Bristol Tennessee City Schools employees spent time giving back to our community during the United Way of Bristol TN/VA's Week of Caring.

Our team volunteered at Healing Hands Health, where they deep cleaned student dorms at the JD & Lorraine Nicewonder Education Center, packed hundreds of dental kits, touched up paint, trimmed landscaping, washed windows, picked up litter, and helped prepare the campus to welcome patients, students, and community members.

We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Healing Hands Health and United Way of Bristol TN/VA to support an organization that provides vital services throughout our region. The dedication of our employees extends far beyond the classroom, and we are proud of the many ways they serve our schools and community.

Thank you to Healing Hands Health for the important work you do every day and for allowing our team to be a small part of your mission.
6 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Twenty-six Bristol Tennessee City Schools employees wearing matching red Week of Caring T-shirts pose for a group photo outside the J.D. & Lorraine Nicewonder Education Center at Healing Hands Health. The volunteers are gathered in front of the building's entrance and sign after spending the morning completing service projects as part of United Way of Bristol TN/VA's Week of Caring. The group includes employees standing and seated together on the sidewalk outside the facility.
Help us send off Tennessee High School's Viking Robotics team as they begin their journey to the 2026 MATE ROV Underwater Robotics World Championship in Newfoundland, Canada!

Join us at the Tri-Cities Regional Airport terminal on Monday, June 22, at 8:30 a.m. to cheer on these talented students as they represent Tennessee High School, Bristol, and Tennessee on the international stage.

The team earned its place at the world championship after an outstanding performance at the regional competition, finishing just one point behind the first-place team. As the Marooned Mariners, these students have designed, built, marketed, and tested an underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) while managing all aspects of a simulated engineering company.

We also want to express our sincere gratitude to the many individuals and organizations whose generosity and support helped make this opportunity possible. Special thanks to Renasant Bank, Wallace Imports, Tim Baker, Ed Hill, Jerry and Kim Kirk, Cathy Mullins, Just Commercial Real Estate, William Burriss, Shane Roberts, and J.A. Street for investing in our students and helping them reach the world stage.

Your encouragement and support mean the world to these students and their families. Thank you for helping make this incredible opportunity a reality.

Good luck, Marooned Mariners! We are proud of you and can't wait to see all you accomplish in Newfoundland!
6 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Seven members of Tennessee High School's Viking Robotics team, the Marooned Mariners, stand behind their underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and competition display board. The students wear matching maroon polo shirts and pose with their robot, which is blue and black with multiple thrusters and a mounted camera. One student holds a trophy while another holds a component of the robot. The display board features information about the team's design, company structure, and engineering process. The group is gathered in a school gymnasium after qualifying for the 2026 MATE ROV Underwater Robotics World Championship.
Today’s meal pickup was another busy and successful day, and all meals for today have been distributed.
The next distribution day is Thursday, June 18!
12 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic from Bristol Tennessee City Schools Summer Free Meals Program. The graphic features a cartoon orange character wearing sunglasses and surfing beside the program logo. At the top, a megaphone graphic appears next to the words "Important Message." Large red text at the bottom reads: "ALL MEALS DISTRIBUTED FOR TODAY, JUNE 11!" The graphic notifies families that all available meals for the June 11 distribution have been distributed.
Bristol Tennessee City Schools and Bristol Tennessee Parks & Rec brought the Power of Play Youth Sports Day to the TMS track in May, and it was a great night for our community! Pre-K through 5th grade students competed in track and field events, tried their hand at tennis, football, basketball, and softball stations run by Tennessee High athletes and coaches, and enjoyed everything from the Vendor Village to the BTCS Book Bus.
Thank you to Ballad Health for sponsoring this free event, and thank you to every family, student, and volunteer who made the night such a success.
14 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A female instructor wearing a maroon Viking Tennis Camp shirt demonstrates a tennis swing for a young child in a red shirt holding a tennis racket on an outdoor court. Two other young children holding rackets practice in the background.
A man in a white long-sleeve shirt tosses a football to a child in a red t-shirt standing in front of a cardboard cutout of a Viking football player. A yellow goal post and a Tennessee High football helmet are visible in the background, with other event activities taking place on the field.
A group of young children wearing numbered race bibs and Power of Play Youth Sports Day t-shirts prepare to compete in a standing broad jump on a grass field. An adult in a maroon shirt observes from the right side.
A young child in a red shirt prepares to shoot a small basketball at a portable hoop inside a canopy tent. Several Tennessee High student-athletes in maroon and black athletic wear stand nearby watching, with additional event activities visible on the field in the background.
🏈🛞 Come be a part of one of Bristol's most unique traditions!

