FOOD DISTRIBUTION THIS WEDNESDAY
Second Harvest will be hosting two food distribution events this Wednesday, March 11th. No pre-registration is required—just show up!
Here are the details for both locations:
Cherokee High School
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Vocational Building
Volunteer High School
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Vocational Building
Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to share this post to help spread the word to anyone in our community who might benefit! 💙
Second Harvest will be hosting two food distribution events this Wednesday, March 11th. No pre-registration is required—just show up!
Here are the details for both locations:
Cherokee High School
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Vocational Building
Volunteer High School
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Vocational Building
Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to share this post to help spread the word to anyone in our community who might benefit! 💙
District Announcement
Cherokee High School Culinary Instructor Kyra Jenkins and our amazing culinary students just took 1ST PLACE at the Tennessee Junior Chef Competition!
Beating out eight teams from across the state, our students had just 90 minutes to prep a delicious meal using local ingredients that met strict National School Lunch guidelines. Their incredible skills and hard work earned them the state title, the traveling trophy, and a massive $48,000 in scholarships!
It’s an exciting day to be a Cherokee Chef! GO CHIEFS!
Cherokee High School Culinary Instructor Kyra Jenkins and our amazing culinary students just took 1ST PLACE at the Tennessee Junior Chef Competition!
Beating out eight teams from across the state, our students had just 90 minutes to prep a delicious meal using local ingredients that met strict National School Lunch guidelines. Their incredible skills and hard work earned them the state title, the traveling trophy, and a massive $48,000 in scholarships!
It’s an exciting day to be a Cherokee Chef! GO CHIEFS!
The Family Resource Center located at 954 East McKinney Ave, Rogersville, TN will be giving away FREE MEN’S clothing starting March 9, 2026. Feel free to stop by the center anytime Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30. Bring a trash bag, laundry basket, or box and fill it up! We have sizes XS-XXXL.
It's time for a secret mission! Today, we're giving a huge shout-out to our special area teachers and support staff. From the gym to the library, these educational detectives are on the case, uncovering our students' hidden talents and passions. Thank you for making our schools a fun place to learn! #HCS #SpecialAreaTeachers #MakingADifference
District Announcement: Hawkins County School District is excited to offer Summer Learning Camps this summer for our students who will be Rising 1st-9th graders.
Summer Learning Camp will take place for four weeks, four days a week, between May 26 - June 18 from 7:30-2:30 p.m.
Parents will be notified of acceptance before the start of summer camp. This form is for planning and informational purposes only, final registration forms will be sent home in the spring.
Please click on the link below for more information.
https://forms.gle/yK8sXW5eeASQsj9S7
The Family Resource Center located at 954 East McKinney Ave, Rogersville, TN will be giving away FREE WOMEN’S clothing starting March 2, 2026 - March 6, 2026. Feel free to stop by the center anytime Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30. Bring a trash bag, laundry basket, or box and fill it up! We have sizes XS-XXXL.
Hawkins County Bus Riders: Due to excessive rain, some bus routes may not run this afternoon. School will remain on a regular schedule today. Please check our website for route updates throughout the day: https://www.hck12.net/o/hcsd/page/buses
Hawkins County Schools will operate on a two hour delay today, February 24 at all schools except Clinch School. Clinch School will be closed.
HCS BOE will host a community meeting regarding fire response vehicle and water storage facility located on Clinch School grounds. This project, if approved, will be a joint venture between HCS, Hawkins County, and Clinch Volunteer Fire Department. Meeting will be Thursday, February 26 at 4:30 at the Charles Fuller Training Center.
The State Board of Education Approved Textbooks are available for review on the Tennessee Department of Education website here: https://www.tn.gov/textbook-commission/textbook-reviews.html In addition, samples can be reviewed on Friday, February 27, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.at McPheeters Bend School, 1115 Goshen Valley Road, Church Hill.
Families: Did you know?
🎒 Just a reminder that you can submit excuse notes directly through the school app and website.
✅ Instant delivery to the office. ✅ No more lost notes. ✅ Totally optional (paper is still okay!).
Watch this video for step by step instructions: https://youtube.com/shorts/bkfAkRBsWiE?si=W5kAO3RkRERAZwW2
🎒 Just a reminder that you can submit excuse notes directly through the school app and website.
✅ Instant delivery to the office. ✅ No more lost notes. ✅ Totally optional (paper is still okay!).
