What an unforgettable couple of days celebrating Attendance Awareness Month across our district!
On Wednesday, our schools brought the team energy for Sports Day ("My Presence Makes Me a Champion!"). Today, our students and staff took center stage dressed as their favorite book and movie characters for "My Presence Deserves the Spotlight!"
Scroll through to see a few of our star students and staff in action!
Don't forget: Tomorrow is the last day before Fall Break! Help us end the week on a high note by wearing your school colors and showing ultimate school spirit. Let's make sure everyone shows up and is counted!
#HCSignite #yourpresencematters #attendance
District Announcement: Community Health Assessment
The Hawkins County Health Council wants to hear from YOU!
Your answers to the questions help us learn the biggest health needs in Hawkins County and how to best address them. Results create a road map that many community organizations and government entities will follow to address needs and concerns in our community. Please use the links provided. Thank you for participating!
English: https://tdhrc.health.tn.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=NHXWLTXM4KDPADD7
Spanish: https://tdhrc.health.tn.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=DLWR7JCDTKT348LL
Today, we are repping our favorite teams for Sports Day—because every great team needs every player in the game! Then tomorrow, Thursday, October 1, get ready to bring your favorite stories to life for Movie & Book Character Day!
Thank you to our students and staff for bringing their superpowers to class every single day. Every day in school builds a brighter future, so let's keep this momentum going, continue to participate, and most importantly—BE PRESENT!
#HCSignite #AttendanceAwareness #YourPresenceMatters #SuperheroAttendance #BePresent
What an incredible start to our Attendance Week! Our students and staff brought the energy today, showing off their favorite bands, musicians, and rockstar styles. Every day in school counts, and today proved that showing up is always in style!
Check out some of our rockstar students and staff rocking their favorite music gear!
LOOKING AHEAD TO TOMORROW:
Don't break the streak! Tomorrow's theme is "My Presence is Super!"
Break out your favorite superhero shirt as we continue to soar toward our attendance goals. See you all bright and early!
#HCSignite #AttendanceMonth #AttendanceMatters #MyPresenceRocks
District Reminder:
We’re inviting students and staff across Hawkins County Schools to participate in our Attendance Awareness Month Dress-Up Days from September 28–October 2.
Sept. 28 – My Presence Rocks! 🎸
Be a Rock Star Day! Wear a shirt of your favorite singer/band.
Sept. 29 – My Presence Is Super! 🦸
Superhero Day! Wear your favorite superhero shirt. Sometimes, all you have to do to be a hero is show up.
Sept. 30 – My Presence Makes Me a Champion! 🏆
Jersey/Sports Day! Represent your favorite team, athlete, or sport.
Oct. 1 – My Presence Deserves the Spotlight! 🎬📚
Movie/Book Character Day! Bring your favorite character to life.
Oct. 2 – My Presence Matters! 💙❤️
School Spirit Day! Show your school pride and finish Attendance Awareness Month strong!
So, have a little fun, join us, and help us spread the message that being present matters!
We encourage you to take pictures participating in each day’s theme and share them on your social media accounts.
Please use:
#YourPresenceMatters
#HCSIgnite
Thank you for helping us make attendance something worth celebrating! Every day a student is in school is another opportunity to learn, connect, grow, and succeed.
As September comes to a close, we want to thank all of our families, students, and staff for making attendance a priority this month!
While Attendance Awareness Month is ending, our commitment to student success never stops. Building strong habits, staying engaged, and showing up ready to learn is a year-round effort.
Remember: Your Presence Matters! EVERYDAY!
Let’s keep this momentum going all school year long!
#HCSignites #YourPresenceMatters #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #AttendanceCounts #HawkinsCountySchools
Don't forget to show off your creativity for Attendance Awareness Month! We are accepting entries for our Poster and Video Contest.
Deadline: All entries are due by September 30.
Theme: Your Presence Matters!
Check with your teacher or school office for complete submission guidelines. We can’t wait to see your fantastic work!
#HCSignites #YourPresenceMatters #StudentContest #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #HawkinsCountySchools
On this September 10th, Hawkins County Schools extends our thanks to the dedicated men and women who drive our buses. Rain or shine, you safely transport our community’s most precious cargo with care, patience, and faithful service.
Please join us in giving a tip of the hat to our extraordinary HCS bus drivers today!
#HCSignite #UTrust #BusDriverAppreciation
Our private school and notice for disabilities meeting is scheduled for October 2nd at 9am at the Special Education Building, 200 North Depot Street, Rogersville Tennessee.
Building strong reading skills starts early:
🟢 64% of students with good attendance in Kindergarten and 1st grade are reading on grade level by 3rd grade.
🔴 Only 17% of students who are chronically absent (missing 18+ days across K & 1st grade) reach grade-level reading by 3rd grade.
Attendance matters in ALL grades—from Kindergarten through high school graduation! Every lesson builds on the last, and we want all of our students to thrive.
#HCSignites #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #YourPresenceMatters #LiteracyMatters #StudentSuccess
District Announcement: Safety first. As required by Tennessee state law and through our ongoing commitment to student safety, Hawkins County Schools will be showing age- appropriate firearm safety education videos to all students on Friday, September 4, 2026.
We are proud to have partnered with the Hawkins County Sheriff’s Department to create these valuable resources. Parents and guardians, we encourage you to preview the videos ahead of time on our website!
Watch them here: https://www.hck12.net/page/firearm-safety
#HCSignite #StudentSafety
We’re inviting students and staff across Hawkins County Schools to participate in our Attendance Awareness Month Dress-Up Days from September 28–October 2.