On Friday, June 12, Tennessee High School and Virginia High School will once again meet on State Street for the V-T Tire Flip. Beginning at 6 p.m., student-athletes from both schools will race to move a massive tire down the center of State Street.

Be sure to stop by and visit one of our most beloved Vikings, Shamas, who will be cheering on the teams from the Tri Star Spine and Sports parking lot (126 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.). Shamas plans to arrive early and would love to see friends and fellow fans.

Come support the Vikings, say hello to Shamas, and be part of a Bristol tradition!
15 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Promotional graphic for the V-T Tire Flip event in Bristol. The background shows the iconic Bristol sign spanning State Street with the words “A Good Place to Live.” A large group of student-athletes from Tennessee High School and Virginia High School are gathered at the starting line in the street below. Overlaid text reads: “V-T Tire Flip, June 12, 6 PM, State Street.” Traffic lights, vehicles, and downtown Bristol streetscape elements are visible in the background.
☀️ Great News! ☀️

Due to the strong community response to our BTCS Summer Free Meals Program, 100 additional meals have been added for this week's distribution on Thursday, June 11, at Avoca Elementary School.

Meals are available free of charge for children and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

📍 Avoca Elementary School
🕒 Thursday, June 11 | 3:00–6:00 p.m.

We are grateful for the opportunity to serve local children and families throughout the summer and look forward to seeing you there!
15 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic promoting the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Summer Free Meals Program. The graphic states that free meal distribution is available at Avoca Elementary School on Thursdays from 3:00–6:00 p.m. A prominent red announcement reads: “Due to High Demand, 100 Additional Meals Added for June 11!” Distribution dates listed are May 28; June 4, 11, 18, and 25; and July 2, 9, 16, and 23. The graphic includes the BTCS Summer Free Meals Program logo featuring a cartoon orange wearing sunglasses and the logos of Bristol Tennessee City Schools and SUN Meals Tennessee. Text at the bottom reads, “USDA is an equal opportunity provider.”
The BTCS screening team is hard at work welcoming new students and families this summer.

If your child will be joining Bristol Tennessee City Schools in pre-K or kindergarten next year and you have not yet scheduled a screening appointment, please email whitea@btcs.org.

Screenings will continue through June 10.
21 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A young child sits with two adults at a registration or screening table set up inside a gymnasium. One adult is seated in a chair reviewing paperwork, while the other sits at a table with a tablet or laptop. Blue wall padding and an indoor climbing wall are visible in the background. The group appears to be engaged in a check-in, assessment, or enrollment activity.
A staff member and a young child sit across from one another at a table in a gymnasium during an assessment or screening activity. The staff member appears to be asking a question while the child gestures in response. Assessment materials, folders, and supplies are spread across the table, with additional screening stations visible in the background.
A staff member sits beside a young student at a table in a gymnasium, taking notes while speaking with the child during an assessment or screening activity. Educational materials, manipulatives, and paperwork are spread across the table. Additional screening stations and staff members can be seen in the background.
☀️ Summer STREAM Camp is underway!

Today, we welcomed students across the district for the first day of Summer STREAM Camp. From smiling faces at morning drop-off to hands-on learning experiences waiting inside, students arrived ready for a summer filled with exploration, creativity, and growth.

This year's camp theme celebrates America's 250th anniversary, and students will enjoy engaging activities that connect science, technology, reading, engineering, art, and mathematics while building friendships and strengthening academic skills.

We're excited for a fantastic summer of learning and can't wait to see all that our students accomplish in the weeks ahead! 💙
23 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A colorful banner hangs in a school hallway window welcoming students to BTCS Summer STREAM Camp. The banner features patriotic red, white, and blue decorations, including flag bunting, stars, and fireworks graphics, along with the message, “Welcome to BTCS Summer STREAM Camp — Celebrating America’s 250th.” The display reflects the camp’s summer theme and recognition of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
Two school staff members stand together smiling in a bright school hallway. Both are wearing matching green school-themed T-shirts and white pants, with staff identification badges visible. In the background, the hallway opens into a larger common area where several people are gathered and talking near exposed brick columns and decorative bunting. The clean, well-lit school interior features classroom windows, neutral walls, and polished floors.
A school staff member stands smiling in front of library doors decorated with patriotic red, white, and blue wreaths and banners. The display celebrates America’s 250th anniversary, featuring “1776–2026” and “250 Freedom” banners, patriotic bunting, and festive paper decorations. The staff member is wearing a red-and-white striped shirt with blue stars and white pants, matching the patriotic theme of the library entrance.
A group of educators and staff members stand in a large circle inside a school commons area, participating in a team-building or discussion activity. The space features a black-and-white checkered floor, exposed brick columns, large windows, and a historic bell display at the center. Patriotic bunting hangs along an upper walkway in the background as participants listen and engage with one another in a bright, open setting.
A school staff member kneels slightly and points toward a destination while helping two elementary-age students find their way inside the school. The students, both wearing backpacks, listen attentively near the entrance as they prepare to head to their classrooms or camp activities. Patriotic decorations and welcome signs are visible in the background, creating a friendly and supportive first-day atmosphere.
A school staff member walks hand in hand with two young students wearing bright yellow Summer STREAM Camp T-shirts and backpacks as they enter the school. Other children and adults follow behind them near the entrance. A colorful backpack with a unicorn design is visible in the foreground, capturing the excitement and energy of students arriving for the start of camp.
Several elementary-age students wearing backpacks arrive at a school entrance as staff members greet them during morning drop-off. Two children walk together toward the building while another stands nearby, and adults supervise and welcome students at the curb. Vehicles are visible in the drop-off lane outside the school, creating a busy and welcoming start to the day.

