New Family Information

Welcome to CCS

Welcome to Chattanooga Christian School! We are thrilled to have your family join our community. As you prepare for the exciting journey ahead, we’ve put together all the important information you need to ensure a smooth transition for your child. From enrollment steps to school policies and key dates, this page will guide you through everything you need to know as a new CCS family. We look forward to partnering with you in your child's academic and spiritual growth at CCS!
 

New Family Events

NEW STUDENT SOCIAL EVENTS

NEW STUDENT SOCIAL EVENTS
  • JUMP UP/BOLT UP (LOWER SCHOOL)
    • August 7 from 4:00-5:30 PM
  • BOLT & SNAP SCAVENGER HUNT (MIDDLE SCHOOL)
    • August 7 from 6:00-7:30 PM
  • CHARGER CONNECT (HIGH SCHOOL)
    • August 7 from 6:00-7:30 PM

BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENTS

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION & CHARGER WELCOME DAY
  • Monday, August 11 

Charger Welcome Day Information:
Join us on campus to meet your teacher(s) and bring all of your supplies to school. Students can:
  • Decorate their lockers
    • Locker Sizes: 4th-7th grade lockers are 18” x 36”
  • Visit classrooms
  • Purchase items in the Spirit Shop
  • Get all of their (and your!) questions answered
A detailed agenda with times and information will be emailed to parents in July.

TECHNOLOGY TRAINING

NEW PARENTS
We highly encourage all new parents to attend one of the following meetings to learn about the technology tools we use and how we communicate with our parent community.
  • Monday, August 4 at 6:30 PM
  • Monday, August 11 at 6:30 PM
During these sessions, newly-enrolled families will receive an introduction to MYCCS, our online Student Information System. You'll learn how to navigate important features like student and family contact info, medical details, attendance, discipline records, the school directory, and other useful school information.

NEW STUDENTS
New students will receive technology training as part of our New Student Orientation on Monday, August 11.
TECH SUPPORT
Have additional questions for our tech team? Please email Stephen Ibach at sibach@ccsk12.com.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

2025-26 IMPORTANT DATES

  • August 4 & 11: Technology Training
  • August 11: Charger Welcome Day
  • August 13: First Day of School
  • September 25-29: Fall Break
  • November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break
  • December 22-Jan 6: Christmas Break
  • February 12-16: Winter Break
  • March 30-April 6: Spring Break
  • May 22: Last Day of School (½ Day)
Click here for a link to the complete 2025-2026 school calendar.

MORE INFORMATION

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  • Attendance & Dismissal

    CCS uses SchoolPass to communicate:
    • ABSENCES, LATE ARRIVALS, EARLY DISMISSALS, AND CARPOOL CHANGES
    • PRESCHOOL DROP-OFF AND PICKUP
    • PICKUP FROM EXTENDED CARE
    • PICKUP FROM LOWER SCHOOL AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
    New families will receive an email at the start of the school year with setup instructions and login information. The SchoolPass app can be downloaded on mobile devices or accessed from a desktop computer. Additional SchoolPass instructions are available on the MyCCS Resources board.
     
    ALL CCS parents MUST use SchoolPass to notify the school when a student is absent, arriving late, leaving early, or for any dismissal changes.

  • Extended Care

    EXTENDED CARE is available from 7:30 AM-6 PM for PreK-8th grade students.
    • Lower School students are checked in immediately after school or following any after-school activities.
    • Middle School students should report to the Extended Care room at 3:45 PM.
    • All students are picked up from Extended Care at the Lower School lobby.
    • The SchoolPass app is used for checking students out from Extended Care. Parents must be on campus to use the pick up button feature.
     
    FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EXTENDED CARE INCLUDING UPDATED FEES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE UNDER “STUDENT LIFE” OR EMAIL CARIE RONCIN AT CRONCIN@CCSK12.COM.

