHES. ONE OVERALL CHAMPIONSHIP. ONE TEAM!

Congratulations to our cadets and instructors on an outstanding accomplishment! You represented ChattCo with pride and showed what it means to be ChattCo Made. We are Panther Proud!

At ChattCo, learning doesn't stop at taking notes and completing assignments. Our students are putting their knowledge into action, and the results are on full display!

A walk down our hallways recently offered a glimpse into the incredible teaching and learning happening in our classrooms. Mrs. Mathis's students brought Fahrenheit 451 to life through creative one-pagers. Mr. Oliver's students collaborated to build DNA chains, connecting scientific concepts with hands-on learning. Mrs. Fitts's Forensics students explored profile sketches, while Mr. Brown's Environmental Science students created graphic projects illustrating the water cycle.

These projects represent more than completed assignments. They reflect thoughtful instruction, student creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and the hard work our Panthers put into demonstrating what they know.

We are proud of our teachers for creating meaningful learning experiences that engage students beyond the textbook, and we are proud of our students for embracing the challenge and taking ownership of their learning.

This is what learning in action looks like at ChattCo! Our teachers are doing outstanding work, our students are rising to the occasion, and our hallways are telling the story.

Panthers, we are moving in the right direction! As of Friday, October 16, our schoolwide attendance rate for the year is 95.57%, up from 94.20% on October 2. With 425 students enrolled, this is a great step forward as we work toward our goal of maintaining attendance above 95% for the school year.

Let’s keep that number steady or continue pushing it higher!

For the month of October, 63 students have already attended Attendance Recovery. Thank you to our students who are taking responsibility for their attendance and working to make up missed time.

Grade-Level Attendance Challenge | October 13–16

1st Place: 12th Grade — 96.99%

2nd Place: 11th Grade — 96.15%

3rd Place: 9th Grade — 95.66%

4th Place: 10th Grade — 95.22%

Congratulations to our seniors for leading the way this week! Every grade level finished above 95%, and that is something to celebrate.

As we head into Homecoming week, let’s keep the momentum going. Every day in class matters, every lesson counts, and every Panther makes a difference.

Our goal is not just to reach 95%—it’s to build a culture where showing up is the standard.

We have just a few hats left in each color! Rep ChattCo. Rep the Panthers!

Hats are $30 each and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Pick yours up at ChattCo High School or pay ahead on RevTrak and come grab yours!

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Once they’re gone, they’re gone! Don’t miss your chance to rep the Panthers!

Looking for some new ChattCo gear? Check out our Mascot Shop through Jostens! You’ll find T-shirts, polos, sweaters, hoodies, and more featuring several of our ChattCo logos and slogans.

Show your Panther pride and support our school at the same time! Every purchase benefits ChattCo.

Click the link and check out The Mascot Shop today!

Be sure to review the 2026-2027 District Calendar to stay informed about important school dates, holidays, teacher workdays, and breaks as we plan for another successful year together.