☀️ Summer STREAM Camp starts Monday, June 1!

We are excited to welcome BTCS students entering kindergarten through 9th grade for a fun-filled summer of learning, exploration, and hands-on activities.

STREAM Camp includes:
🍎 Free breakfast and lunch
🎨 Engaging STREAM activities
📚 Reading and math support
⏰ Optional extended-day camp

Families can visit www.btcs.org/summerstream for camp information, schedules, locations, transportation details, and more.

We can’t wait to learn and grow together this summer!

26 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
The graphic reads “Celebrating America’s 250th” above the BTCS Summer STREAM Camp logo. The colorful circular logo features the words “Summer STREAM Camp” in bright orange, purple, and green lettering on a yellow background with a blue ribbon banner across the center. Decorative red, white, and blue fireworks and stars appear around the top of the design, with additional red and blue accents at the bottom. Along the bottom edge of the circle are the words “Science. Technology. Reading. Engineering. Art. Math.”
The BTCS Summer Free Meals Program begins this afternoon at Avoca Elementary School! ☀️

Families may pick up free breakfast and lunch meal bundles for children under 18 from 3–6 p.m. today. Meal pickup will continue each Thursday throughout the summer.

Please remember that a parent or guardian must be present to pick up meals. We look forward to serving our students and families this summer!
27 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A Bristol Tennessee City Schools Summer Free Meals Program flyer for Avoca Elementary School. The flyer features a cartoon orange wearing sunglasses on a surfboard beside the program title. The meal pickup site is listed as Avoca Elementary School from 3:00–6:00 p.m. on Thursdays: May 28; June 4, 11, 18, and 25; and July 2, 9, 16, and 23. Text states that each student will receive breakfast and lunch for seven days, and students in summer school will receive a three-day breakfast and lunch meal bundle at the Avoca site. Additional details note that any child under 18 is invited, meals are available first-come, first-served, and a parent or guardian must be present to pick up meals. Milk amounts included with meal packs are also listed. Contact information for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Department of School Nutrition is provided, along with the phone number 423-652-9222. The flyer ends with the statement, “USDA is an equal opportunity provider.”
The BTCS Book Bus is back for Summer 2026! 📚🚌☀️

Join us throughout June and July at locations across Bristol for free books and summer reading fun! Children can choose books to keep and build their own home libraries.

The Book Bus will visit Fairmount Elementary School, Avoca Elementary School, Little Hands Child Care Center, Littlest Angel Child Care, and By-Pass Day Care Center on select dates this summer.

All services are FREE, and the books selected are forever books that do not have to be returned.

Check out the flyer for dates, locations, and times, and join us at the stop most convenient for your family!
27 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Flyer titled “It’s Book Bus Time!!” from Bristol Tennessee City Schools featuring a colorful BTCS Book Bus graphic at the top. The flyer lists free summer Book Bus stops and times for June and July 2026. June Monday stops include Fairmount Elementary School from 8:30–10:30 a.m. and Little Hands Child Care Center from 10:45–11:15 a.m., with no Fairmount service on June 1 or 29. Thursday stops include By-Pass Day Care Center from 9–9:30 a.m., Littlest Angel Child Care from 9:45–10:30 a.m., and Avoca Elementary School from 2:30–4:30 p.m. July stops include Little Hands Child Care Center on July 13, all three Thursday locations on July 16, and Avoca Elementary School on July 23 from 2:30–4:30 p.m. A note states there will be no Book Bus services on July 2 or July 6–9. Text at the bottom explains that all services are free, books do not have to be returned, and families are encouraged to join at the most convenient location. The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears at the bottom.
Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting the freedoms we enjoy will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸
30 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Alt text: Graphic from Bristol Tennessee City Schools for Memorial Day. The design features the words “Memorial Day” in large blue letters with “Remember and Honor” underneath. A small patriotic star with an American flag pattern appears above the text. A flowing red, white, and blue American flag design stretches across the bottom of the graphic on a light gray background.
As we close out another incredible school year, we want to say THANK YOU to our students, staff, school board members, and families for helping make 2025–2026 such a success!

