It was a joy to welcome students back to school this morning across Knox County! Thank you to our staff, families, and community for helping us start strong. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead! 📓

The Secret Ingredient: As we embark on the 2025-2026 school year, we’re excited to welcome students back to our buildings—and especially our cafeterias! Read more: facebook.com/share/p/1Gc63Y…

Your student’s safety is our priority. Text-A-Tip is an anonymous way to report concerns about safety or mental health—anytime, anywhere. One text could make a difference. 💬 Submit a tip at bit.ly/KCSSubmitATip

The Secret Ingredient: This week’s blog focuses on how we plan cafeteria menus. Read more: facebook.com/share/p/1ArDBo…

Mark your calendar! Dine Out for Education is back on Tuesday, Aug. 26! Support Knox County Schools by enjoying a meal at one of the participating restaurants! Find your spot at knoxschoolspie.org/dineout

Had a great visit to Powell HS today where they’re focused on what matters most—supporting great teaching, celebrating student success & building true community. From classrooms to athletics & the arts, they’re committed to keeping students safe, supported & ready for the future.

We’re excited to celebrate the new addition at Hardin Valley Academy! ✂️ The 43,861-square-foot building includes a Freshman Academy, Health Science and STEM labs, and more—all designed to support students as they learn and grow. 🎉

What a night at Covenant Health Park! ⚾️ Teach Knox Night brought together our KCS educators and staff to celebrate the start of a new school year with the Tennessee Smokies! We’re grateful for everything our teachers do to support students every day! ❤️

The Secret Ingredient: Why is it important to use recipes in #SchoolNutrition? Read more: facebook.com/share/p/1CTafy…

Sneak peak into Season 2 of The Education Blueprint! 🎬 We had KCS School Safety Chief Carlo Granillo in the studio, and we can’t wait to share this this episode with you!

Big shoutout to all our TVAAS Level 4 & 5 schools - and a special celebration for Austin-East High School for earning Level 5 growth AND their best-ever TNReady scores! Proud of our students, staff, and community! 🙌

As part of our 2030 Strategic Plan, KCS is exploring new school models to meet the diverse needs of our students. Help us explore new possibilities by completing the survey—open now through Sept. 19! 🔗 knoxschools.org/innovativescho…

Reminder: All Knox County Schools will be closed Monday, Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day. Check the full calendar to stay up to date on important dates this school year ➡️ knoxschools.org/calendars

The Secret Ingredient: What is a reimbursable meal? We’ll help you understand what counts on the tray. Read more: facebook.com/share/p/1AJWW9…

Thanks to a partnership with Project SEARCH and KCS Operations, students with disabilities are gaining valuable on-the-job experience and building bright futures! Read about how this inspiring program is making a difference on Hall Pass: bit.ly/ProjectSEARCHx…

Four straight years of districtwide gains are fueled by classrooms like those at Karns Elementary—teachers who plan together, adjust in real time, and never stop improving. Thank you for the work you do for our students.

The latest episode of The Education Blueprint is live! 🎙️ Dr. Rysewyk and KCS Chief of School Safety Carlo Granillo to discuss what it takes to keep students and staff safe every day. Listen now: bit.ly/TheEducationBl…

On Tuesday and Wednesday several members of our Safety Department were at the Knoxville Smokies baseball games. It was great to go out into the community and share our Mission and commitment to to Knox County Schools students and staff. Want more info? Call 865-594-3624

Last week, August 25-29, Sgt. Joe Strickland and Officer Patrick Leach, along with first responders from around the area, attended Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training. Huge thanks to our allied agencies which, through our partnership, make this training happen.

Healthy food + Tennessee Football … “Orange” you glad it’s that time of year? 🍊🏈 #TNMealsMatter