Blount County School District
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🌟 Big News for Blount County Schools!
We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own Jon Young has been named the East Region Study Council Supervisor Chair for the Tennessee Department of Education!
This is a prestigious honor that highlights Jon’s dedication to educational excellence and his leadership within our region. Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement and the positive impact he continues to make for our students and community.
Congratulations, Jon! 🎊👏
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
Excellence is in the air at BCS! 🎓✨ We are incredibly proud to celebrate over 50 students from across the district who earned a 30 or higher on the ACT. These scholars were recently honored at our Board of Education meeting for their dedication, late-night study sessions, and academic drive. To our students: Your hard work is opening doors to a bright future, and we can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next! Help us congratulate these academic stars in the comments below! 👇 #BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #ACTExcellence #StudentSuccess #FutureLeaders
🎶 A Performance to Remember!
We were treated to a special performance at tonight’s board meeting! A huge shoutout to the Carpenters Elementary School Singers for sharing their incredible talents with us. From the wonderful costumes to the joyful choreography, these students truly brought the "heart" of our district to life. Catch them May 8 and 9 at William Blount High School for the full performance of Disney Through the Decades!
Thank you, CES Singers, for reminding us why the arts are such a vital part of Blount County Schools! 🌟
📢 Update for Montvale Elementary Families
Montvale Elementary will be open tomorrow! Our BCS maintenance team has replaced all potentially impacted lighting, and we are ready to safely welcome students back to the classroom.
See you in the morning, Montvale!
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#BlountCountyStrong
Blount County Schools is thrilled to announce Tisha Welshan as our Leader of Innovation for this quarter! 🏆
Tisha is a true trailblazer, making history as the first-ever social worker in BCS. She has stepped into a brand-new role and built a vital system of support from the ground up—strengthening student well-being and connecting our families with life-changing resources.
We are so proud of the heart and innovation Tisha brings to our district every day. Please join us in the comments by congratulating her! 🦅✨
Special thanks to our wonderful partners at Southern Twist Nutrition for their generous donation to this project and their unwavering support of our schools! 🥤💙
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #LeaderOfInnovation #StudentSupport #CommunityPartners
Tisha is a true trailblazer, making history as the first-ever social worker in BCS. She has stepped into a brand-new role and built a vital system of support from the ground up—strengthening student well-being and connecting our families with life-changing resources.
We are so proud of the heart and innovation Tisha brings to our district every day. Please join us in the comments by congratulating her! 🦅✨
Special thanks to our wonderful partners at Southern Twist Nutrition for their generous donation to this project and their unwavering support of our schools! 🥤💙
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #LeaderOfInnovation #StudentSupport #CommunityPartners
Help keep our schools strong! 🍎
Blount County Schools is hiring Substitute Teachers and Support Staff through ESS.
Enjoy a schedule that works for your family—no nights, weekends, or holidays! Perks include:
- Extra income during school hours.
- Health benefits & 401(k).
- Ongoing training & exciting bonuses.
Apply today at ESS.com or call 865.227.9156.
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
Blount County Schools is hiring Substitute Teachers and Support Staff through ESS.
Enjoy a schedule that works for your family—no nights, weekends, or holidays! Perks include:
- Extra income during school hours.
- Health benefits & 401(k).
- Ongoing training & exciting bonuses.
Apply today at ESS.com or call 865.227.9156.
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
🌟 Big News for Blount County Schools!
We are incredibly proud to announce that our very own Jon Young has been named the East Region Study Council Supervisor Chair for the Tennessee Department of Education!
This is a prestigious honor that highlights Jon’s dedication to educational excellence and his leadership within our region. Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement and the positive impact he continues to make for our students and community.
Congratulations, Jon! 🎊👏
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
Big cheers for one of our own! 🥳 We are thrilled to announce Lindsey Roddy from Eagleton Elementary School as our Spirit of BCS award recipient for this quarter! 🏆
As a proud alumna, Lindsey’s journey has come full circle. Her dedication to giving back to the school that shaped her is truly inspiring. Whether she’s in the classroom or supporting the wider school community, her heart for Eagleton shines through in everything she does. 🦅✨
Please join us in congratulating Lindsey on this well-deserved honor!
A special thank you to our wonderful partners at The Artistic Bean for their generous donation and steadfast support of Blount County Schools. Together, we are #BlountCountyStrong.
As a proud alumna, Lindsey’s journey has come full circle. Her dedication to giving back to the school that shaped her is truly inspiring. Whether she’s in the classroom or supporting the wider school community, her heart for Eagleton shines through in everything she does. 🦅✨
Please join us in congratulating Lindsey on this well-deserved honor!
A special thank you to our wonderful partners at The Artistic Bean for their generous donation and steadfast support of Blount County Schools. Together, we are #BlountCountyStrong.
🎶 Big stage. Big voices. BIG Gov pride! 🎶
Our WBHS Choir took their talents all the way to Carnegie Hall this weekend for the Harmonic Convergence Concert—joining incredible students from across the country and representing East Tennessee in the best way possible! 🌟
From rehearsals to showtime, these Governors showed dedication, passion, and true musical excellence. We couldn’t be more proud of how they represented William Blount on one of the world’s most iconic stages!
#FightOnGovs #BlountCountyStrong
GOLD & SILVER for the Governors! 🥇🥈
Our WBHS students crushed it at the SkillsUSA State Competition!
