Jefferson County Schools

10/28/2026

Everyday Heroes were on hand to help start the school day at Dandridge Elementary School!

As part of Red Ribbon Week, Dandridge Elementary is embracing the theme "Everyday Heroes" to encourage healthy choices and positive lifestyles. On today's "Peace Out to Drugs" spirit day, the Dandridge Police Department and Dr. Tommy Arnold greeted students during morning arrival while students and staff celebrated by wearing tie-dye and neon colors.

Thank you to the Dandridge Police Department for helping make Ribbon Week a meaningful and memorable experience for students!



[Image Description] School staff in tie-dye and bright colors pose with Dr. Tommy Arnold and members of the Dandridge Police Department. Additional photos show officers and Dr. Arnold greeting students during morning arrival.

10/28/2026

🎃 Thursday, October 29, 5-7 p.m.: Families with elementary-aged children and younger are invited to Jefferson Co High School's annual Trunk or Treat event in the JCHS main parking lot! JCHS student clubs, teams, and organizations are hard at work preparing for this year's event, and they can't wait to welcome families for an evening of fun and treats.

Note: In the event of inclement weather, this will be moved indoors.

10/27/2026

NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Our Jefferson County Army JROTC Patriot Raiders are bringing home a national title!

Competing at the National Raider Challenge at Fort Knox, Kentucky, the Patriot Raiders earned the National Championship in the All-Service Mixed (Coed) Division, finishing first among 55 teams from across the United States and overseas.

The team also captured first-place finishes in the Ultimate Raider, Physical Strength Test, and Cross Country Rescue events, showcasing the teamwork, resilience, leadership, and determination that define the Patriot Raiders program.

Congratulations to these National Champion Patriot Raiders:

• Marek Artrip
• Bryson Batts
• Gabriel Grubb (Assistant Commander)
• Summer Hanson
• Elijah Lewis
• Fyvie McDonald
• Karly Napier
• Raelynn Peer
• Zane Peer
• Savannah Story
• Will Smith
• Aumni Toomire (Assistant Commander)
• Tanner Williams
• CJ Worley (Team Commander)

This remarkable achievement reflects countless hours of training, preparation, and commitment from these cadets and their instructors. We are incredibly proud of the way they represented Jefferson Co High School and our community on the national stage.

Congratulations to our National Champion Patriot Raiders!

10/27/2026

Please join us in celebrating Jefferson Co High School teacher Ms. Haley Gentry!

Ms. Gentry, who leads the biology department at JCHS, was recognized during last night's Jefferson County Board of Education Work Session after being selected to serve on the Tennessee Department of Education's 2026-27 Science Advisory Council.

Chosen from more than 200 applicants, she is one of just 26 educators selected statewide and one of only three chosen from our CORE region. Through this role, she will help provide educator insight and support science teaching and learning across Tennessee.

We are proud of Ms. Gentry for representing Jefferson County Schools and helping shape the future of science education for students across our state!



[Image Description] Ms. Haley Gentry stands smiling with her daughter between JCS Supervisor of Secondary Education Michelle Walker and Director of Schools Dr. Tommy Arnold while being recognized during a Jefferson County Board of Education Work Session.

10/26/2026

🎃 Thursday, October 29, 5-7 p.m.: Elementary-aged children and younger are invited to Jefferson Co High School's annual Trunk or Treat event in the JCHS main parking lot! JCHS student clubs, teams, and organizations are hard at work preparing for this year's event, and they can't wait to welcome families for an evening of fun and treats.

Note: In the event of inclement weather, this will be moved indoors.

10/26/2026

🌟 Celebrating the people behind student success!

At the Employee Recognition Banquet, Jefferson County Schools proudly recognized our Teachers of the Year, Novice Teachers of the Year, Classified Employees of the Year, district-wide SACC and School Nutrition honorees, and the late J. Ray Walker.

These individuals represent the heart of our schools through their service, leadership, dedication, and care for students. Thank you for all you do to help our students learn, grow, and succeed.

Take a look through the photos and join us in celebrating these outstanding educators and staff members. Chances are you'll recognize some familiar faces making a difference across Jefferson County Schools every day!

10/25/2026

We're grateful for community partners who create opportunities for our families to connect and have fun together!

Jefferson Memorial Hospital invites families to its free Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy Halloween-themed activities, treats, and festive fun in the hospital parking lot.



[Image Description] Flyer promoting Jefferson Memorial Hospital's Trunk or Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5-7 p.m. The free community event will be held in the hospital parking lot and features Halloween-themed activities, treats, and family-friendly fun.

10/24/2026

⭐ Jefferson County Schools is looking for dependable, caring individuals to join our team as substitute teachers!

Substituting is a great way to support our students and staff while enjoying a flexible schedule and making a difference in our schools. Learn more and apply here:
https://jcschoolstn.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5677337

Please share and help us spread the word!

10/23/2026

🏈 Let’s go, Patriots! It’s Senior Night in the Valley as Jefferson County Patriot Football takes on Morristown East. Get there early for senior recognitions before kickoff!

Suit up. It’s game day.
Senior night recognition before kickoff, so come early!

10/23/2026

🚁 It wasn't your typical first period at Jefferson Co High School. Students enrolled in health-related classes had an exciting opportunity to get an up-close look at a helicopter, explore its features, and learn about its role in emergency medical services!

Experiences like these bring classroom learning to life, expose students to potential career pathways, and connect education to real-world opportunities that will positively impact their future. At Jefferson County Schools, we're proud to provide meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that inspire students to explore their futures and prepare for success beyond the classroom.



📰 Created in collaboration with JCHS Service Learning