National Computer Science Education Week is being celebrated through Roane County SChools this week. The largest learning event in history, Computer Science Education Week aims to get K-12 students interested in computer coding. During the second week in December, students are encouraged to take part in an “Hour of Code.” During this event, students are literally expected to code for an hour. Along with coding, Computer Science Education Week also highlights the importance of computer science. Computer science is an important subject because it teaches problem-solving and analytical skills, and is an essential skill in the modern job market, with many scholarships out there dedicated to this area of study. Ask your child if they are participating in the "Hour of Code" this week!
Roane County Schools is pleased to announce this years District winners for Teacher of the Year and Principal of the Year! We are so proud of the had work you do each and everyday! The willingness to grow young minds, mentor those around you, and leave a legacy of excellence in the halls and classrooms! Congratulations to our Teachers of the Year:
Elizabeth Roberts - Dyllis Springs Elementary School, Macy Easton - Cherokee Middle School, and Rebecca Anderson - Rockwood High School!
Also a huge Congratulations to our District Principal of the Year - Mrs. Christy Kamikawa - Ridge View Elementary School! Your dedication and service to the children of Ridge View Elementary and the Rockwood Community is evident in your daily walk! Thank you for all you do to make your school and community a better place for students!
Parents and Guardians bring your children out for a visit with Santa! This event is sponsored by the KTG Foundation and Knoxville TVA Credit Union.
Roane County Schools
School Calendar 2024-2025
Traditional New Option - Revised 10/26/2023
Approved by Board on November 21, 2023
This week is National Apprentice Week. To celebrate, Jason Andrews with C.A.L.M. (Cooperative Agreement of Labor and Management) spoke with high school students about apprentice opportunities in our area. We look forward to seeing how our students will excel in the workforce!
Please join students from across Roane County Elementary Schools at the Lighting of the Christmas Tree at Roane State Community College on November 20, 2023 @ 6:00 p.m.
Join our schools on Friday November 10th as we Celebrate Our Veterans! Please see the announcement below to locate a program in your community. ”We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty..." - Ronald Reagan
We love to Celebrate the brave men and women who served in our military! Please be sure to check out all of the Veterans Day Programs happening in Roane County Schools! Be sure to visit your students school website and social media pages for more information!
We would like to send a HUGE thank you to ORNL Kingston Branch for donating materials to some of our
middle school classes. This is the third year Cindy Lyons and the rest of the ORNL team have chosen to
surprise classes with extra special items. In addition to the classroom gifts, they provided goodie bags
for every staff member in each of our middle schools. Thank you for your kindness and generosity. We
appreciate all you do for us!
Parents and Guardians: Here is a wonderful opportunity to receive some life saving training! Please follow the directions in the attached flyer to register.
There have been some changes made! Please take some time to notice and as always everyone is welcome!
What a great opportunity to support our students!
What a great opportunity for students and families! Stop by and check out this event!
Roane County Schools is asking for feedback from our stakeholders for the Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) Accountability Report for the 2023-2024 school year. Please review the draft and provide feedback using this Google Form. Public feedback will open on Tuesday, October 17 and close on Tuesday, October 24 at 11:00 pm. We appreciate and value your input.
Here is a message about free student flu shots:
Roane County Schools in conjunction with the Roane County Health Department will be giving free student Flu Shots at 5 different locations in Roane County. Please see flyer for more information: https://tinyurl.com/mrwzw8nn.
The Roane County Health Department will provide FREE STUDENT FLU SHOTS. These will be after school at five of our Elementary Schools. Students may attend any of the 5 locations to receive a FREE student flu shot.
Tonight, the Roane County School Board meeting was opened by a special guest, Mr. Easton Oran, a student from Ridge View Elementary School who lead the Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you Easton for your outstanding leadership!
Parents/ Guardians/ and Stakeholders please take a few minutes to complete the following survey. Your input on the 2023-24 Fall Esser 3.0 survey is important to us! The survey can be found here: https://forms.gle/bm1m6XCzvuqD8MK37. Thank you for your time and consideration!
Parents/ Guardians/ and Stakeholders please take a few minutes to complete the following survey. Your input on the 2023-24 Fall Esser 3.0 survey is important to us! The survey can be found here: https://forms.gle/bm1m6XCzvuqD8MK37. Thank you for your time and consideration!
Students who start each day with an academic plan find greater success in school! As parents/ guardians it is your desire for your child to have a great experience in school. Here are 5 strategies to help them find success:
1.) Communication: We all know communication is a key. Keep the lines of communication open with your child, their teachers, and the school. Use email and social media to stay informed and up to date.
2.) Organizational Skills: Helping all students stay organized is a challenge. Helping your child organize and prioritize at home will ensure that those skills transfer in the classroom. Model those practices and ask your student how they prioritize their day.
3.) Time Management: Learning time management helps students become more productive and efficient as kill need in all occupations. These skills help alleviate stress and allow student to form a certain amount of control.
4.) Foster Self-Advocacy: the ability to communicate your needs is a huge skill needed in today's classroom. Through the voice they are developing students will find greater success.
5.) Establish Routines: this is one of the most important skills learned. This skill helps reduce stress, increases organization, and allows student to perform their best. Learning to follow the process of a routine helps students to regulate behaviors, learn to think through problems and find the best solutions.
As you talk to your child about their day and what they are learning use these 5 strategies to help your student find awareness in ways to be successful in school each and every day!
