The Partners in Education program is designed to create a close, working relationship between a community organization and a school or specific program within the Knox County School System.  The purpose of this program is to enrich and expand the educational opportunities of Knox County students, while fostering a deeper understanding of the school system within the community.

Through the establishment of personal relationships between community leaders and educators, the goal of Partners in Education is to create a spirit of involvement that has a positive impact on Knox County.  This involvement helps develop the local school environment into a powerful educational setting where community members are working actively with students.

Partners in Education encourages community leaders to take a greater interest in the Knox County School System.  This program opens school doors to the community while providing an opportunity to better prepare students to succeed in an ever-changing world.

The Knox County School System seeks to partner with organizations that have a desire to contribute to the education of the 56,000 students across the district.  Some areas of the community that are already participating include:  businesses (both local and national), civic clubs, government agencies (federal, state and local), professional organizations, churches, organizations at colleges and universities and nonprofit agencies. 

This list is not restrictive, however.  The Knox County School System will gladly welcome any group of concerned community leaders who want to invest their time, talent and resources in students.

Current Partners
Elementary Schools
Middle Schools
High Schools
District Partners
Non-Traditional Schools

Program  Tools
Pillars of Partnerships
School Coordinator Responsibilities
Keys to Successful Partnerships
Community Partner Coordinator Responsibilities
Activities that work
Frequently Asked Questions
Partnership Pitfalls
Partnership Forms

Barney Thompson Scholarship
2011 Scholarship Application
2011 Scholarship Timeline

PIE Advisory Board
2010-2011 Advisory Board

Career Fair
2012 Career Day
2011 Career Day Photo Gallery
2010 Career Day Photo Gallery

Parent Organizations

Tennessee PTA

National PTA
Knox County Council PTA


*You may also want to check your local school site for parent involvement opportunities

Licensing
Frequently Asked Questions
Download Licensing Contract

Knox County Schools Coupon Books
Current Coupon Offers
2011 Coupon Book Report
2010 Coupon Book Report

Teacher Supply Depot
What is the Teacher Supply Depot?
Dates, Hours
How to contribute
Wish List - Supplies Needed

Dine Out for Education
Dates
Participating Restaurants
Reports

Schooled for Success
Career Fair
Summer Internship

Principal for a Day

Great Schools Partnership



School Support Organizations
Approved Support Organizations
Board Policy DL

Teacher Recognition
KCS Teacher Recognition