Knox County schools

Powell School Rezoning Passes

School board member Katherine Bike cast the deciding vote on KCS’s plan to address overcrowding at Powell Elementary School.

Amid parental opposition, school board members are conflicted over administrators’ refined school-rezoning proposal for the Powell community.

The multiagency project to build 20 tiny houses for veterans experiencing homelessness is officially underway.

KCS officials say the plan for North Knox County will relieve overcrowding at Powell Elementary and eliminate the need for portable classrooms.

The Knox County Schools superintendent landed ‘above expectations’ in his annual performance evaluation.

Emerald Academy aced its annual evaluation, but Knoxville Prep produced mixed results in a challenging first year.

Groups urge the Knox County school board to oppose a bill that could deny education to Tennessee students based on immigration status.

A review of the school system’s performance under its 2024-25 Action Plan shows gains in student performance, teacher retention and other metrics.

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A consultant’s review of KCS’s efforts found distrust between families and the district, and made recommendations for improvements.