You’re invited!

Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026 Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.

The induction ceremony will be held Sunday, October 4, at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall at Tennessee High School. A reception will follow. Don’t miss this special community celebration!

More information and a list of inductees: www.btcs.org/hof.
2 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Invitation for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The ceremony will be held Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall at Tennessee High School, with a reception to follow.
🐾 Therapy Dog Night is TONIGHT! 🐾

Join us at the Tennessee High football game tonight as we celebrate our BTCS therapy dogs, their dedicated handlers, and our generous sponsors.

✨ Our therapy dogs and their important humans will be honored on the field before the game.
🐶 Meet Jingle, Honey, Dolly, and Patches in the mezzanines on the home side (near the scoreboard) during the first quarter!

Come early and join us in Viking Village from 4:30–6:30 p.m.! In addition to the usual pregame fun:

❤️ Learn Hands-Only CPR and help your side win our friendly Tennessee High vs. Virginia High training competition. Training begins at 4:30 p.m. and will be available on both sides of the Stone Castle.
🤝 Visit with community partners in Viking Village and learn more about the programs and resources they offer.

Then stick around for Therapy Dog Night and, of course, Viking football! 🏈

Special thanks to United Southeast Federal Credit Union and Friendship Cars for their support of our therapy dog program.
4 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic promoting Therapy Dog Night featuring four BTCS therapy dogs: Patches, Honey, Dolly, and Jingle. Each dog’s photo and name appear around a football graphic, with the headline “Therapy Dog Night.”
BTCS schools are closed today, Friday, September 18. Students will return on their regular schedule Monday, September 21.

We hope all of our Viking families have a great weekend!
4 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Bristol Tennessee City Schools graphic announcing that schools are closed Friday, September 18. Students will return on their regular schedule Monday, September 21.
We're celebrating a century of memories, friendships, learning, and community at Haynesfield Elementary School.

Join us Saturday, September 19, from 1–3 p.m. as we celebrate 100 years of Haynesfield.

Enjoy music and refreshments on the front lawn, take a tour of the school, browse memorabilia in the library and cafeteria, and spend some time reconnecting and reminiscing.

Whether you're a former student or staff member, a current Haynesfield family, or simply part of the community that has loved this school through the years, we hope you'll come visit and celebrate with us!
4 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Haynesfield Homecoming invitation celebrating 100 years of Haynesfield Elementary School. The event is Saturday, September 19, from 1–3 p.m. and features music and refreshments on the lawn, school tours, and memorabilia. The graphic reads “Roarin’ Since the Twenties” and features a 1920s-inspired design.
You’re invited!

Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026 Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.

The induction ceremony will be held Sunday, October 4, at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall at Tennessee High School. A reception will follow. Don’t miss this special community celebration!

More information and a list of inductees: www.btcs.org/hof.
9 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Invitation for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The ceremony will be held Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall at Tennessee High School, with a reception to follow.
Today, on Patriot Day, we remember and honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. We also recognize the courage of the first responders and the many acts of service and sacrifice that followed.

May we continue to remember and honor their legacy. 🇺🇸
11 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic for Patriot Day, September 11, featuring an American flag against a blurred American flag background. The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears in the bottom right corner.
We're celebrating a century of memories, friendships, learning, and community at Haynesfield Elementary School.

Join us Saturday, September 19, from 1–3 p.m. as we celebrate 100 years of Haynesfield.

Enjoy music and refreshments on the front lawn, take a tour of the school, browse memorabilia in the library and cafeteria, and spend some time reconnecting and reminiscing.

Whether you're a former student or staff member, a current Haynesfield family, or simply part of the community that has loved this school through the years, we hope you'll come visit and celebrate with us!
13 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Haynesfield Homecoming invitation celebrating 100 years of Haynesfield Elementary School. The event is Saturday, September 19, from 1–3 p.m. and features music and refreshments on the lawn, school tours, and memorabilia. The graphic reads “Roarin’ Since the Twenties” and features a 1920s-inspired design.
Happy Labor Day from Bristol Tennessee City Schools!

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of workers throughout our community, including the incredible people who serve our students and families every day.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing Labor Day, and we look forward to welcoming students back to school tomorrow, September 8.
15 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Labor Day graphic featuring an American flag, silhouettes of workers, raised hands holding tools, and fireworks. Text reads, “September 7, 2026. Happy Labor Day. Thank you for your hard work!” Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears at the bottom.
In observance of Labor Day, Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Monday, September 7.

We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe and relaxing long weekend!

We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, September 8.
16 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
American flag graphic with text reading, “Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.” BTCS logo appears at the bottom.
In observance of Labor Day, Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Monday, September 7.

