Director Hixson visited VHS to recognize a TEAM that has worked so hard over the past year for our students. Mr. Josh Castle, VHS Assistant Principal stated, “Our geometry teachers at VHS have grown a tremendous amount as a group and have shown commitment to collaboration and the PLC process as a whole. They have gone from meeting during collaboration times, because that was the expectation, to now working together constantly. They have been seen in the hallways together working and discussing next steps and strategies. Their work and commitment has led to a well-structured and positive environment within the geometry department and I am excited to see where they take our student success.” Mr. Taylor attributes success to the ladies he works with and said he couldn’t do his job without them. This is what true collaboration looks like! Thank you VHS Geometry Team!
Visit: https://www.donorschoose.org/hawkinscountyschools?active=true
*Internet Safety Law requires schools to establish and enforce acceptable use policies for students and employees. This law also requires schools to teach about digital citizenship and safe online behaviors.
*Cell phone usage is banned during the school day except in emergencies or for specific health conditions.
*Student Data Privacy regulates the way third party venders handle student data, forbidding them from using the data for anything except educational purposes.
*School districts are required to adopt and implement anti-bullying policies which specifically address cyberbullying and harassment.
A huge thank you to the Surgoinsville Water Department and the Town of Surgoinsville for their prompt and efficient response. Their hard work ensured that our facilities could return to normal operations quickly. We appreciate your patience and understanding!
FREE ADAPTED FOOTBALL CAMP FOR CHILDREN OF DIVERSE ABILITIES
Date: September 27, 2025
Location: Elizabethton High School
Address: 907 Jason Witten Way, Elizabethton, TN 37643
Event Schedule:
Volunteer Arrival: 4:00 PM
Waiver/Shirt Pick Up: 4:30 PM
Dream Team Camp: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Key Features:
Cost: The camp is a FREE experience.
Activities: Campers will run through a team helmet, complete adapted drills on the turf, and participate in simulated game play.
Instruction: Stations are led by experienced football coaches, with support from special education staff, high school players, and therapists.
Focus: The camp emphasizes fun, social interactions, football skills, and physical exercise.
Important Details:
Parents/Guardians must remain on-site for the duration of the camp.
Follow the "Dream Team Adapted Sports" Facebook page for updates.
How to Get Involved:
To Register: Use the QR code or visit the "Dream Team Adapted Sports" Facebook page.
To Volunteer: Use the QR code or visit the "Dream Team Adapted Sports" Facebook page.
Sponsorship Contact: Jessica Lenden-Holt at jlh@mysidekicktherapy.com or (423) 895-1243.
Sponsorship Tiers:
$25: Camp Supporter (Provides a jersey and snack for one camper)
$250: Station Sponsor
$500+: Gold Sponsor
$1,000+: Dream Sponsor
The faculty and staff officially returned on Wednesday, July 30, for a General Meeting. The event featured a comedic guest speaker and set the tone for the year with a powerful challenge: "MISSION POSSIBLE." This initiative reflects the belief that with teamwork and dedication, the 2025-26 school year will be a resounding success. Hawkins County Schools now invites all families and community members to join in this mission, working together to make this year the best and most successful yet.
Each student may receive one FREE breakfast and one FREE lunch each day. If students wish to purchase extras or a la carte items, they should have cash or money on their meal account. Parents/guardians may add money to accounts by cash or check at school or online at www.myschoolbucks.com for a nominal fee. My School Bucks is also a great tool to monitor purchases for free!
Please encourage your child to participate in the meal program! High participation helps keep our meals FREE for everyone!
Wireless devices: New state law (P.C. 103, TCA 49-6-320) means no personal wireless devices during the instructional day (including lunch) at HCS campuses. Devices for medical plans or emergencies are exceptions.
Instructional Day:
Drop off time for all schools: no earlier than 7:15 am
Elementary Schools: 8:00 – 3:00 pm
Middle and High Schools: 7:45 – 2:45 pm
Bulls Gap (K-8) and Clinch (K-12): 8:00 – 3:00 pm
Visit our online student handbook for the latest updates: https://www.hck12.net/page/student-handbook
Drop off time for all schools: no earlier than 7:15 am
Instructional Day
Elementary Schools: 8:00 – 3:00 pm
Middle and High Schools: 7:45 – 2:45 pm
Bulls Gap (K-8) and Clinch (K-12): 8:00 – 3:00 pm
We look forward to another great year in Hawkins County. Welcome Back!
July 28th, 9-11am at Hawkins Elementary School
Benefits: school schedule, nights, weekends, and holidays off, sick days, summers off, competitive benefits package, and work with awesome people!
Schools with openings: Joseph Rogers, Mooresburg, Surgoinsville Elementary, Volunteer, Bulls Gap, Church Hill Elementary and Middle, Hawkins Elem. We look forward to seeing you there!
Tuesday, July 15
10:10-11:10 YMCA at CVES
Thursday, July 17
9:45-10:30 GVM Day Care S. Depot St.
11:45-12:15 Rogersville City Park
12:45-1:45 Camp Hope
4:00-5:00 First United Methodist Church in Surgoinsville
Tuesday, July 22
10-10:30 YMCA at CVES
11-12 Landings Apartment
Thursday, July 24
10-11 Rogersville Wal-mart
11:15-12:30 Rogersville City Park
