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Wed Jul 22, 2026

Policy Review Meeting

Knox County Board of Education to review specific district policies

The Board of Education is meeting to review three specific policies and conduct an annual review of policies impacted by recent legal changes.

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY REVIEW MEETING SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 JULY 22, 2026 2:00 PM   AGENDA                   1.   Review of Policy I-211   2.   Review of Policy I-212   3.   Review of Policy I-241   4.   Annual review of policies affected by recent changes to the law   5.   Other business    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Thu Jul 9, 2026

Board of Education Regular Session

Board considers amended FY2027 budget of $713.67 million

The Knox County Board of Education will consider an amended General Purpose Budget for Fiscal Year 2027. The board is also reviewing multiple policy updates and various service contracts for schools.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE       KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION             John Butler Anne Templeton Patricia Fontenot-Ridley   First District   Second District   Third District       Katherine Bike Lauren Morgan Betsy Henderson Fourth District Fifth District Sixth District       Steve Triplett Travis Wright Kristi Kristy Seventh District Eighth District, Vice Chair Ninth District, Chair       Jon Rysewyk                                                                                         Dominick Pelaia Superintendent   Student Representative     REGULAR SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 JULY 9, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA     &nbs [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jul 6, 2026

Board of Education Work Session

Board to review revisions to Fiscal Year 2027 General Purpose Budget

The Knox County Board of Education will hold a work session to receive a presentation on budget revisions for Fiscal Year 2027. The board will also introduce the 2026-2027 student representative and discuss the agenda for the July 9 regular session.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   WORK SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 JULY 6, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA                   1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Announcements   3.   Changes to the Agenda   4.   Approval of the Agenda   5.   Introduction of Dominick Pelaia, 2026-2027 Board of Education Student Representative   6.   Superintendent's Report   7.   Presentation on Revisions to Fiscal Year 2027 General Purpose Budget   8.   Discussion of July 9, 2026 Board of Education Regular Session Agenda   9.   Public Forum Anyone wishing to speak to the Board during Public Forum must sign up by calling the Board of Education Office at 865-594-1623 no later than 4:00 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled meeting or sign up in person prior to the start of the meeting. Public Forum topics at work sessio [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 4, 2026

Board of Education Regular Session

Knox County Board of Education to review charter school and student health policies

The Board is considering first readings for multiple policies regarding public charter schools, student health, and psychological services. The meeting includes votes on several million-dollar state grants and various school facility improvements.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE       KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION             John Butler Anne Templeton Patricia Fontenot-Ridley   First District   Second District   Third District       Katherine Bike Lauren Morgan Betsy Henderson Fourth District Fifth District Sixth District       Steve Triplett Travis Wright Kristi Kristy Seventh District Eighth District, Vice Chair Ninth District, Chair       Jon Rysewyk                                                                                         Albert Liu Superintendent   Student Representative     REGULAR SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 JUNE 4, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA       [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSION JUNE 4, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in regular session at 5:00 pm on Thursday, June 4, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Absent: Albert Liu, Student Representative   Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Ms. Templeton.             [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 1, 2026

Board of Education Work Session

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   WORK SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 JUNE 1, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA                 1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Announcements   3.   Changes to the Agenda   4.   Approval of the Agenda   5.   Superintendent's Report   6.   Quarterly Threat Report   7.   Naming Facilities Committee Report   8.   Age-Appropriate Materials Act: Process and Compliance   9.   Discussion of June 4, 2026 Board of Education Regular Session Agenda   10.   Public Forum Anyone wishing to speak to the Board during Public Forum must sign up by calling the Board of Education Office at 865-594-1623 no later than 4:00 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled meeting or sign up in person prior to the start of the meeting. Public Forum topics at work sessions, call [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION JUNE 1, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in work session at 5:00 pm on Monday, June 1, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Absent: Albert Liu, Student Representative   Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Ms. Templeton.               [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 20, 2026

Naming Facilities Committee Meeting

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION NAMING FACILITIES COMMITTEE SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 MAY 20, 2026 4:00 P.M. AGENDA                   1   Call to Order   2   Approval of the Agenda   3   Election of Committee Chair   4   Consideration of Nomination of Mike Ragsdale for Naming of L&N STEM Academy Library   5   Consideration of Nomination of Charles "Chuck" Comer for Naming of West Valley Middle School Gymnasium Floor   6   Consideration of nomination of Lieutenant Gordon "Officer G." Gwathney for naming of Austin-East Magnet High School Security Office   7   Consideration of Nomination of David Moore for Naming of Farragut High School Softball Facility   8   Other Business   9   Adjourn    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 D [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return Knox County Board of Education Naming Facilities Committee Meeting May 20, 2026 Minutes   The Knox County Board of Education Naming Facilities Committee met at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 West Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. Present: Lauren Morgan, Committee Chair, Board Member, District 5   Katherine Bike, Board Member, District 4   Steve Triplett, Board Member, District 7                    1   Call to Order   As one of the longest-serving Board Members, Mr. Triplett called the meeting to order.                  2   Approval of the Agenda                 Upon motion by Katherine Bike, seconded by Lauren Morgan   Vote: 3 - 0                  3   Election of Committee Chair   Mr. Triplett opened the floor to nomin [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri May 15, 2026

