School board member Katherine Bike cast the deciding vote on KCS’s plan to address overcrowding at Powell Elementary School.
Rysewyk’s Report Card
The Knox County Schools superintendent landed ‘above expectations’ in his annual performance evaluation.
KCS Report: Initiatives Making Progress
A review of the school system’s performance under its 2024-25 Action Plan shows gains in student performance, teacher retention and other metrics.
Long-Term Goals for KCS
The school system’s proposed five-year strategic plan generated little discussion at Monday’s Board of Education work session.
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.
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.
2024 Revue: The Year in Education
From the policing of K-12 libraries to the University of Tennessee’s growth plans.
Setting Priorities
Public and staff input on Knox County Schools’ strategic plan shows support for the district’s goals — but mixed feelings about its performance.
Course Corrections
On early release days and the new salary schedules, Knox County Schools adjusts to negative feedback.