We are pleased to share the following information in the new KCS Thursday Afternoon Update regarding the status of health conditions and KCS operations.

The first day of school for Kingsport City Schools students will be Monday, August 10, 2020.

The School Nutrition Meal Benefit Application for the 20-21 school year is now available online. Applying online eliminates the possibility of lost applications and makes the approval process faster. All information is secure and confidential

With few exceptions, the Board will hold regular monthly board meetings on the second Tuesday at 6 p.m. and regular monthly work sessions on the fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Communication will be shared each Friday morning during the school year regarding the status of health conditions in our community related to COVID-19. This information will serve to provide a weekly update on school operations and make you aware of any important news or changes that will be taking place in our schools.

KCS has announced that Dr. Kelli Seymour has been named principal of John Sevier Middle School, effective immediately.

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act allows children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals at school to receive extra food benefits.

Click here for the open enrollment form for rising 6th Grade Robinson and Sevier Middle School students.

Youth Journalism International has named student journalists from John Sevier Middle School's student newspaper, The Sequoyah Scribe, international awardees.