Knoxville Schools News
HERE Education covers every school, deadline, and funding opportunity in Knox County. From K-12 to University of Tennessee Knoxville — use our Right School Right Neighborhood quiz, search the full directory, and track what matters.
Knox County is home to a unified school district serving students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. High schools serving Knoxville families include West High School (Rebels), Bearden High School (Bulldogs), Farragut High School (Admirals), Austin-East Magnet High School (Roadrunners), Central High School (Bobcats), and 3 more. HEREKnoxville covers every school board meeting, budget cycle, and academic milestone across Knox County.
Knoxville's higher-education landscape includes 4 institutions: University of Tennessee Knoxville; Pellissippi State Community College; Johnson University; South College. HEREKnoxville covers admissions deadlines, scholarship windows, athletic schedules, and campus announcements for each institution.
TN's public-school governance flows through the TN Department of Education, which administers TN READY assessments each spring and enforces the Read to Succeed Act — requiring third-grade reading proficiency before promotion. The Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) governs interscholastic athletics across the state. Teacher pay begins at the state minimum and is locally supplemented — making salaries a perennial flashpoint at budget hearings.
HEREKnoxville tracks school-board meetings across Knox County — agendas, votes, and budget summaries published before local papers. Our reporters cover graduation rates and TN READY scores; teacher-contract negotiations; school resource officers; SAT and ACT data; Title I funding allocations; building bond referenda; and the Friday Night Football calendar. From dual-enrollment windows at local technical colleges to faculty announcements at area universities — if it happens in a Knoxville classroom or on a Knox County campus, it is HERE.
Education News
Knox County school board budget hearing scheduled for March
Community members invited to weigh in on the proposed 2026–27 budget for Knox County schools.
West High School renovation update
Work continues on facilities improvements at West High School in Knox County.
University of Tennessee Knoxville launches new workforce certificate program this fall
University of Tennessee Knoxville's new certificate program is designed for working adults in Knoxville.
University of Tennessee Knoxville receives STEM endowment gift
A donation will expand science and engineering programs at University of Tennessee Knoxville.
SC WINS scholarship expansion benefits Knoxville students
The SC WINS workforce scholarship is expanding eligibility — hundreds of Knox County residents may now qualify.
Knox County school rezoning proposal under review
A proposed boundary change could shift student attendance zones ahead of the 2026–27 school year in Knox County.
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Featured Schools & Programs
University of Tennessee Knoxville serves Knoxville and the surrounding East Tennessee region.
Pellissippi State Community College serves Knoxville and the surrounding East Tennessee region.
Johnson University serves Knoxville and the surrounding East Tennessee region.
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Online & Hybrid Education
Accredited programs for Knox County residents who need flexibility.
Online and hybrid degree and certificate programs. TN in-state tuition rates available for eligible students.
Online and hybrid degree and certificate programs. TN in-state tuition rates available for eligible students.
Google, IBM, Meta, and other employer-backed certificates. Many are accepted by Knox County's manufacturing and tech employers. Some WIOA-funded.
The TN Technical College System offers online certificates and associate degree programs through the state's 16 technical colleges.
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How do I enroll my child in a Knox County school?
Enrollment for Knox County public schools is managed by the district office. Contact the Knox County school district directly for enrollment forms, residency requirements, and deadlines. Visit the district website or the Knox County government site for current instructions.
What colleges are in or near Knoxville?
Knoxville and Knox County are served by 4 higher-education institutions: University of Tennessee Knoxville, Pellissippi State Community College, Johnson University, South College. Use our Decision Maker tool above to find the right fit for your goals.
Is there financial aid available for Knoxville students?
Yes — the TN LIFE and Palmetto Fellows scholarships are merit-based awards for students attending TN colleges. TN WINS is a workforce scholarship for technical programs. FAFSA is available for all eligible students. Pellissippi State Community College's Dual Enrollment program lets high schoolers earn free college credits. The TN Teaching Fellows scholarship provides $6,000/year for future educators.
How does high school athletics work in Knox County?
High school athletics in Knox County are governed by the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA). Schools compete in classifications based on enrollment (1A–5A for most sports). HEREKnoxville covers every home game, playoff bracket, and signing-day announcement.
How do I submit a tip or story idea to HEREKnoxville?
Use the Submit an Education Tip form at the top of this page. We cover school board decisions, program announcements, scholarship opportunities, enrollment deadlines, and any issue affecting Knox County students and families. Tips can be submitted anonymously.