Representatives from Bloomberg Philanthropies and Ballad Health visited Bristol Tennessee City Schools on September 29 to learn how our students are gaining early access to health science pathways through the Ballad Health Academy.
BTCS is the only district in the region offering high school credit in health science at the middle school level—and we lead the region in Ballad Academy enrollment.
Read the full story. https://www.btcs.org/article/2465423

3 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Collage of students participating in health science classes at Bristol Tennessee City Schools. Images show students practicing clinical skills, assisting classmates acting as patients, and working with instructors in classroom and lab settings. The center overlay reads, “Bloomberg Philanthropies and Ballad Health Visit BTCS to Spotlight Innovative Health Science Pathways.”
You can now sign up for the December ACT that will be given on December 13 at Tennessee High School. The end of the semester is the perfect time to test as your classes come to a close. Sign up now at act.org!
3 months ago, Tennessee High School
"Informational flyer about the ACT exam. Header text reads 'Need to take the ACT?' with the ACT logo. It says to sign up at act.org for the December test at Tennessee High School. Details: Test Date: December 13, Registration Deadline: November 7, Late Registration Deadline: November 24, Score Release Date: December 30. White text on a dark blue background."
💓 Learn Hands-Only CPR in just 3 minutes! 💓

Join us October 3 at the Tennessee High football game and learn how to make a difference when it matters most!

⏰ 4:30–6:30 Viking Village | 5:30–8:00 Alleyway
3 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Red promotional flyer for Hands-Only CPR Training. On the left, a photo shows a person practicing chest compressions on a CPR training manikin. At the top right, large white text reads: “Heroes Aren’t Born. They’re Trained.” Below, smaller text says: “Can you donate 3 minutes of time? Join us today and make a difference when it matters most.” Event details are highlighted in bold: October 3. Training sessions: Stone Castle, 4:30–6:30 – Viking Village, 5:30–8:00 – Alleyway. A simple CPR icon and the words “Hands-Only CPR Training” appear at the bottom right. Bristol Tennessee City Schools’ logo is displayed at the bottom left. Footer text states the training is presented by the Sullivan County Health Council and Bristol TN Fire Rescue in collaboration with Bristol City Schools.
Oct. 1 is the date of the senior ACT retake. All other grade levels will have a virtual day.
3 months ago, Tennessee High School
Announcement flyer with maroon and yellow background about the Senior ACT on October 1. Text reads: 'Seniors need to bring their Chromebooks and chargers and report to their test room by 7:30. Lunch will be available for Seniors in the cafeteria after the ACT. Virtual Day for 9th, 10th, & 11th graders. Virtual assignments must be completed by midnight! Grab-N-Go lunches available at the front entrance from 10:30 - 11:00.
Class of 2026 families: Order your senior ad today!
3 months ago, Tennessee High School
Flyer for Class of 2026 Senior Ads. It says: "Senior Ads. Due Sept. 22 to Mrs. Vickers. Due Oct. 12 to Jostens.com. See Ms. Vickers if you have questions." The flyer features illustrations of two smiling graduates in caps and gowns, one holding a diploma.
Congratulations to Dominic Shipley who was recently named as a 2026 National Merit Semifinalist. On September 10, officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) announced the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists across the country in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program. The semifinalists will continue in the competition for some 6,930 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million that will be offered next spring. Congratulations to Dominic on this prestigious achievement!
4 months ago, Tennessee High School
Alt-text: Maroon graphic with white text that reads, “Congratulations to Dominic Shipley! 2026 National Merit Semifinalist.” On the right is a formal senior portrait of a smiling student wearing glasses, a black tuxedo jacket, white shirt, and bow tie. On the left is a smaller circular photo of the same student wearing a maroon T-shirt and black shorts, standing next to a large painted rock featuring a Viking design. Decorative white dots and starburst accents frame the design.
THS Families: You can log in now to view your child's pictures. If you are unhappy with them, we will have a school retake day on September 25!
4 months ago, Tennessee High School
Graphic with a maroon background featuring a cream-colored illustration of a camera with sparkles. Text reads: “School pictures are ready! To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student’s student ID number. All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.”
Graphic with a maroon background. Text at the top reads: “If you are dissatisfied with your original school pics or missed that day, plan on having a retake on September 25.” Below is a Lifetouch banner with text: “Fall Picture Retake Day is Coming!” Details listed: School Name: Tennessee High School. Picture Day Date: Thursday, September 25. Picture Day ID: EVTZWQNGV.
Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2025.

🗓 Sunday, September 7, 2025
🕒 3:00 p.m.
📍 Viking Hall, Tennessee High School

For those who cannot attend in person, the ceremony will be available to watch live here: https://tinyurl.com/2m2mt46n

Following the induction ceremony, we will host a reception and the unveiling of the 2025 Hall of Fame display.
Let’s come together to honor and celebrate the outstanding athletes who have made their mark on Viking history.

