Fall semester for Knox County Schools starts Monday, Aug. 24, for both virtual and in-school students. This is a half-day for students. In-school students should wear a mask. Check out …
Tech help available
We’re very excited about the 1:1 initiative that will provide a Chromebook to every K-12 Knox County Schools student this fall.
To help students and families get the most out of …
Chromebooks ahead for all KCS students
In May 2020, the Board of Education approved a 1:1 plan that will make a Chromebook computer available to every KCS student in grades K-12, starting in August.
This initiative was …
Meet the five new Brickey Bears
Brickey-McCloud Elementary School has added five new teachers:
Becky Arrowood is new to Knox County Schools. She will teach fourth grade.
Erin Cureton is a new teacher, teaching resource/special ed.
Michelle Finchum moved …
Thomas delays Knox schools reopening
In a letter to parents on Tuesday, Superintendent Bob Thomas said he will delay the start of Knox County Schools by one week. School will now start Monday, Aug. 24, …
24 new badges prepare Girl Scouts to be decisive leaders
Local and national Girl Scouts have announced 24 new badges designed to help girls practice ambitious leadership in the crucial areas of automotive engineering, STEM career exploration, entrepreneurship and civics.
Local …
Kids get modified summer reading program
Knox County Public Library’s Summer Club is finally here with a whole new look and schedule. This program is a major departure from previous years’ activities. “Pilot’s Pursuit” is a free adventure …
Principals in new places, two virtual
Knox County Schools has announced four new principals, including two new positions as principals of virtual learning. More than 25% of students elected virtual learning for the upcoming fall semester.
Jennifer …