Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week 2026! 🍎
From finding a love for reading to gaining the confidence to lead, our teachers at Blount County Schools do so much more than follow a lesson plan. They empower our students to achieve excellence every single day.
In this special video, Director Justin Ridge, Chief of Operations Courtney Whitehead, and our district leaders share how their former teachers shaped who they are today. Watch here: https://youtu.be/aRJQTSy9VeI
Who was the teacher who changed everything for you? Let us know in the comments! 👇#BlountCountyStrong #TNEd #TeacherAppreciation
From finding a love for reading to gaining the confidence to lead, our teachers at Blount County Schools do so much more than follow a lesson plan. They empower our students to achieve excellence every single day.
In this special video, Director Justin Ridge, Chief of Operations Courtney Whitehead, and our district leaders share how their former teachers shaped who they are today. Watch here: https://youtu.be/aRJQTSy9VeI
Who was the teacher who changed everything for you? Let us know in the comments! 👇#BlountCountyStrong #TNEd #TeacherAppreciation
Confidence? ✅ Eye contact? ✅ Handshake? Solid! 🤝✨
Our Montvale Ambassadors put their skills to the test during the "Great Shake" competition! These student leaders rotated through events like the "Circle of Doom" and "The Gauntlet," proving they have the poise and professionalism to handle any situation.
A huge thank you to our coaches and community judges for helping our students strive for excellence! #BlountCountySchools #TNEd #MontvaleKnights #EquippedStudents #FutureLeaders
Our Montvale Ambassadors put their skills to the test during the "Great Shake" competition! These student leaders rotated through events like the "Circle of Doom" and "The Gauntlet," proving they have the poise and professionalism to handle any situation.
A huge thank you to our coaches and community judges for helping our students strive for excellence! #BlountCountySchools #TNEd #MontvaleKnights #EquippedStudents #FutureLeaders
Happy School Nutrition Staff Appreciation Day! 🥛🍎 We are so grateful for our dedicated teams who keep our students powered up for excellence every day.
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
Behind every great school is a dedicated leader! 🎓 Today is School Principal’s Day, and we want to celebrate the visionary leaders across Blount County Schools. From guiding our teachers to supporting every student’s success, our principals lead with heart, wisdom, and grit.
Thank you for everything you do to make our schools a place where students thrive! Leave a comment to shout out your favorite BCS Principal! 👇
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong
Who makes the morning commute the best part of the day? 🚌✨
They are the first friendly faces our students see in the morning and the last ones to wave goodbye in the afternoon.
Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Thank you for your commitment to safety and for being such an important part of our students' daily journeys. 🏔️💙
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #BusDriverAppreciation #ThankYou
The glue that holds us all together!
📎 Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the best teams in the business. We appreciate everything you do to keep our schools running smoothly! 💙
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #OfficeHeroes
Montvale families: Montvale will be open and operating on a regular schedule tomorrow, Tuesday, April 14. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Your student’s well-being is our priority! 💙 Join us on July 20th for the BCS Health & Well-Being Fair.
What to expect:
✅ Meet school counselors, nurses, and the Friends Program.
✅ Identify local community resources.
✅ Get help with school meal applications.
✅ On-site translator services.
Swipe for details ➡️ and mark your calendars!
📍 831 Grandview Drive, Maryville
⏰ 4:00 - 6:00 PM
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #StudentSupport #HealthyStudents
What to expect:
✅ Meet school counselors, nurses, and the Friends Program.
✅ Identify local community resources.
✅ Get help with school meal applications.
✅ On-site translator services.
Swipe for details ➡️ and mark your calendars!
📍 831 Grandview Drive, Maryville
⏰ 4:00 - 6:00 PM
#BlountCountySchools #BlountCountyStrong #StudentSupport #HealthyStudents
📢 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!
#BlountCountySchools
#BlountCountyStrong
📚✨ 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!
#BlountCountyStrong
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
🎒 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
