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KCSO: 7th grader arrested after 'hit list' post on social media threatening some Knox Co. schools
Educator Of The Week
Educator of the Week for 9/9 – Zak Holt
Channel 10, in partnership with the Tennessee Lottery, recognizes educators who are making a difference in our community.
Education
KCS delays vote on anti-discrimination policy changes while advocates speak on state 'outing' law on Thursday
Advocates gathered during a KCS meeting Thursday to speak on proposed changes to the district's discrimination policies and a document sent to principals in August.
Local News
East TN school administrators say safety is their top priority after 2 school threats reported on Friday
Approaches vary, and can be costly, but administrators in Clinton and Alcoa told WBIR that nothing is more important than their students.
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People share concerns over Jefferson Elementary School at school board meeting
WBIR recently reported concerns from teachers, principals and district leaders about the need for renovations or an entirely new school for the students.
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Union County breaks ground on new $41 million middle school
Horace Maynard Middle School's new facility is set to open in the fall of 2026, with an 850-student capacity.
Education
Education advocates expect Tennessee lawmakers to propose legislation on cell phones in schools
A dozen other states have passed laws about cell phone use in schools and three states passed bans on them.
Local News
KCS to vote on proposals replacing language that protects students from specific kinds of discrimination
The proposals would remove language listing the types of discrimination students are protected from, replacing it with generalized language.
Education
Knoxville College hopes to soon regain accreditation after losing it around 30 years ago
The HBCU needs to meet several standards to be eligible for accreditation, and alumnus said they hope to soon see their college back open.
Educator Of The Week
Educator of the Week for 9/2 - Sara Cochran
Channel 10, in partnership with the Tennessee Lottery, recognizes educators who are making a difference in our community.
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Claxton to soon welcome elementary students at new school
The new school is meant to replace its current building, which faces a variety of structural issues.
Educator Of The Week
Educator of the Week for 9/2 – Sara Cochran
Channel 10, in partnership with the Tennessee Lottery, recognizes educators who are making a difference in our community.
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