✨ Savannah Garner – State Champion (Photography)
✨ Kaitlyn White – 2nd Place (Welding Sculpture)
✨ Scott Reagan – State Competitor (Excellence in Trade)
We are incredibly proud of the creativity, grit, and skill these students brought to the competition. The future of Blount County is looking bright! 🌟
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #FightOnGovs #SkillsUSA #StudentSuccess #Photography #Welding
📚✨ COMING SOON: BCS TEACHER DEPOT! ✨📚
Blount County Schools teachers — get ready! Something exciting is headed your way! 👀
The BCS Teacher Depot will soon be opening its doors as your new go-to spot for supplemental classroom resources to help support learning across the county!
🗓 Open the FIRST Saturday of every month
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Noon)
🌟 New Teachers Early Access: 7:30 AM on open Saturdays
We can’t wait to serve and support our amazing BCS educators as you continue making a difference in every classroom, every day! Stay tuned for more details!
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Reading is truly fun for everyone! 📚✨
Our students at Union Grove Elementary had a blast celebrating Read Across America Week! Thanks to the generosity of the Blount County Education Foundation and Six Mile Baptist Church, every student got to select a free book of their own to take home.
A huge shoutout to our WBHS Teaching as a Profession students for visiting and reading to our younger learners—it’s amazing to see our high schoolers mentoring the next generation! We are so grateful for our community partners who help make academic growth a priority for every child.
Check out the smiles below! 👇
#BCSExcellence #BlountCountyStrong #FutureReady #ReadingIsPower #CommunityPartners
Blount County Schools Shine! 🏆 Several of our schools were honored at the March Board of Education meeting for their outstanding performance during the 2024-2025 school year! The Tennessee Department of Education has recognized our schools for their dedication to student growth and achievement: ✨ Reward School Status: 6 of our schools earned this prestigious designation for being among the top-performing schools in the state. 📈 Level 5 Status: 6 of our schools achieved a Level 5—the highest possible score—for student growth. 🌟 The "Double Crown": A special shout-out to the 3 schools that achieved BOTH Reward School and Level 5 status! Congratulations to the students, teachers, and staff whose hard work made these honors possible. It’s a great day to be part of Blount County Schools! 🍎
We are beyond excited to announce the launch of the BCS Teacher Depot! Starting this July, we’re opening the doors to a space dedicated entirely to supporting our incredible educators. 📍 Location: William Blount 9th Grade Academy 🗓️ When: One Saturday every month 💰 Cost: ABSOLUTELY FREE! Whether you're looking to refresh your classroom or grab some essential supplies, we’ve got you covered. Mark your calendars—we can’t wait to see you there!
🎒 Start Your Journey with Blount County Schools!
We are thrilled to announce that 2026 PreK & Kindergarten Registration will take place on Friday, April 10, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at all elementary school sites district-wide! 🏔️📚
Whether your little one is joining the Class of 2039 or 2040, we are ready to welcome you into the BCS family with open arms.
What you need to know:
✅ Greater Flexibility: No registration by last name this year—visit your school anytime during the 8 AM – 2 PM window!
✅ Unified Process: We’ve streamlined our forms for a more consistent, informative experience for every family.
✅ Planning Ahead: You will receive your student's specific staggered start dates right at registration.
⚠️ Important Note: There will be no school for current PreK and Kindergarten students on April 10 to allow our staff to focus on welcoming our newest learners.
For more information on required documentation and residency, please visit our district website or contact your local school. We can’t wait to see those smiling faces!
#BCSExcellence #BlountCountyStrong #FutureReady #BlountCountySchools
🔧✨ You’re Invited to the WBHS CTE Showcase! ✨🔧
William Blount High School is excited to welcome our community to a special CTE Open House on March 5, 2026, from 4:30–7:00 PM!
Come explore the opportunities our Career & Technical Education programs provide for students preparing for college, careers, and beyond.
👀 What to expect:
🔹 Tour our beautifully renovated CTE building
🔹 See students working on real projects
🔹 Meet our amazing teachers and program leaders
🔹 Learn how WBHS prepares students for the future
Whether you're a student, parent, or community member, we’d love for you to stop by and see the incredible work happening at WBHS!
📧 RSVP: lisa.collins@blountk12.org
We can’t wait to see you there, Govs! 💙🧡
#FightOnGovs #BlountCountyStrong
🌸☀️ Spring Break is almost here! ☀️🌸
Blount County Schools will be on Spring Break March 16 – March 20, so get ready for a well-deserved week to relax, recharge, and enjoy some sunshine! 🌴😎
📅 Reminder:
Teachers return for a Professional Development Day on Monday, March 23, so students will not be in school that day.
We hope our families enjoy the break and come back refreshed and ready to finish the semester strong!
#BlountCountyStrong
Blount County Schools will be on Spring Break March 16 – March 20, so get ready for a well-deserved week to relax, recharge, and enjoy some sunshine! 🌴😎
📅 Reminder:
Teachers return for a Professional Development Day on Monday, March 23, so students will not be in school that day.
We hope our families enjoy the break and come back refreshed and ready to finish the semester strong!
#BlountCountyStrong
Blount County Schools will discuss information on the Vocational Rehabilitation Program for the January Parent Information Night from 6-7 p.m., Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 831 Grandview Drive, Maryville, TN. The program supports individuals in employment as well as independent living through career readiness training.