Sept. 28 – My Presence Rocks! 🎸
Be a Rock Star Day! Wear a shirt of your favorite singer/band.
Sept. 29 – My Presence Is Super! 🦸
Superhero Day! Wear your favorite superhero shirt. Sometimes, all you have to do to be a hero is show up.
Sept. 30 – My Presence Makes Me a Champion! 🏆
Jersey/Sports Day! Represent your favorite team, athlete, or sport.
Oct. 1 – My Presence Deserves the Spotlight! 🎬📚
Movie/Book Character Day! Bring your favorite character to life.
Oct. 2 – My Presence Matters! 💙❤️
School Spirit Day! Show your school pride and finish Attendance Awareness Month strong!
So, have a little fun, join us, and help us spread the message that being present matters!
We encourage you to take pictures participating in each day’s theme and share them on your social media accounts.
Please use:
#YourPresenceMatters
#HCSIgnite
Thank you for helping us make attendance something worth celebrating! Every day a student is in school is another opportunity to learn, connect, grow, and succeed.
Every day starts with a step in the right direction!
Consistent daily routines help set our students up for long-term success. Whether walking through the front doors or catching the school bus, showing up every single day makes all the difference in building lifelong learning habits.
Let’s keep the momentum going this September—Come to school EVERYDAY!
#HCSignites #YourPresenceMatters #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #EveryDayCounts #SchoolReady
In-School Student Flu Vaccine Clinics Coming Soon!
Hawkins County Schools is partnering with the Hawkins County Health Department to offer convenient, in-school flu vaccine clinics during the school day for students!
Pre-register your student online here: https://tdhrc.health.tn.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=8JMYPJXDXYX4XCAW
2026 Flu Clinic Schedule:
Monday, Sept 28: MCES, CVES, SCES, MES
Tuesday, Sept 29: SES, SMS, JRP, CHS
Wednesday, Sept 30: CHES, VHS, BGS, HES
Thursday, Oct 1: CHMS, RMS, Pathways, Clinch
Second Dose Schedule: Wednesday, Nov 4: All necessary locations (Required for students receiving the flu vaccine for the first time).
Questions? Contact your local health department representative:
Church Hill Area: Brandon Stipes, BSN, RN | (423) 357-5341 or Brandon.Stipes@tn.gov
Rogersville Area: Hannah Hunter, BSN, RN | (423) 272-7641 or Hannah.Hunter@tn.gov
Huge shoutout to these incredible educators working together behind the scenes to make learning seamless! And special thanks to Rogersville City School for joining us as well. #HCSignite #BetterTogether #HawkinsCountySchools
Due to a recent state system update, Skyward data is currently not syncing smoothly to Thrillshare. This may temporarily affect parent logins, contact info, and automated calls (including transportation).
We will continue sending notifications through normal channels, but please check our Facebook page, website LiveFeed (www.hck12.net), or the HCS Mobile App Feed for the most up-to-date information.
For assistance with the HCS App, please contact Nikki Manning at 423-272-7629 ext. 2053. Thank you for your patience!
District Announcement:
Real Learning First, Safe Tech Second!
At Hawkins County Schools, direct, face-to-face instruction always comes first! In alignment with Tennessee's screen time law, classroom devices are strictly used to support—never replace—our incredible teachers. In grade K-5, students will have lessons in internet safety.
We’re also proud to utilize MagicSchool, the only approved AI platform for HCS students. Designed specifically for K-12 education, MagicSchool helps our students:
Build future-ready digital literacy & critical thinking skills
Learn in a safe, age-appropriate environment that protects student privacy
Receive personalized academic support tailored to their learning pace
Have questions about classroom tech? Reach out to your school's administration anytime. Thank you for your continued partnership!
#HCSignites #HawkinsCountySchools #FutureReady #DigitalWellness #StudentSafety
We are so grateful for your generous support of our educators, staff, and district. Below is the full text listing of everyone who helped make this event a success:
Food Donations
Subway – Rogersville
KFC – Rogersville
American Fidelity
Hardees – Mt. Carmel
Bojangles – Rogersville
Pizza Plus – Rogersville
Walmart – Rogersville
Dominos – Rogersville
Sonic – Rogersville
Chick-fil-A – Kingsport
Sweet Liberty Cookies – Rogersville
BIG H Barbeque – Rogersville
Burger King – Rogersville
High Ridge Coffee Company
McDonalds – Rogersville
Coffee at the Kyle – Rogersville
Hale Springs Inn – Rogersville
Food City – Rogersville & Church Hill
Long John Silvers – Rogersville
Food Lion – Church Hill
Event Vendors
American Fidelity
Appalachian Community Federal Credit Union
Eastman Credit Union – Rogersville
East Tennessee State University
Lincoln Memorial University
Modern Woodmen of America
United Way of Hawkins Co
Rotary Club of Rogersville
Hawkins County Extension
Hawkins County Health Dept.
TenderCare Kids
Hawkins County Performing Arts Organization
Apex Bank
A&W Supply
Bojangles
BPW
Hardees
HCEA
Horace Mann
Pizza Plus
TEA
Sonic
Transportation
Walmart
60 Beans
ETSU Gear Up
TruPoint Bank
First Horizon
Grand Canyon University
Cash Express
DKG-Alpha Iota
Imagination Library
Isaiah 117 House
Milligan University
Horizon Credit Union
WonderWorks
Cardinal Glass
Northeast State
Thank you again for partnering with us to support Hawkins County Schools!
#HCSignites
