Hello, Holston students, parents, teachers, and community partners! I'm Katie Lutton, and I'm truly honored and humbled to serve as Holston Middle School's principal. Whether students are just beginning their middle school journey or returning for another good year, I want to ensure that each student learns foundational skills from caring, compassionate educators. I truly believe that middle school is a time for curiosity, exploration, and new experiences--and I can't think of any place better than Holston to undertake this venture. I look forward to the 2023-2024 school year, and I'm thrilled and eager to educate your children. 

Contact Infomation:
(865) 594-1300
kathryn.lutton@knoxschools.org
 @kathryn_lutton

Hello, I am Jim Wolfenbarger, the 6^th Grade Assistant Principal at Holston. I would like to personally welcome each of you to Holston Middle School. This year will certainly bring new and exciting challenges, but it is a wonderful time for you to grow academically and socially. Please know that the administrators, counselors, and all instructional staff members are here to help you in any way we can. I encourage you to get involved and participate in any and all extracurricular activities that you can possibly handle. Have a wonderful year, and don't forget to have fun!

Contact Information: 
(865) 594-1300
james.wolfenbarger@knoxschools.org

Education:
Masters in Educational Administration and Supervision, Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (English), Henderson State University
Associate of Arts, Rich Mountain Community College

Teaching Experience:
1998-2008 8th grade Language Arts, Reading/Language Arts Department Chair, Team Leader, South-Doyle Middle School

Administrative Experience:
2013-Present, Holston Middle School, Assistant Principal
2008-2013, Green Magnet Math and Science Academy, Assistant Principal

My name is Allison Mullins, and I absolutely love being an assistant principal at Holston Middle School.  I attended Holston as a student, started my teaching career here, sent all 3 of my children to Holston, and returned to Holston to begin my administrative experience.  Holston feels like home to me.  I consider it a huge blessing to get to encourage, mentor, and lead teachers and students at this special place!!

As a new teacher at Holston, I had a principal that pushed me out of my comfort zone and insisted that I take on several leadership opportunities.  Over the course of my 8 years teaching at Holston, I served as team leader, ELA department chair, TAP mentor teacher, and summer school principal. I also taught in all 3 grade levels and served as the cheer coach for a number of years.  After teaching at Holston for 8 years, I was asked to move to Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Academy to help implement some of our amazing work there.  I served as an instructional coach at SMG for 6 years before accepting the position of assistant principal at Holston.  I am so thankful for the many experiences that one mentor afforded me by seeing more in me than I was able to see in myself.  I hope to be that same voice for others!

My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, a Master's of Science degree in Elementary Education, and a Reading Specialist endorsement from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Additionally, I received an Education Specialist degree in Leadership and Administration from Lincoln Memorial University.  

Personally, my husband and I have 3 grown children and 3 precious grandchildren.  We have taught Sunday School to encourage married couples for over a decade together.  We spend most of our free time spoiling our grandbabies or serving with our church family.  

Please feel free to contact me with any positive feedback, questions, or concerns at 865-594-1300 or allison.mullins@knoxschools.org. 

Allison Mullins 7th Grade Principal

Contact Information:
(865) 594-1300
allison.mullins@knoxschools.org

Hello, I am Sara Greene, one of the 8th grade assistant principals at Holston. I am excited to be at Holston Middle for the 2023-2024 school year. My goal is to serve our students, parents, and community in any way possible. I will strive to help make our school a safe, caring, and positive environment for all. The middle school years can be so rewarding, and I love to see the growth in all of our students from August through May! Let’s have a great school year.

Contact Information:
(865) 594-1300
sara.greene@knoxschools.org

Education:
Education Specialist Administration and Supervision, Lincoln Memorial University
Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction, Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education, Health, and Science, Lincoln Memorial University

Teaching Experience:
1979-1980 Middlesboro City Schools, Physical Education/Girl's Basketball Coach
1981-1982 Powell Valley High School, Science/Civics/Girl's Basketball Coach
1982-1996 H.Y. Livesay Middle School, 7th Science/Girl's Basketball Coach
1996-2006 Powell Middle School, 7th Science/Girl's Basketball Coach
2006-2012 Holston Middle School, 7th Science/Master Teacher

Administrative Experience:

2012-present Holston Middle School, Assistant Principal