Moriah Hall, a new student orientation leader at Pellissippi State, has been named a 2020 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar. Hall, an accounting major, is one of 207 Phi Theta Kappa members named a 2020 Coca-Cola Leaders …
Little Oaks Academy copes with COVID-19
One phoenix has risen from the ashes of what used to be Tennova/St. Mary’s Hospital. What was known in its later years as Tennova Childcare on Oak Hill Drive started …
Principals implement virtual learning
The start of classes on Aug. 24 marked a milestone for Knox County Schools, as the district launched a virtual learning program for more than 18,000 students across the county.
In …
Music and more at lifelong learning program
Pellissippi State Community College’s Business and Community Services is offering virtual music classes this fall. These noncredit classes are open to the public.
In late March, when the college moved to remote instruction due to the …
Girl Scouts stay active during a unique summer
Girl Scouts in the West Hills area are staying busy during unprecedented times, including troop 20101. Led by volunteers Carrie Duncanson, Renee Hicks and Kelley Rowland, the troop made up …
School starts Monday; orientation Thursday
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 …
Newell Brands partners with PSCC for apprenticeship
Pellissippi State Community College is making it easier for area businesses to start apprenticeship programs for new and current employees.
Newell Brands, located in Maryville, kicked off a new apprenticeship program this summer, with Pellissippi State as the sponsor. While Pellissippi State has been supporting apprenticeships with …
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 …