2020 Revue: Knox County Schools

After the pandemic caught school leaders flat-footed, a scramble for technology led to a successful if stressful fall semester.

County Compromises on A.J. Development

Under a revised plan, the Andrew Johnson Building can be built out as mini apartments, to be converted to a hotel later.

After swearing in a new member, the Board of Education grapples with the many different meanings of school safety in 2020.

As some Knox County school board members ask if COVID-19 absences can be limited, the Health Department urges caution.

Superintendent Bob Thomas makes an appeal for in-person instruction, as Knox County teachers await clarity on evaluations and testing.

As we mark our 2nd anniversary, we survey what’s changed, what hasn’t and what to watch in the local political and economic landscape.

A ribbon-cutting marks the start of work to turn TVA’s East Tower into offices for Knox County Schools and the University of Tennessee.

Every Monday, we give you a rundown of the week’s public meetings and civic events.

Concerned about inconsistencies between schools, Knox County makes clear that students, staff and visitors will need face coverings indoors.

Superintendent Bob Thomas says the school system doesn’t have enough teachers to handle 18,000 online students this year.