We hope everyone has a fun and safe summer. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great year!
about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic with a black-and-white horizontal striped background featuring a large red apple in the center. Inside the apple, white text reads “SCHOOL’S OUT!” In the bottom left corner is the Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo with a red “B” and the district name in black text above a green line.
Last week, Bristol Tennessee City Schools celebrated our incredible staff with a special Staff Appreciation event across the district!

Over the course of three days, administrators traveled from school to school delivering drinks from High Ridge Coffee Co. to staff members throughout BTCS.

From classrooms and cafeterias to offices and hallways, it was a small way to say a very big thank you to the people who make a difference for students every single day. We appreciate all of our BTCS staff members and the care, dedication, and heart you bring to our schools!
about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Four Bristol Tennessee City Schools staff members stand smiling together in a school hallway beneath posters promoting kindness and the Boys and Girls Club. One staff member holds an iced coffee drink. The group is dressed in casual professional attire with staff badges visible. White brick walls and colorful classroom decorations are visible in the background.
Two smiling women stand together in an elementary classroom beside a whiteboard. One woman wears a black jacket with white pants, and the other wears a bright red sweatshirt and jeans while holding a coffee cup and papers. Classroom shelves with labeled bins, teaching materials, and student supplies are visible in the background.
Two smiling women pose together in an office workspace. One woman is seated at a desk wearing a navy blue polka-dot blouse, while the other stands beside her in a black Bristol Tennessee City Schools jacket. A large iced coffee drink, computer keyboard, mouse, and phone are on the desk, with a calendar and framed car photo visible on the wall behind them.
Three Bristol Tennessee City Schools staff members stand together in an office area beside a curly-haired therapy dog. A school bus is visible through the large window behind them. One staff member wears a BTCS jacket, while the others are dressed in business-casual attire with staff badges. A dog bed sits on the floor nearby.
Four Bristol Tennessee City Schools staff members stand together in a school cafeteria kitchen holding iced coffee drinks topped with whipped cream. Stainless steel serving counters line the room, and colorful flower arrangements in painted cans decorate the shelves behind them. One staff member wears a Tennessee High Vikings shirt, while another wears a “peace, love & lunch” nutrition services shirt.

BTCS is proud to announce the inductees for the 2026 Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame.

This year’s class will be inducted on October 4, 2026, at Tennessee High School, beginning with a ceremony at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall.

Please enjoy this video announcement from Tennessee High School athletes and athletic supporters announcing the Class of 2026! ---- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSfNSIbrxII
You may also learn more about the Class of 2026 at https://athletics.btcs.org/o/athletics/article/2922449.

about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Congratulations, TOPS Class of 2026! 🎓
about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Collage featuring Tennessee Online Public School (TOPS) Class of 2026 graduates during commencement ceremonies. The top photo shows graduates in blue caps and gowns posing on stage while holding diplomas. The center section features the colorful TOPS logo across a red and lime-green background. The bottom photo captures graduates celebrating as they toss their blue caps into the air inside the auditorium.

Avoca and Fairmount Elementary students put their STEM skills to the test during the annual Egg Drop Challenge with help from BTES and their bucket truck. Students designed creative containers to protect their eggs as they dropped from heights up to 45 feet, applying science, problem-solving, and teamwork.

Thank you to BTES for partnering with these schools again this year to make this fun hands-on learning experience possible!