Policy Review Meeting

Knox County Board of Education reviews multiple education policies

The Knox County Board of Education will hold a policy review meeting to discuss several sections of the district's policy manual. The agenda includes reviews of policies I-450, I-270, I-211, I-212, I-241, and the J Section policies J-350 through J-580.

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY REVIEW MEETING SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 MAY 15, 2026 10:00 AM   AGENDA                   1.   Review of Policy I-450   2.   Review of Policy I-270   3.   Review of Policies I-211, I-212 and I-241   4.   Review of J Section Policies J-350 through J-580    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION MAY 15, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in work session at 10:00 am on Friday, May 15, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda was posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Absent: Betsy Henderson, District 6   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Chair Kristy presiding                  1   Review of Policy I-450   Board Policy I-450 was reviewed along with two new related policies (proposed I-451 and I-452). A revised version of Policy I-450 and the two new proposed policies would be added to the Board's June 2026 regular session agenda for co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 7, 2026

Board of Education Regular Session

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE       KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION             John Butler Anne Templeton Patricia Fontenot-Ridley   First District   Second District   Third District       Katherine Bike Lauren Morgan Betsy Henderson Fourth District Fifth District Sixth District       Steve Triplett Travis Wright Kristi Kristy Seventh District Eighth District, Vice Chair Ninth District, Chair       Jon Rysewyk                                                                                         Albert Liu Superintendent   Student Representative     REGULAR SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 MAY 7, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA       & [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSION MAY 7, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in regular session at 5:00 pm on Thursday, May 7, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative     Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Dr. Butler.               [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

Board of Education Work Session

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   WORK SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 MAY 4, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA                   1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Announcements   3.   Changes to the Agenda   4.   Approval of the Agenda   5.   Special Recognition of Lucy Farley, Tennessee Secretary of State's 2026 Civics Essay Contest First Place Winner in 3rd to 5th Grade Category   6.   Superintendent's Report   7.   Announcement of 2026-2027 Board of Education Student Representative   8.   Legislative Update   9.   Strategic Plan Committee Update   10.   Discussion of May 7, 2026 Board of Education Regular Session Agenda   11.   Public Forum Anyone wishing to speak to the Board during Public Forum must sign up [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION MAY 4, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in work session at 5:00 pm on Monday, May 4, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative     Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Dr. Butler.                 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 23, 2026

Board of Education Called Meeting

Knox County Board of Education to vote on Fiscal Year 2027 budgets

The Board of Education is meeting to consider the approval of three separate budgets for Fiscal Year 2027. These budgets cover general purpose spending, capital projects, and school nutrition.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   CALLED MEETING OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 APRIL 23, 2026 5:00 P.M. AGENDA                 1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Announcements   3.   Changes to the Agenda   4.   Approval of the Agenda   5.   Public Forum Anyone wishing to speak to the Board during Public Forum must sign up by calling the Board of Education Office at 865-594-1630 no later than 4:00 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled meeting or sign up in person prior to the start of the meeting. Public Forum topics at work sessions, called meetings and special meetings will be limited to items on the agenda.   6.   Approve the Fiscal Year 2027 General Purpose Budget at the Major Category Level for $717,685,000.00 - Recommended by Superintendent   7.   Approve the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Budget for $82,011,000.00 - Recommended by Superintendent   8.   Approve the Fiscal Year 2027 Schoo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION CALLED MEETING APRIL 23, 2026 MINUTES The Knox County Board of Education met in a called meeting at 5:00 pm on April 23, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. Chair Kristy Presiding Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative                    1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mr. Wright.                  [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 9, 2026

Board of Education Regular Session

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE       KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION             John Butler Anne Templeton Patricia Fontenot-Ridley   First District   Second District   Third District       Katherine Bike Lauren Morgan Betsy Henderson Fourth District Fifth District Sixth District       Steve Triplett Travis Wright Kristi Kristy Seventh District Eighth District, Vice Chair Ninth District, Chair       Jon Rysewyk                                                                                         Albert Liu Superintendent   Student Representative     REGULAR SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 APRIL 9, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA       [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSION April 9, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in regular session at 5:00 pm on Thursday, April 9, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative     Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mr. Wright.             &nb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026

