South-Doyle High and L&N STEM Academy are representing Knox County Schools at the FIRST Robotics World Championship in Houston, competing against nearly 600 teams from around the world! Through hands-on engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving, students say robotics is helping them explore future career pathways and prepare for life beyond high school.

Through the 865 Academies and Career and Technical Education programs, are helping end veteran homelessness through Operation Hero’s Hill while gaining real-world skills. A group of Powell High students are taking it a step further in an after-school externship with skilled-trade mentors.

When the Fountain City Christmas Parade returned for its second year after a decade-long hiatus, it wasn’t just a holiday celebration — it became a hands-on learning experience for students at Central High.

Dual enrollment is opening doors for Knox County Schools students, providing them with a head start on their college journey while still in high school. 

Northwest Middle School has made history by becoming the first AVID Demonstration middle school in Tennessee.

For Keaton Kidd, working with his hands has always been second nature. From electrical to plumbing and HVAC, he explored various trades in high school. But it wasn’t until he participated in an internship with the KCS Maintenance Department that he found his career path.

Farragut High School senior Sophie Lu has been selected as one of Tennessee’s two student representatives for the highly competitive United States Senate Youth Program. 

Career Magnet Academy is taking strides to build a culture of literacy through its innovative One School Read initiative. 

Fulton High School’s Academy of Public Service is giving students a head start on a career in 911 telecommunication through its work-based learning program, where students gain practical skills and earn a Public Safety Telecommunication certification. 

For Knox County seniors Fiona Chen and Saomy Rodriguez, being first-generation college students means embracing the opportunities their families dreamed of and setting a new path for generations to come.

Karns High School launched an innovative initiative called Leadership Thursdays, aimed at empowering students with essential leadership skills and preparing them for success beyond the classroom.

When Powell High School Aviation Instructor and Tennessee Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer Andy Salas flew through deteriorating weather conditions to aid those affected by Hurricane Helene, it became one of the most harrowing flights of his career. 

L&N STEM Academy launched a groundbreaking nuclear energy class, marking a significant milestone in high school education.