Safety upgrades to student dismissal at Girdler Elementary
Dear Girdler Elementary Families, The Knox County Board of Education is proactively addressing safety concerns in our district. One of which involves students at Girdler …
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KCPS equips buses with lifesaving Overdose Response Kits
As part of ongoing efforts to keep students and staff safe, Knox County Public Schools (KCPS) has taken an important step toward overdose preparedness. While …
Board approves 2026-2027 academic year calendar
The Knox County Board of Education took action on Friday, February 27, to approve next school year’s academic calendar. Following a survey of staff and …
Knox County Board to Conduct Monthly Meeting on Friday
(BARBOURVILLE, Ky.) – The Knox County Board of Education will conduct their next regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Friday, February 27, 2026, 12 pm noon, …
KCPS receives nearly $1 million for distance learning and telehealth
Knox County Public Schools (KCPS) has been awarded nearly $1 million in federal funding through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to enhance distance …
SESC identifies four schools achieving PBIS Tier 2 recognition
Knox County Public Schools is proud to announce that four schools have been recognized for reaching Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Tier 2 status …
Student due dates for NTI assignments (updated)
Updated: February 24, 2026 This winter has brought with it many challenges with forecasts and clearing roads for us to have in-person instruction. As of …
Lynn Camp High School Introduces Allen Mitchell as Head Football Coach
Lynn Camp High School is proud to announce the hiring of Allen Mitchell as the next head coach of the Wildcat football program. As a …
GR Hampton Elementary Recognized as a “Bright Spot” for Beating the Odds in Third-Grade Reading
GR Hampton Elementary has been recognized as a “Bright Spot,” earning the distinction of being the top-rated school in Kentucky for third-grade reading achievement while …