Board of Education Work Session

Knox County Board of Education discusses upcoming agenda items

The Knox County Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the agenda for the April 9, 2026 regular session. The meeting includes a superintendent's report, a legislative update, and a strategic plan committee update.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   WORK SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 APRIL 6, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA                   1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Announcements   3.   Changes to the Agenda   4.   Approval of the Agenda   5.   Superintendent's Report   6.   Legislative Update   7.   Strategic Plan Committee Update   8.   Discussion of April 9, 2026 Board of Education Regular Session Agenda   9.   Public Forum Anyone wishing to speak to the Board during Public Forum must sign up by calling the Board of Education Office at 865-594-1623 no later than 4:00 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled meeting or sign up in person prior to the start of the meeting. Public Forum topics at work sessions, called meetings and special meetings will be limited to items on the agenda.   [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION APRIL 6, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in work session at 5:00 pm on Monday, April 6, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Absent: Albert Liu, Student Representative   Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mr. Wright.           &n [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Fri Mar 27, 2026

Policy Review Meeting

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY REVIEW MEETING SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 MARCH 27, 2026 10:00 AM   AGENDA                   1.   Review of J Section Policies J-190 through J-330   2.   Other business    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY REVIEW MARCH 27, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met for a policy review meeting at 10:00 am on Friday, March 27, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda was posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Absent: Betsy Henderson, District 6                      1   Review of J Section Policies J-190 through J-330   Board Policies J-190 through J-330 were reviewed. Proposed revisions to Policies J-190, J-191, J-193, J-195, J-196, J-211, J-212, J-250, J-280, J-281, J-320, and J-330 would be added to Board's April 2026 regular session agenda for Board consideration.           [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Mar 5, 2026

Board of Education Regular Session

Board considers $1.2 million grant for Gibbs High School athletic fields

The Knox County Board of Education will vote on several grants, contracts, and policy updates. Key items include a zoning proposal for the North Central/Northwest Sector and the adoption of new textbooks for PE, Health and Wellness, and Career and Technical Education.

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE       KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION             John Butler Anne Templeton Patricia Fontenot-Ridley   First District   Second District   Third District       Katherine Bike Lauren Morgan Betsy Henderson Fourth District Fifth District Sixth District       Steve Triplett Travis Wright Kristi Kristy Seventh District Eighth District, Vice Chair Ninth District, Chair       Jon Rysewyk                                                                                         Albert Liu Superintendent   Student Representative     REGULAR SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 MARCH 5, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA           & [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSION March 5, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in regular session at 5:00 pm on Thursday, March 5, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative     Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mr. Triplett.             &nb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 2, 2026

Board of Education Work Session

Knox County Board of Education holds work session on March 2

The Board of Education will meet for a work session to receive reports and discuss the upcoming regular session agenda. The meeting includes updates on the strategic plan and legislative matters.

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   WORK SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 MARCH 2, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA                   1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Announcements   3.   Changes to the Agenda   4.   Approval of the Agenda   5.   Special Recognition of Gibbs High School Softball Coach Carol Mitchell, National Federation of State High School Associations National Softball Coach of the Year   6.   Superintendent's Report   7.   Quarterly Threat Report   8.   Legislative Update   9.   Strategic Plan Committee Update   10.   Discussion of March 5, 2026 Board of Education Regular Session Agenda   11.   Public Forum Anyone wishing to speak to the Board during Public Forum must sign up by calling the Board of Education Off [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION MARCH 2, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in work session at 5:00 pm on Monday, March 2, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative     Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mr. Triplett.               [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 24, 2026

Strategic Plan Committee Meeting

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION STRATEGIC PLAN COMMITTEE SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 FEBRUARY 24, 2026 3:00 PM AGENDA                   1   Call to Order   2   Approval of the Agenda   3   Superintendent's Evaluation Tool   4   Other Business   5   Adjourn    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Print Minutes Return Knox County Board of Education Strategic Plan Committee Meeting February 24, 2026 Minutes   The Knox County Board of Education Strategic Plan Committee met at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, February 24 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 West Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. Present: Kristi Kristy, Committee Chair, Board Member/Chair, District 9   John Butler, Board Member, District 1   Kori Lautner, Assistant Superintendent of Impact & Policy   Absent: Betsy Henderson, Board Member, District 6   Steve Rudder, Impact & Analytics Director                  1   Call to Order   Ms. Kristy called the meeting to order.                  2   Approval of the Agenda                 Upon motion by John Butler, seconded by Kori Lautner   Vote: 3 - 0                &nb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 5, 2026

