KCS Announcements

Boyd Foundation Gift Will Benefit Green Magnet

The Boyd Foundation announced Tuesday that it will provide a $650,000 gift to reimagine the outdoor learning space at Green Magnet Academy. Click the headline for details.

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District Holds Groundbreaking For New Elementary School

On Friday, Sept. 10, Knox County Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new elementary school in Northwest Knox County. Click the headline for details.

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Dashboard Provides
COVID-19 Data

A dashboard that provides student- and staff-related COVID-19 data is now available on our website. Click the headline for details.

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Class of '22 Commencements To Be Held At High Schools

Superintendent Bob Thomas announced that commencement ceremonies will take place on high school campuses next spring. Click the headline for details.

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TCAP Scores Are
Now Available

TCAP score reports are now available for KCS students, and we wanted to let you know about a valuable resource from the Tennessee Department of Education.

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2021-2022 Administrative Appointments

Click to the headline to see the latest administrative appointments.

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Update On The 2021-22 School Year

During a Board of Education work session on June 30, Superintendent Bob Thomas provided an update about the 2021-22 school year. Click the headline for details.

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No-Cost Meals To Continue
In 2021-22

We are pleased to announce that all students will continue to receive breakfast and lunch meals at no cost during the 2021-22 school year. Click the headline for details.

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Teacher Recognized For
Festival Chalk Art

Congratulations to Hardin Valley Elementary art teacher Deirdre Kopp-Pokrzywa, whose piece was recently named Best in Show for this year's Dogwood Arts Chalk Walk!

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District Breaks Ground At
Adrian Burnett, Lonsdale

On Monday, March 29, Knox County Schools celebrated groundbreaking ceremonies for replacement schools at Adrian Burnett Elementary and Lonsdale Elementary. Click the headline for details.

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"Text-A-Tip" Allows Families To Share Information

Our Text-A-Tip line allows students and families to anonymously share information about potential violence, bullying or other threats. Click the headline for details.

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"Freedom Chair" Will Support Dogwood Students

A gift from the Legacy Parks Foundation will help students at Dogwood Elementary take advantage of their school's outdoor classrooms and trail. Click the headline for details.

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District Celebrates
Teachers Of The Year

Our district-wide Teachers of the Year were announced on Tuesday, Feb. 23. Click the headline for details.

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No-Cost Meals To Continue
In 2021-22

We are pleased to announce that all students will continue to receive breakfast and lunch meals at no cost during the 2021-22 school year. Click the headline for details.

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Graduation Ceremonies To Be Held At High Schools

On Thursday evening, Feb. 18, Superintendent Bob Thomas sent a message to Class of 2021 families about this year’s graduation ceremonies. Click the headline for details.

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CMA Seniors On Track
For Associate Degrees

A dozen dual-enrollment students from Career Magnet Academy are on track to receive associate degrees from Pellissippi State Community College this spring. Click the headline for details.

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Diverse Curriculum Provides "Windows And Mirrors"

KCS is working to ensure that Black history and achievement are woven into the district’s curriculum throughout the year. Click the headline for more information.

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Freedom Pass Gives Free Transit Rides To Students

The City of Knoxville, Knoxville Area Transit and KCS recently announced a pilot program that will provide students with unlimited rides on KAT buses. Click the headline for details.

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Gibbs Stadium Construction
To Begin After Fall Season

Construction of a new stadium for Gibbs High School will begin after the 2021 fall sports season has finished. Click the headline for details.

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Contact Tracing Will Continue In District Schools

KCS is continuing its contact tracing work to notify anyone who has potentially been exposed to COVID-19 in our school buildings. Click the headline for details.

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