Watch this video for step by step instructions: https://youtube.com/shorts/bkfAkRBsWiE?si=W5kAO3RkRERAZwW2
Starting the morning on a sweet note! 🍩☕️
A huge shoutout to our incredible team at Pathways & Virtual Academy for winning the December Staff Attendance Challenge! Your dedication to our students shows up every single day, and we are so proud of your commitment.
To celebrate, the staff enjoyed a well-deserved morning treat of fresh doughnuts, hot coffee, and juice. Thank you for being here and making a difference!
#StaffAppreciation #AttendanceMatters #PathwaysVirtualAcademy #DreamTeam #WorkHardEatDoughnuts #HCSignite
A huge shoutout to our incredible team at Pathways & Virtual Academy for winning the December Staff Attendance Challenge! Your dedication to our students shows up every single day, and we are so proud of your commitment.
To celebrate, the staff enjoyed a well-deserved morning treat of fresh doughnuts, hot coffee, and juice. Thank you for being here and making a difference!
#StaffAppreciation #AttendanceMatters #PathwaysVirtualAcademy #DreamTeam #WorkHardEatDoughnuts #HCSignite
Today we're celebrating our incredible principals, assistant principals, associate principals, and deans of students! They lead our schools like true knights, ensuring our students and staff are supported every day. Thank you for your tireless efforts and commitment to our schools! #HCS #SchoolLeaders #AdminAppreciation
District News:
💙Carter’s Valley Related Arts Team💙
The Carter’s Valley Related Arts team take time each day to reach out to parents of students who are absent. We believe these efforts have played an important role in improving our chronic absenteeism numbers and have built positive relationships with our families.
We are grateful for their dedication and commitment to our students and families.
— Carrie Griffith, Principal, Valley Elementary
💙Carter’s Valley Related Arts Team💙
The Carter’s Valley Related Arts team take time each day to reach out to parents of students who are absent. We believe these efforts have played an important role in improving our chronic absenteeism numbers and have built positive relationships with our families.
We are grateful for their dedication and commitment to our students and families.
— Carrie Griffith, Principal, Valley Elementary
District News: The HCS Spark: February 2026: https://hcps.edurooms.com/engage/hawkins-county-school-district/newsletters/the-hcs-spark-feb-2026
Every Day Counts!!!
Hawkins County Schools will be closed Tuesday, February 3 and Wednesday, February 4 due to road conditions throughout the county.
🌟 Vote for Clinch School’s Best! 🌟
Hawkins County, we have some incredible talent in our district, and it’s time to show our support!
We are beyond proud to announce that a dedicated leader from Clinch School is in the running for National Beta Sponsor! This is a huge honor that reflects the hard work, mentorship, and heart they pour into our students every single day.
Let’s rally together and show the rest of the country how much we care about our educators. It only takes a second to cast your vote and make a difference!
🗳️ How to Support:
1. Click the link: https://www.facebook.com/share/181RuHMYSy/?mibextid=wwXIfr
2. Find the nominee from Clinch School.
3. Cast your vote!
Deadline to vote: Feb. 5, 2026 at 6pm
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the word. Let’s bring this win home for Clinch and Hawkins County! 🦅✨
#HawkinsCountyProud #ClinchSchool #NationalBeta #BetaClub #VoteNow #SupportingOurTeachers
District News:
💙 Appreciation for Our JRP Related Arts Team 💙
The JRP Related Arts team consistently demonstrates strong collaboration and unity during their weekly PLCs. They work diligently as part of the Attendance Team, approaching each task with care, commitment, and a true focus on students. The team also builds and maintains positive relationships with our students every day.
Most recently, they stepped in without hesitation to cover bus duty for a colleague during an unexpected situation. Their teamwork, reliability, and student-centered mindset truly set them apart, and we are grateful for all they do for Joseph Rogers Primary School.
— Kayla Ward, Associate Principal
💙 Appreciation for Our JRP Related Arts Team 💙
The JRP Related Arts team consistently demonstrates strong collaboration and unity during their weekly PLCs. They work diligently as part of the Attendance Team, approaching each task with care, commitment, and a true focus on students. The team also builds and maintains positive relationships with our students every day.
Most recently, they stepped in without hesitation to cover bus duty for a colleague during an unexpected situation. Their teamwork, reliability, and student-centered mindset truly set them apart, and we are grateful for all they do for Joseph Rogers Primary School.
— Kayla Ward, Associate Principal
Hawkins County Schools will be closed on Monday, February 2.