4 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Digital invitation for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Induction Ceremony. At the top is the Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo with a gold banner that reads “Athletic Hall of Fame.” The text below invites people to celebrate the induction of the Class of 2025. Event details: 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Sunday, September 7, 2025, 3:00 p.m., Viking Hall, Tennessee High School. A reception and 2025 Hall of Fame display unveiling will follow. The design features a white background with a gold border.
September is College App Month! Many colleges/universities offer free admission fees to celebrate. See the graphic for individual codes.
4 months ago, Tennessee High School
Flyer titled “College App Month 25.26 – Apply for Free During September!” with three sections of colleges offering free applications. Always Free: Bryan College, Carson-Newman University, Chattanooga State Community College, Cleveland State Community College, Columbia State Community College, Dyersburg State Community College, Emory & Henry, King University, Lincoln Memorial University, Maryville College, Nashville State Community College, Northeast State Community College, Pellissippi State Community College, Sewanee, TCAT Schools, Tusculum University, The University of Tennessee Southern, Walters State Community College. September 1–30: Austin Peay (code: APAPPLY), Cumberland University (code: CUAPPLY), East TN State University (code: TNFreeApp26), Fisk University, Lee University (code: APPLY92026), Tennessee State University, Union University (code: TN2526), University of Memphis. Other: Belmont University (Sept. 15–19, code: TNWEEK26), Lipscomb University (Sept. 15–30, code: THEC25), Middle TN State University (Sept. 15–21), Milligan University (year-round, code: BUFFALO26), TN Tech University (Sept. 15–19), UT Chattanooga (Sept. 15–19, code: FREEAPP26), UT Knoxville (Sept. 17 only), UT Martin (Sept. 15–19), Vanderbilt (Sept. 15–19).
All students are invited to join us for ACT boot camp next week!
4 months ago, Tennessee High School
Alt text: Flyer with text: “FREE ACT Boot Camp. Tuesday–Friday, Sept. 2–5. Mornings: 6:50–7:20 AM. Afternoons: 3:00–5:00 PM. Wellness Rooms, Door 5. Bring pencil & calculator. The purpose of this boot camp is to prepare seniors, juniors, & sophomores for the upcoming ACT on the following dates: Sept. 6, Oct. 1, Oct. 18, & Dec. 13. Afternoons: You can stay the whole two hours or leave early.”

🐾 Meet Dolly! 🐾

Tennessee High School is excited to welcome our newest therapy dog, Dolly—a tiny, lovable Goldendoodle who will be providing comfort and smiles to our Viking community.

Check out the feature article written by Maroon & White staff writer Neela Cooke to learn more about Dolly’s story and the important role she’ll play at THS.

A special thank you to Dolly’s Top Dog sponsor, Friendship Enterprises, for making her work possible!

👉 https://tinyurl.com/THStherapydogDolly

4 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Social media graphic announcing Tennessee High School’s new therapy dog, Dolly. The top section shows the headline of a Maroon & White student newspaper article titled “Hello, Dolly! Welcome Bristol’s Newest Therapy Dog,” written by staff writer Neela Cooke. To the right is a photo of Dolly, a small, fluffy brown Goldendoodle puppy with white markings, standing on a street in front of Tennessee High School. Below, a red banner reads, “Thanks to Dolly’s Top Dog sponsor Friendship Enterprises!” At the bottom are the Friendship Cars logo with a cartoon dog and the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Therapy Dog Program logo.

Buy your Pink Out shirt today!

