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School Board to Meet December 12th, 2024
School Board to Meet December 12th, 2024
The Johnson County Board of Education will meet for their regularly scheduled board meeting at 6:00 p.m. on December 12th, 2024. You can find links to the school board meeting agenda below.
Link to View the Live Stream (Begins at 6:00 p.m.)
Invitation To Bid - Laurel Elementary Parking Lot Expansion
Invitation To Bid - Laurel Elementary Parking Lot Expansion
BRIEF PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Construct a new paved drive and parking on the vacant lot adjacent to the existing Laurel Elementary School in Johnson County, Tennessee. Bids are requested for two options: Option A includes the drive and 13 parking spaces; Option B includes the drive and 32 parking spaces.
Johnson County Schools has partnered with ENGAGE TN
Johnson County Schools has partnered with ENGAGE TN, a free program offered by the state to boost student engagement. This program is completely free and optional. Schools may refer students to the program, but if you would like your student to be involved without a school referral, please notify us through email at eosborne@jocoed.net or by phone at 423-727-2640.
Superintendents from Northeast Tennessee Release Statement Concerning Responsible Reporting of Potential School Threats
Superintendents from Northeast Tennessee Release Statement Concerning Responsible Reporting of Potential School Threats
Superintendents from Northeast Tennessee have released the following joint statement:
In recent weeks, schools throughout our region have experienced a notable increase in reported threats to school safety. This appears to be part of a trend of similar, non-credible posts that have been circulating in communities across the country.
We encourage our students, staff, and families to speak up if they see or hear anything that could represent a potential safety threat. However, we ask that they use the appropriate channels to report these issues.
We encourage our students, staff, and families to speak up if they see or hear anything that could represent a potential safety threat. However, we ask that they use the appropriate channels to report these issues. These include:
● Contacting a school administrator, teacher, or other school personnel.
● Using school system specific reporting tools (contact local school district for details)
● Using Tennessee’s statewide reporting app, SafeTN safety reporting app.
● Contacting local law enforcement (non-emergency number)
● Calling 911 (in an emergency situation).
Hoax threats can be highly disruptive to teaching and learning, while causing a great deal of stress and anxiety. We are asking for the help of our students, staff, families, and community members by not sharing rumors or posts referencing unsubstantiated threats via social media. Doing so only causes more confusion and misinformation to spread, which can make it difficult for law enforcement officials to investigate situations in a timely manner.
We all have a role to play in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming learning environment. Please report—rather than repost—any school safety concerns.
We thank the members of our respective communities for your support of our schools and commitment to the safety of the students under our care.
Dr. Steve Barnett
Johnson City Schools
Dr. Jerry Boyd
Washington County Schools
Arnie Bunch
Hamblen County Schools
Dr. Brandon Carpenter
Carter County Schools
Chuck Carter
Sullivan County Schools
John English
Unicoi County Schools
Dr. Christopher Hampton
Kingsport City Schools
Matt Hixon
Hawkins County Schools
Edwin Jarangin
Rogersville City School
David McClain
Greene County Schools
Manney Moore
Cocke County Schools
Charlotte Mullins
Hancock County Schools
Dr. Justin Norton
Newport City School
Dr. Mischelle Simcox
Johnson County Schools
Steve Starnes
Greeneville City Schools
Dr. Annette Tudor
Bristol City Schools
Richard VanHuss
Elizabethton City Schools
FLU Vaccinations Available at Your Child's School
FLU Vaccinations Available at Your Child's School
The Johnson County Health Department and the Johnson County School System have partnered to provide seasonal influenza (flu) vaccinations at your child's school. If your child is uninsured, there is no cost to you for the flu vaccine. If your child is covered by insurance, including TennCare and private insurance, the County Health Department will file a claim with the insurance plan and receive reimbursement directly from the insurance plan . There is no out of pocket cost to you for the flu vaccines provided during this school flu vaccination clinic.
Health Department nurses will vaccinate children and school staff using the injectable (shot) flu vaccine. Clinics will begin as soon as the vaccine arrives at the health department (usually middle to late fall).
If you would like for your child to receive flu vaccine, please complete the following consent form. Be sure to sign the form electronically as this will be your permission for your student to receive the vaccine. You must fill out a separate consent form for each student you would like to receive the vaccine. If at a later date you change your mind and do not wish for your child to receive flu vaccine at the school, please notify the Johnson County Health Department at 423-727-9731 prior to the clinic date. This service to the students and staff is being done to decrease the impact of seasonal flu in our communities and to decrease school absenteeism.
If you have any questions, please call the Johnson County Health Department at 423-727-9731
Consent Form - English (to be updated)
Consent Form - Spanish (to be updated)