  • Health, Immunizations, & Sports Physicals

    Health & Immunizations
    CCS uses August Schools to collect accurate medical information about students. An automated email will be sent in early May from August Schools, prompting you to complete the online forms and upload immunization records.
    • The first year, it may take some time to complete all the required information.
    • In subsequent years, only updates to the information will be needed.
    A link to August Schools can be found on the MyCCS Resources board. If you have any questions, please contact our Director of Health Services and School Nurse, Amie Brown, at abrown@ccsk12.com or call 423.265.6411.

    NOTICE: Per Tennessee state law, students may not attend school unless their health forms and immunization records have been submitted.

    Sports Physicals 
    • Required for all 6th-12th grade athletes
    • TSSAA Physical form dated after April 15, 2025
    • ‘25-26 Consent to Treat Form
    • Submit to: Jordan McDaniel | jmcdaniel@ccsk12.com

    Only enrolled CCS students who have turned in a TSSAA physical form are able to participate in tryouts and practices. Please have your student’s physician complete and sign the TSSAA form included in this packet and email it to Jordan McDaniel at jmcdaniel@ccsk12.com at your earliest convenience.

    Notice: If your child has a medical condition that will require treatment or medication during the school day, please contact the Student Health Office.

  • Lunch Program

    Lunch Program
    CCS partners with SAGE Dining Services to manage campus dining, and SAGE works diligently to provide meals that are nutritious and well-balanced. All students are automatically included in the program; however, those who prefer to bring food from home may still do so or supplement their lunch with items from the school.

    Menus are available online and through the TOUCH OF SAGE app. SAGE labels recipes to identify the top 12 most common allergens. Through the app, you can filter for any combination of these allergens, view ingredient lists, rate your child’s favorite meals, and provide feedback to the SAGE staff. More information about the lunch program can be found on the MyCCS Resources board.

    Lower School Lunch Visitors
    Parents and special visitors are welcome to join students for lunch. To help us accommodate extra guests in the lunchroom, we ask that you visit on the designated day for your child’s grade level. Recommended lunch days can be found on the Resources board in MyCCS.

    Nut Policy
    Nuts and nut products are not allowed in classrooms. Snacks consumed in classrooms must be nut-free.

  • Technology Requirements

    TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
    • Chromebooks Required: Rising 5th-12th
    • Specs: 4GB RAM, 32GB storage, touchscreen or a 2-in-1 model (flips around and can be used as a tablet).
    • Ordering Info: Click here for how to order.
    • Discount Info: MyCCS > Resources Board > Student Technology
    • Ship Devices To:
      • Student Name, 3354 Charger Dr. Chattanooga, TN 37409
      • Chromebooks may also be dropped off in the Admissions Office so they can be set up and ready for use.
      • A notification will be sent when the Chromebook is ready for pickup.
    • Questions? Email Stephen Ibach at sibach@ccsk12.com. 

  • Volunteer Hours

    CHARGER VOLUNTEER HOURS
    Chattanooga Christian School is committed to the value of volunteerism within the CCS community. The Charger Volunteer Program was created to promote service, build community, and foster school spirit.

    To support this initiative, each family is required to complete four hours of volunteer service for CCS each school year. We offer a variety of ways to complete these hours, and opportunities can be found on the News Feed or by contacting the PTO. Examples include working in concessions, assisting with the PTO, supporting athletics or other co-curricular activities, chaperoning a trip, and more.

    We appreciate your willingness to serve the CCS community!

COMMUNICATIONS

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
The MyCCS News Feed is your hub for school news and important announcements. You can find it in MyCCS under the News tab. Look for the weekly CCS eNewsletter every Thursday in your inbox for the most recent updates. For more information on communications, attend an upcoming technology training session or visit the MyCCS Resources board.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to engage with the Charger community. Download our athletics app today on your preferred device.

CCS PHOTOS 
Parents and students can purchase and download pictures from CCS photographers at ccspics.smugmug.com.