We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe and relaxing long weekend!

We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, September 8.
18 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
American flag graphic with text reading, “Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.” BTCS logo appears at the bottom.
🏀 Tryouts are coming up for the Bristol Vikings 3 Rivers Youth Basketball League!

This competitive league is open to boys and girls in grades 3–5.

BOYS
September 21 at Viking Hall
September 28 at TMS

GIRLS
September 22 at Viking Hall
September 29 at TMS

All tryouts are from 6–8 p.m.

Questions? Contact Travis Robinson at robinsont@btcs.org.
19 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Basketball tryout flyer for the Bristol Vikings 3 Rivers Youth League. Boys’ tryouts are Sept. 21 at Viking Hall and Sept. 28 at Tennessee Middle School. Girls’ tryouts are Sept. 22 at Viking Hall and Sept. 29 at Tennessee Middle School. All tryouts are from 6–8 p.m. The competitive league is for students in grades 3–5. For more information, contact Travis Robinson at robinsont@btcs.org.

Join us as we celebrate the 2026 class at the BTCS Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Sunday, October 4, at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall.

2026 Hall of Fame Inductees

Teams

• 2010 Boys’ State Champion Doubles Tennis Team — Connor Knox & Owen Rockett, THS
• 2011 Boys’ State Champion Tennis Team, THS

Coaches

• Bobby Chambers — Boys’ Basketball, Tennessee High School
• Peggy Dempsey — Volleyball, Tennessee High School
• Tom Murrell — Cross Country and Track & Field, Tennessee High School
• Greg Stubbs — Football, Tennessee High School
• Reedy Toney — Tennis, Tennessee High School

Special Contributors

• Shamas Dougherty
• Dr. Steve Dixon

Student-Athletes

• Chloe Arnold — Tennessee High School
• Lawrence Bell — Slater High School
• Laura Cochran Biscotte — Tennessee High School
• Dirk Gentry — Tennessee High School
• Tommy Green — Tennessee High School
• Arthur Henderson — Slater High School
• Eddie Hill — Tennessee High School
• Jacob Marshall — Tennessee High School
• Jackson Mead — Slater High School
• Matt Mennell — Tennessee High School
• Ashlee Mitchell — Tennessee High School
• Eddie Roberts — Tennessee High School
• Mark Rowlette — Tennessee High School
• Dave Rutherford — Tennessee High School
• Jake Saunders — Slater/TN High School
• Sam White — Slater High School
• Henry Wisdom — Slater High School

Congratulations to all of our 2026 inductees!

27 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame event on October 4, 2026, at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall.
Graphic announcing the 2026 Tennessee High School Athletic Hall of Fame inductees.
Haynesfield Elementary School is getting ready to celebrate 100 years, and we hope you’ll join us for Haynesfield Homecoming: Roarin’ Since the Twenties on Saturday, September 19, from 1 to 3 p.m.

As we prepare for this special celebration, we’re also continuing to collect the memories, photographs, and stories that have made Haynesfield such an important part of our community for generations.

If you were a Haynesfield student, teacher, staff member, family member, or friend, we’d love to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to share your connection to Haynesfield through our survey:

https://btcs.jotform.com/261813793289066

Mark your calendar, spread the word, and help us celebrate a century of Haynesfield!
about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Save the date graphic for Haynesfield Homecoming: Roarin’ Since the Twenties. The event will be held Saturday, September 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. The Art Deco-inspired design features red and gold accents and an illustration of a dancing couple in 1920s attire.
Our school nurses have been busy preparing for the new school year!

Over the past few weeks, they have strengthened their knowledge and skills through hands-on training, practical skill sessions, and presentations on a variety of student health topics.

A special thank you to our guest speakers and community partners from Ballad Health, Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, Sullivan County Regional Health Department, and Sullivan County Anti-Drug Coalition for sharing their time and expertise with our team.

We’re grateful for our school nurses and all they do each day to keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!
about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Group of Bristol Tennessee City Schools nurses and community partners smiling together during a school nurse training session.
Reminder: There is no school for students on Thursday, August 6.

Thursday is a teacher inservice day, scheduled on Election Day.

Students will return on their regular schedule Friday, August 7.
about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic with the Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo and the heading "REMINDER." A bell icon appears above the message: "School is closed Thursday, August 6. Thursday is a teacher in-service day, scheduled on Election Day. Students will return on their regular schedule Friday, August 7." The graphic features a maroon background with white text and a rose-colored text box.

When students and schools have the support of a community like ours, everyone benefits.

