The Knox County school board votes to hire a staffing service to fill special education needs.
Course Correction
A year into the job, Superintendent Jon Rysewyk has significantly restructured and refocused Knox County Schools. More is on the way.
Report Calls for Special Education Overhaul
A stinging assessment by a district-appointed task force faults Knox County Schools’ ‘cultural problem’ in addressing student needs.
‘Where to Go’
Knox County’s plan for its struggling urban schools aims to support students from pre-K through graduation.
Handgun Fires in West High Classroom
KPD says discharge was ‘not intentional,’ and there was one minor injury. But it intensified discussion of school and gun safety.
Charter School Approved on Second Try
The school board also passed a $668.3 million budget, after some wrangling about raises.
The $64 Million Question
How should Knox County Schools use its biggest-ever jump in state funding? Superintendent Jon Rysewyk’s proposal prioritizes salaries and infrastructure.
Playgrounds and Policies
Knox County Schools is building new playgrounds for two schools, but most still have to raise their own funds for equipment.
Academic Avenues
With the launch of its first eight 865 Academies, Knox County aims to bridge the school-to-work gap.
Broom Brigade
Facing a chronic custodian shortage, Knox County Schools aims to hire $1 million worth of outside help. But what’s the long-term solution?