The school system’s proposed five-year strategic plan generated little discussion at Monday’s Board of Education work session.
From Appalachia to the Atlantic
A visit to Edisto Beach offers a contrast to the mountains of East Tennessee in just about every way possible.
Report Identifies Special Ed Needs
A consultant’s review of KCS’s efforts found distrust between families and the district, and made recommendations for improvements.
Wildflower Sanctuary
The flora of Dean’s Woods, a preserve tucked into a South Knoxville neighborhood, seems to exude an ‘air of defiance’ amid its urban surroundings.
A Stable Budget
Knox County Schools Superintendent Jon Rysewyk is proposing to spend almost all of the $21.2 million in newly available funds on teacher and staff pay.
Nocturnal Ramble
A guided Dark Skies Hike at Seven Islands State Birding Park offers plenty to experience after the sun goes down.
Training Reinforcements
UT, Pellissippi and South College have added programs to bolster a healthcare workforce depleted during the pandemic.
Aggressors and Victims in the Classroom
Prompted by a mother’s plea, school board members grapple with how to ensure safety and protect rights in cases of serious off-campus incidents.
Consolidation and Expansion
The school board approves a new K-8 school that would result in fewer schools but more grades for students northwest of downtown.