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New JROTC Program Is First For A KCS Middle School
The new program at Gibbs Middle aims to instill discipline and leadership skills, and to help students make a seamless transition into high school.
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District Honors
Teachers Of The YearApproximately 200 educators were honored at the annual KCS Teacher of the Year banquet at the Knoxville Convention Center on Tuesday evening.
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KCS Sees Significant Increase In Reward Schools
The State of Tennessee has released district and school designations based on data from the 2022-23 school year, and Knox County Schools made strong gains.
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Special Ed Transport Team Helps Meet Student Needs
KCS is committed to helping students with special needs travel safely to school and back, and our team of experts helps identify strategies to overcome challenges that families face.
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2023-2024 Administrative Appointments
See the latest updates on administrative appointments for the 2023-2024 school year, including school principals and districtwide leaders.
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District Approves 2023-24 Calendar Changes
In the wake of January's winter storm, Knox County Schools has made some important changes to the 2023-24 school calendar. Click the headline for details.
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KCS Announces 865 Academies Expansion
Knox County Schools is proud to announce that every traditional high school in the district has launched The 865 Academies, a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing the high school experience for all students.
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Dr. Sofia Roth Is District's First Latina Executive Principal
The new principal of Richard Yoakley School said she hopes to be a role model for teachers and students, including those who are considering becoming a school leader themselves.
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District Gives Update On Special Education Initiatives
On Dec. 4, Assistant Superintendent of Student Success Jason Myers provided an update about the KCS Way, an ongoing initiative to improve and enhance services for special education students and families.
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Knox Education Foundation Launches Playspace Fund
Knox Education Foundation has announced a fundraising initiative to support play spaces at elementary schools across Knox County.
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Fulton Receives Surplus
Fire Truck From KFD, CityFulton High School students got a big surprise this month when the Knoxville Fire Department and City of Knoxville donated a surplus fire truck to the school, in support of the Falcons' Fire Management pathway.
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Commencement Schedule Released For Class of 2024
Attending a graduation ceremony for the Class of 2024? A full schedule is now available on our website.
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Transfer Window Now Open
The transfer window is NOW OPEN through 4 p.m. on February 20, 2024. Apply today!
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Carter Academy Coach Has
A Business BackgroundKacy Helton is helping to launch the 865 Academies initiaive at Carter High, but it's not her first experience in building connections between the classroom and the workplace.
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KCS, Law Enforcement Partners Discuss Security
Knox County Schools on Thursday highlighted new security measures that are being implemented to enhance school safety in the 2023-24 academic year, as part of the district’s ongoing “Safe Schools, Safe Students” initiative.
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TCAP Scores Show Broad Gains In Student Achievement
Knox County Schools saw growth in English Language Arts (ELA), math, science, and social studies achievement, according to TCAP scores released this week.
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TCAP Scores Are Now Available For Grades 3-12
Scores for individual students in Grades 3-12 are now available on the Tennessee Department of Education’s TCAP Family Portal, a free, online resource.
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New Online Payment System For School Meals
Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, the KCS Nutrition Department will use a new online payment system for school meals, and a new website to apply for free / reduced-price meals.
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KCS Honored For Support Of Guard, Reserve Employees
The U.S. Department of Defense on Tuesday announced that Knox County Schools is one of 15 recipients of the 2023 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest U.S. government honor to employers for support of National Guard and Reserve employees.
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Budget Plan Will Promote Success For Students
Knox County Commission has approved the General County Budget, which included the $660.7 million Fiscal Year 2024 general purpose budget for Knox County Schools, and a Capital Improvement Plan that included district construction projects.
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