Board of Education Regular Session

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE       KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION             John Butler Anne Templeton Patricia Fontenot-Ridley   First District   Second District   Third District       Katherine Bike Lauren Morgan Betsy Henderson Fourth District Fifth District Sixth District       Steve Triplett Travis Wright Kristi Kristy Seventh District Eighth District, Vice Chair Ninth District, Chair       Jon Rysewyk                                                                                         Albert Liu Superintendent   Student Representative     REGULAR SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA       [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSION February 5, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in regular session at 5:00 pm on Thursday, February 5, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative   Absent: Anne Templeton, District 2   Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Ms. Morgan.           &nbs [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 5, 2026

Board of Education Called Meeting

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   CALLED MEETING OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 FEBRUARY 5, 2026 3:30 PM AGENDA                 1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Approval of the Agenda   3.   Public Forum   4.   Consideration of a Resolution to Request the Tennessee Commissioner of Education Decide the Waiver Request of Wilberforce Academy of Knoxville to Operate a Religious Public Charter School   5.   Adjourn    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION CALLED MEETING FEBRUARY 5, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in a called meeting at 3:00 pm on Thursday, February 5, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Chair Kristy Presiding Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Absent: Albert Liu, Student Representative                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Ms. Morgan.               [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026

Board of Education Work Session - CANCELED

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   WORK SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 FEBRUARY 2, 2026   CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER 5:00 P.M.                    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION FEBRUARY 2, 2026   This meeting was canceled due to inclement weather.  GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Fri Jan 23, 2026

Policy Review Meeting

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY REVIEW MEETING SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TN 37902 JANUARY 23, 2026 10:00 AM AGENDA                   1   Review of proposed new Board Policy I-124 Substitutions for Physical Education Credit - WITHDRAWN   2   Review of Board Policy I-450 Public Charter Schools   3   Review of J Section Board Policies J-100 through J-190   4   Other business    GO TO PREVIOUS PAGE        GO TO THE TOP OF THE PAGE  AgendaQuick ©2005 - 2026 Destiny Software Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY REVIEW JANUARY 23, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met for a policy review meeting at 10:00 am on Friday, January 23, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda was posted on the Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Absent: Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Kristi Kristy, District 9                    1   Review of proposed new Board Policy I-124 Substitutions for Physical Education Credit - WITHDRAWN                  2   Review of Board Policy I-450 Public Charter Schools   Proposed revisions to Policy I-450 were reviewed. Policy I-450 and associated policies would be further reviewed at the next policy review [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 8, 2026

Board of Education Regular Session

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE       KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION             John Butler Anne Templeton Patricia Fontenot-Ridley   First District   Second District   Third District       Katherine Bike Lauren Morgan Betsy Henderson Fourth District Fifth District Sixth District       Steve Triplett Travis Wright Kristi Kristy Seventh District Eighth District, Vice Chair Ninth District, Chair       Jon Rysewyk                                                                                         Albert Liu Superintendent   Student Representative     REGULAR SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 JANUARY 8, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA       [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR SESSION January 8, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in regular session at 5:00 pm on Thursday, January 8, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage.   Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative     Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Ms. Bike.             &nb [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 5, 2026

Board of Education Work Session

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DOWNLOAD PDF PACKET PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE   WORK SESSION OF THE KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION SUMMER PLACE BOARDROOM 500 W. SUMMIT HILL DRIVE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE 37902 JANUARY 5, 2026 5:00 P.M.   AGENDA                   1.   Moment of Silence followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   2.   Announcements   3.   Changes to the Agenda   4.   Approval of the Agenda   5.   Superintendent's Report   6.   Fiscal Year 2025 Internal School Funds Audit Report   7.   Legislative Update   8.   Strategic Plan Committee Update   9.   Discussion of January 8, 2026 Board of Education Regular Session Agenda   10.   Public Forum Anyone wishing to speak to the Board during Public Forum must sign up by calling the Board of Education Office at 865-594-1623 no later than 4:00 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled meeting or sign up in person prior to the start of the meeting. Public Forum topics at work session [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Return KNOX COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION WORK SESSION JANUARY 5, 2026 MINUTES   The Knox County Board of Education met in work session at 5:00 pm on Monday, January 5, 2026 in the Boardroom of the Summer Place Building at 500 W. Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, Tennessee.  The meeting agenda and all supporting documents were posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. The meeting could be viewed in its entirety on the video posted on the Knox County Board of Education webpage. Present: John Butler, District 1   Anne Templeton, District 2   Patricia Fontenot-Ridley, District 3   Katherine Bike, District 4   Lauren Morgan, District 5   Betsy Henderson, District 6   Steve Triplett, District 7   Travis Wright, District 8   Kristi Kristy, District 9   Albert Liu, Student Representative     Chair Kristy presiding                  1   A Moment of Silence was observed followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Ms. Bike.                &n [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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