about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A BTES worker wearing a yellow hard hat and safety harness releases a student-designed egg drop container from a bucket truck during an outdoor STEM activity. The blue parachute-topped container floats downward against a bright blue sky with clouds and trees in the background.
A BTES bucket truck is parked outside on a sunny day with its boom arm extended high into the air. The white utility truck, labeled “BTES Bristol Tennessee Essential Services,” is set up for the school’s Egg Drop Challenge with trees and a bright blue sky in the background.
Wide view of an outdoor school event with dozens of elementary students seated on pavement and grass near a playground while a BTES bucket truck extends high into a large tree. Two utility workers sit in the raised bucket as students watch the demonstration on a sunny day surrounded by green hills and trees.
A BTES utility worker stands in a raised bucket truck high above the ground beside tree branches as a small egg-drop container with balloons attached falls through the air against a bright blue sky and green hillside backdrop.
Close-up of a student carefully holding an egg-drop project wrapped in protective material while another student and classmates gather nearby outdoors during the school’s Egg Drop Challenge activity.
Students sit along a sidewalk outside the school watching an Egg Drop Challenge demonstration as a utility worker in a raised bucket truck prepares to drop a student-created project from above. A school bus, parked cars, and the school building are visible in the background under a bright blue sky with clouds.
One final walk through the halls of THS. 🤎

Today, the Tennessee High School Class of 2026 celebrated its Senior Walkout — a special tradition marking the last time these seniors will walk out of high school together. Surrounded by cheers from classmates, staff, and family members, it was a memorable moment for an incredible class.
about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Students and staff gather on the front steps of Tennessee High School during a celebratory send-off. Several seniors wearing decorated jeans with “Senior 2026” painted on the legs walk across the brick courtyard while cheerleaders hold maroon pom-poms on either side of the entrance.
Students walk through a crowd of cheering supporters outside Tennessee High School as members of the Mighty Viking Band perform nearby. Cheerleaders with maroon pom-poms line the foreground while families, staff, and students gather along the walkway under a cloudy afternoon sky.

For generations of Tennessee High students, Class Night has marked a meaningful transition, the moment one senior class passes the torch to the next.

Last night, the Class of 2027 officially stepped into its role as Tennessee High’s newest senior class, continuing a tradition that has been part of Viking history for decades.

These photos pair moments from this year’s ceremony with images from the 1961 Tennessee High yearbook, reminding us that while styles and faces may change, the pride, leadership, and traditions of Bristol Tennessee City Schools continue to connect Vikings across generations.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 and the Class of 2027!

about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A collage featuring Tennessee High School Class Night traditions across generations. The top image shows a large illuminated “CLASS NIGHT 26” display surrounded by maroon, white, and silver balloon arrangements outside the school entrance. The bottom left image shows two male students carrying a large shield and ceremonial axe during the 2026 Class Night ceremony while students dressed in formal white attire stand behind them on stage. The bottom right image is a black-and-white yearbook photo labeled “Class Night 1961,” showing students in formal attire holding a shield marked “BTHS,” highlighting the long-standing tradition at Tennessee High School.
Wide view of Tennessee High School’s Class Night ceremony inside Viking Hall. The school band performs on the gym floor while students and speakers stand on stage in formal attire beside the BTHS shield and ceremonial axes. Maroon curtains frame the stage, and “VIKING PRIDE” is displayed prominently along the front wall of the gym. Spectators are seated in the bleachers as the ceremony takes place.
Black-and-white 1961 Tennessee High School yearbook page titled “Class of ’61 Class Night.” The photo shows rows of formally dressed students standing together during the ceremony, with young women wearing gowns and gloves and young men wearing suits and ties. Below the image, a yearbook caption describes the tradition of seniors handing down the shields and axes to the junior class during Class Night.
Today we celebrate the incredible school nurses of Bristol Tennessee City Schools for all they do to care for and support our students every single day.

From treating everyday bumps and bruises to managing complex health needs, our nurses play a vital role in keeping our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn. They are often a calm presence, a trusted listener, and a source of comfort for students and staff alike.

We are grateful for the compassion, expertise, and dedication each of you brings to your work. You make a difference in the lives of our students and families every day.

Happy School Nurse Day! 🩺✨
about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic celebrating School Nurse Day with a dark blue grid background and colorful balloons across the top. A circular emblem in the center reads “School Nurse Day” and “May 6, 2026,” featuring a school building with a medical cross and stethoscope. Along the bottom, a group of school nurses stands side by side, some wearing scrubs and others in casual attire, with two dogs sitting in front of them. The text “Bristol Tennessee City Schools” appears below the group.
Graphic recognizing school nurses for School Nurse Day on a dark blue grid background. The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears at the top, with a School Nurse Day badge on the left reading “May 6, 2026.” Individual headshots of nurses are arranged in a grid, each labeled with a name and school or role: Lori Viars (Anderson), Christy Booher (Avoca), Christina Dollar (Lead Nurse), Julie Nave (TMS), Tammy Moore (Fairmount), Julie Brummett (Haynesfield), Susanna Crumb (THS), Kathryn Netherland (Holston View), Sherry Ratliff (Viking Academy), Cam Mumpower (Float Nurse), and Maliah Tilley (Float Nurse).