We are grateful to the Pinnacle and Volunteer Parkway branches of First Bank and Trust for once again donating school supplies and making a generous contribution to the BTCS Family Resource Center.

These supplies and funds will make a real difference for our students this school year, and we appreciate their continued support.

about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Alt text: Four people stand together indoors in front of a large donation of school supplies and other items. Backpacks, boxes, and educational supplies are arranged around them, and one person holds a check. The group is gathered in a lobby or office area with large windows, wood flooring, and a red armchair in the foreground. A school bus is visible through the windows in the background.
Alt text: A large collection of donated school supplies is displayed on a raised platform inside an office lobby. Backpacks, notebooks, folders, crayons, pencil boxes, tissue boxes, and other classroom necessities are arranged around a table covered with a First Bank & Trust Company banner. The space features wood flooring, glass-walled offices, and bright overhead lighting. Visible text on the banner reads, “First Bank & Trust Company” and “The Bank That Puts You First.”

The first day of school is here! Join us tomorrow, Monday, August 3, for the first day of the 2026-2027 school year.

Monday is an early dismissal day, and elementary schools have a new start time this year:
Elementary schools: 8:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
Tennessee Middle and Tennessee High: 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

We're so excited to see everyone back from summer break!

about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Chalkboard background with hand drawn school supplies including a book, backpack, apple, sun, and clouds. The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears in the top left. Text reads: Back to School. Monday, August 3. Early Dismissal. Elementary: 8:15 AM-10:15 AM. TMS and THS: 7:30AM - 9:30AM. A row of colored pencils lines the bottom of the graphic.
Our special education teachers recently enjoyed a day of hands-on professional learning led by District School Psychologist Dr. Michael Hopkins and Districtwide Behavior Analyst Brandie Wishon.

We are thankful for these dedicated teachers!
about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A smiling educator stands in a school library holding a completed classroom routine spinner divided into three color-coded sections labeled "Instruction," "Transitions," and "Group Time," with a blue arrow in the center pointing to one section.
Four educators work together around a table in a school library, cutting colored paper and assembling large circular classroom routine spinners. Another staff member stands nearby observing the activity.
Several educators kneel on the library floor, measuring, cutting, and gluing colored paper onto large circular poster boards as they create classroom routine spinners during a professional learning activity.
A classroom display shows a large interactive monitor with step-by-step instructions for creating a classroom routine spinner. Mounted beside the screen is a completed three-section spinner labeled "Transition," "Collaboration," and "Learning" in red, green, and yellow. Matching classroom expectation posters hang on the wall nearby.
Two educators sit at a table assembling colorful classroom routine spinners made from red, yellow, and green paper. Glue, scissors, markers, and printed instructions are spread across the table as they work.
Two educators sit on the library floor writing labels and attaching arrows to completed classroom routine spinners. Craft supplies, rulers, scissors, and paper are scattered around them as they put the finishing touches on their projects.

Back-to-school season is almost here! This is a great opportunity from the Sullivan County Regional Health Department to make sure your child's required immunizations are up to date before school begins.

Check-ups will be offered in Kingsport on July 28 and Blountville on July 30. Please see the flyer for details, including locations, times, fees, and guardian requirements.

For more information, call 423-279-2777.

about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Colorful flyer titled "Summer Check-Ups!" promoting back-to-school health services. Two clinic locations are listed: Kingsport at 1041 E. Sullivan Street on July 28, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and Blountville at 154 Blountville Bypass on July 30, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. A speech bubble encourages families to "Come get up-to-date vaccines and your physicals!" The flyer also advertises a Touch-A-Truck event and includes illustrations of an ambulance, a healthcare worker with a child, a bee, and a caterpillar. Contact information is provided: 423-279-2777. Additional notes state that back-to-school physicals cost $50 for uninsured children (TennCare billed if applicable), immunizations are available on a sliding scale, sports physicals are not offered, and a legal guardian must be present for minors or provide guardianship documentation if not the child's natural parent.
🚌 Need to know your child's bus route?

As you prepare for the first day of school on Monday, August 3, be sure to look up your student's bus route information.

Visit btcs.org/page/bus-routes-school-zones to access the bus route lookup and find the information you need before the first day.

We look forward to welcoming our students back for another great school year!
2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic promoting Bristol Tennessee City Schools bus route information. At the top is the BTCS logo above an illustrated yellow school bus facing forward with its headlights on. The bus appears to be driving down a wide white road against a maroon background. Large black text reads, "Bus Route Lookup." A black banner below reads, "First Day of School August 3." Along the bottom, smaller text says, "Visit btcs.org/page/bus-routes-school-zones for bus route information."