Mask Clarification From DOE
Jefferson County Schools is committed to the safety of our students and employees. Since reopening school buildings for the 2020-2021 school year, the district has continued to provide updated guidance on procedures/protocols associated with the health and safety of all students, employees, and families. Over the first few days of school, there has been some […]
OFFICIAL SCHOOL CAMPUS START TIMES
OFFICIAL SCHOOL CAMPUS START TIMES Dandridge Elementary PreK-5 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Jefferson Academy 7:20 AM – 2:20 PM (Car Riders Only) Jefferson Elementary PreK-5 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Jefferson Middle 6th-8th 8:00 AM – 3:05 PM Jefferson County High 10th-12th 8:05 AM – 3:05 PM (Main Campus) Jefferson County High 9th 8:00 […]
Tax Free Day Still A Go In Tennessee!
Despite rumors to the contrary, tax free day is still a go in Tennessee! This sales tax holiday is the perfect day to shop for the multitude of supplies your kids are going to need to start the new school year. During tax free day clothing items, school supplies, and school art supplies $100 or […]
School Board To Re-Vote Due To Transparency Concerns on Two School Building Program
The question of funding for a proposed two school building program to replace Jefferson Elementary School and Piedmont Elementary School was before the Jefferson County Commission recently and the request brought conversation from Commissioners both for and against the request. Director of Jefferson County Schools, Dr. Shane Johnston, addressed the funding body looking for the […]
Distance Learning Deadline, July 26, 2020 – Jefferson County Schools Guidance on Requirements for Re-Opening
First, Starting Monday, July 27, 2020 masks will be required in school buildings for employees, visitors to campus, and students in grades 6-12. Masks remain strongly encouraged for PreK-5th grade students. Everyone should expect more guidance on this in the coming weeks and this is subject to change based on updated guidance. Secondly, parents must […]
First Day Of School For Jefferson County Updated Information From DOE
Announcement from Jefferson County Schools, Sunday, July 12, 2020 – Updated information concerning reopening of school buildings for 2020-2021. Be reminded that plans are being updated frequently and are subject to change prior to the start of school. Following today’s call, new written information will be posted on the district’s webpage and social media sites […]
Agritourism Bill Signed Into Law by Governor Lee
State Representative Jeremy Faison (R-Cosby) and Senator Frank Niceley (R-Strawberry Plains) sponsored legislation in the 111th General Assembly to protect Agritourism venues from liability. House Bill 2371 and Senate Bill 2423 shield Agritourism professionals and farm businesses from liability that may result from damage to a participant’s property during a Agritourism activity. In passing this […]
AEC Partners with TVA to Donate $30,000 to Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority To provide member assistance with electric bills
L/R – Kay Hale, Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority, Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority Representative, Mitch Cain, Scott Tipton, Tracy Jett and Greg Williams with AEC and Chris Quillen, TVA AEC is proud to announce that it has partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to award $30,000 to Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority to help the local service […]
