One of my favorite times with my school staff was always “theme” building. Teams would form, competitions would begin and the grade levels would bond in a united goal to …
Services Tuesday for Delilah Johnson
The oldest of seven children, Delilah Gail Johnson became a “bonus” parent to her younger siblings. They now say she fulfilled her role as first born flawlessly.
Mrs. Johnson passed away …
Destina LaRue outsmarts her fifth graders
I want to introduce you to Destina LaRue, fifth-grade teacher at Copper Ridge Elementary.
Destina says, “I have been teaching at The Ridge for 12 years. I’ve always loved it at …
Construction nears an end at Adrian Burnett
We’re all just fine
Leaders at Adrian Burnett Elementary School in North Knox County wore special T-shirts at the start of school this year. Knox TN Today ran the photo below …
Owen Taylor is Mr. Football Kicker of the Year
Halls kicker Owen Taylor was named Tennessee Titans Mr. Football Kicker of the Year.
Tennessee’s best high school football players for 2023 were recognized at the Tennessee Titans Mr. Football awards …
Breakfast with the Grinch on December 9
Join the Grinch for a delightful breakfast on Saturday, December 9, 10-11 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at Sacred Ground Hospice House, 1120 Dry Gap Pike in Knoxville.
Breakfast includes …
Brickey-McCloud students get hands on at camp
“It was another spectacular day teaching some of my favorite classes with another Brickey-McCloud Elementary group!” says Weston Babelay. Weston was teaching fifth grade students at River Ridge Environmental Camp …
North area schools, Mill Creek, Virtual School announce TOY
Last week, schools announced teachers selected by their peers to represent the school as 2023 Teachers of the Year. The Knox County Teacher of the Year for each grade band …