UNIFORMS

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  • Uniforms

    At CCS, we want students to feel comfortable, confident, and ready to learn! Our dress code helps keep things simple, respectful, and school-ready—without cramping anyone’s style.
    • Vendor: Lands’ End
    • Approved uniform pieces: landsends.com
    • Preferred School Code: 900199951
    • Used Uniforms: CCS Parents Facebook page
    • Try-On Samples: Available in Spirit Shop
    • Dress Code: MyCCS > Resources > Dress code
    Helpful Tip: To determine the correct size, use the Lands’ End Fit Guide. A link to the Fit Guide is available on MyCCS > Resources.

    Uniform Basics
    We suggest you start with the following pieces:
    • Lower School Girls
      • 3-4 Uniform shirts
      • 2-4 Uniform bottoms
      • Dresses or jumpers (optional)
      • Jacket or sweatshirt from the Spirit Shop
    • Lower School Boys
      • 3-4 Uniform shirts
      • 2-4 Uniform bottoms
      • Jacket or sweatshirt from the Spirit Shop
    • Upper School Girls
      • 3-4 Uniform shirts
      • 2-4 Uniform bottoms
      • Jacket or sweatshirt from the Spirit Shop
    • Upper School Boys
      • 3-4 Uniform shirts
      • 2-4 Uniform bottoms
      • Jacket or sweatshirt from the Spirit Shop

  • P.E Uniforms

    REQUIRED for: 
    • All Middle School students
    • Anyone taking Strength & Conditioning or Wellness classes
    P.E. uniforms will be available for purchase in the Spirit Shop for the 25-26 school year. You do not need to pre-order. P.E. uniforms will be in stock by mid July. Please watch the News Feed for Spirit Shop summer hours!

School Hours & Chapel Days

LOWER SCHOOL (PreK-5th)

K-5 START TIMES
8 AM to 3 PM - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
8:45 AM  to 3 PM - Thursday

PRESCHOOL START TIME
8 AM to 3 PM - Monday–Friday
Families with students in other school levels may also drop off their PreSchool students at the K-5 late start time of 8:45 AM on Thursdays. PreK Students must be walked to the Preschool Bldg. 
CHAPEL is on Thursdays from 9:00 to 9:30 AM.
Parents are welcome to attend Chapel with their children by parking and walking students to the Fine Arts Center at 9:00 AM.
DROP-OFF
Students can be dropped off as early as 7:30 AM. Students wait in Salter Gym until school begins.
PICKUP
Carpool runs from 3:00 to 3:30 PM in the circle in front of the Lower School. Students who are not picked up by 3:30 PM are sent to Extended Care (fee required).

PRO TIP: If you have students in both Upper and Lower School, you may drop off all of your children in the Lower School carpool line.

THURSDAY BEFORE CARE

For Lower School families using Before Care on late start Thursdays, it should be used for essential reasons, such as work or necessary commitments. Families may drop students off as early as 7:30 AM at no charge. Students who do not need Before Care can be dropped off directly at 8:45 AM and go straight to class.

UPPER SCHOOL (6th-12th)

START TIMES
  • 8:15 AM - 3:20 PM - Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
  • 9:00 AM - 3:20 PM - Tuesday and Thursday
CHAPEL is on Tuesday for both Middle School and High School.

DROP-OFF - Students may be dropped off as early as 7:30 AM. 
Middle School Students should not enter the building more than 10 minutes before school starts, unless they have prior arrangements or are dropping off athletic equipment, and are asked to report to Bosworth Gym upon arrival.

PICKUP - Carpool runs from 3:20 to 3:45 PM.
  • High School students who are not picked up by 3:45 PM will be asked to go to the Learning Commons (Upper School Library).
  • CLICK HERE for a copy of carpool traffic maps. You can also find these on the Resources board.

PRO TIP: You may pick up Upper School students through the carpool line, or you can park in one of the lots and have your students walk to you.

UPPER SCHOOL SCHEDULES

Student schedules will be published in early summer. To view classes and schedules, go to MyCCS, click your student’s name in the upper left corner, and select the “Schedule” tab. If you have any questions about your student’s schedule or need to request changes, please email one of the contacts below:
A copy of the Upper School bell schedule is located on the Resources board in MyCCS.

KEY CONTACTS 2025-2026

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Chattanooga Christian School

3354 Charger Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37409 | 423.265.6411