4 months ago, Tennessee High School
Pink flyer advertising “Pink Out” game day T-shirts. The top reads “Pink Out Game Day T-shirts Now Available!” with anchor graphics on each side. A light pink T-shirt design is shown with a Viking helmet and a pink ribbon, reading “Vikings are fighting for the cure.” Text on the right says “$20. Adult: Small – 4XL. Youth: Small – Large. Cash or checks accepted; checks must be made out to Tennessee High School.” A banner states, “T-shirts on sale through September 3rd.” Below, text reads: “Please see Mrs. Dunkerly, Mrs. Canter, Mrs. Dye, or an Anchor Club member to order!” Large text announces: “Pink Out Game: Friday, September 26th.” Small text at the bottom: “Proceeds: Susan G. Komen Foundation & Anchor Club.”
Get your Viking gear today!
4 months ago, Tennessee High School
ChatGPT said: Here’s alt text for the flyer you uploaded: Alt Text: Maroon flyer for the “2025 Tennessee High Back to School Shop.” The top headline reads “2025 Tennessee High Back to School Shop.” Three tilted screenshots of an online store show apparel and gear, including T-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, shorts, and backpacks, mostly in black, gray, and red with Viking logos. At the bottom, white text reads: “Our Shop Details – Shop Now: bit.ly/2025vikingshop – Store open until September 8, 2025.”
Want to better understand your child’s learning progress? The TCAP Family Portal gives parents access to personalized information, test results, and resources to support learning at home. Schools are in the process of sending home each student's printed state TCAP score reports from last school year. Once you receive your child's report, we encourage you to visit the TCAP Family Portal for more information about your child's TCAP results. For instructions on accessing the portal, go to https://www.btcs.org/page/tcap-family-portal.
4 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic with the headline “Know More, Learn More TN.” Text reads, “Support every step of your child’s learning journey! Visit the TCAP Family Portal!” A photo of hands typing on a laptop keyboard is shown in the center. Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo is at the bottom.
Students interested in taking the PSAT should sign up asap. The registration form can be found on your homeroom Canvas pages. Seating is limited, so register early!
4 months ago, Tennessee High School
Bright yellow announcement graphic with bold text reading “ATTENTION JUNIORS & SOPHOMORES” framed by two large white exclamation points. Inside a white starburst shape, the text says: “The PSAT will be administered on Wed., October 22. Students must complete the registration form (on Homeroom Canvas pages) and pay the non-refundable $20.00 exam fee by September 3. Fee waivers are available to eligible students. Accommodation requests must be submitted to Ms. McKay by August 28. Seating is limited, so register early!”
Today, the city of Bristol, Virginia, announced a new partnership with Boyd Sports to build a facility for the Bristol State Liners. After many ups and downs in our shared efforts toward a new stadium, we understand this news may feel disappointing to some. While we had communicated to the city of Bristol, Tennessee, our continued commitment to the project as recently as yesterday, ultimately, we believe this new direction is the best course for our baseball program and for our students. Moving forward, this allows us to focus solely on what is in the best interest of our teams and our athletes, without the constraints of outside entities.

Throughout our discussions with the City of Bristol, Tennessee, our priority has consistently been ensuring that any facility meets the needs of Tennessee High student-athletes first. As was mentioned in the City of Bristol, Tennessee’s public statement, this included advocating for equitable locker room space for our teams that is comparable to other sports—something we even offered to fund to reduce the burden on the project.

Please know that we remain firmly dedicated to meeting the facility needs of Tennessee High Baseball, and we hope the city remains committed to creating top-tier facilities for our students. We thank the community for their continued support!
4 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools

You’re invited! Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2025 Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be held Sunday, Sept. 7, at 3 p.m. in Viking Hall, Tennessee High School. A reception and Hall of Fame display unveiling will follow—don’t miss this special community celebration! More info at www.btcs.org/hof.

4 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Invitation graphic for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame. Text reads: ‘Please join us to celebrate the induction of the Class of 2025. Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame. 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Sunday, September 7, 2025, 3:00 p.m. Viking Hall, Tennessee High School. Reception & 2025 Hall of Fame Display Unveiling to follow.’ The top features the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Athletic Hall of Fame logo with a black and gold design border.
Parents & Teachers: Join Vikings United today! Formerly known as the PTSA, this group has rebranded to ensure that every penny raised supports THS directly. Vikings United is dedicated to supporting our staff with meals, prizes, and more, all to meet the needs of our school community. Joining is quick and easy. Join at https://bit.ly/thsvikingsunited!
5 months ago, Tennessee High School
Alt text: Flyer for Vikings United with social media handle @ths_vikings_united and a maroon Tennessee High School “T” logo. Headline reads “Vikings United – Culture • Community • Fundraising.” Sections describe: “Culture – Supporting what makes THS special,” “Community – Bringing people together,” and “Fundraising – Fueling Viking Success!” A black circle lists dues as “$5 Teachers, $10 Parents.” An arrow points to text “Join Us! https://bit.ly/thsvikingsunited” with a QR code. Footer says “100% of dues goes directly to THS!”

Underclassmen (everyone but seniors), faculty, staff, and administration photos will be Friday, Aug. 22. Ordering envelopes will be available in homeroom and at the front desk next week. Parents may log onto mylifetouch.com with the code EVT69W4K8 to purchase photos or may pay the photographer on Aug. 22 (using the envelope).

After Picture Day, families that have an account with Lifetouch will receive an email notification that their child's image is ready for viewing as soon as the SAME DAY they were photographed. All other families will receive an email that their proofs are ready for viewing within 24-48 hours if emails were provided to us in your student data.

5 months ago, Tennessee High School
Alt text: "School picture day announcement for Friday, August 22, 2025. Features a collage of smiling student portraits surrounding a blue sign that reads: '2025 Picture Day! Code EVT69W4K8. Order today on mylifetouch.com.' Yellow badge says 'Order Before Picture Day and Save $$.' Text in Spanish below provides the same information."
Students with perfect attendance from August 20–27 will be entered to win a Student Sports Pass for free entry to home games. Five winners will be chosen! #communitiesinschools
5 months ago, Tennessee High School
Alt text: "Flyer with a football field background promoting Tennessee High School's 'Horns Up for Great Attendance' campaign by Communities In Schools Appalachian Highlands, in partnership with United Way Bristol TN/VA and Bristol Motor Speedway. Text explains that students with perfect attendance from August 20–27 will be entered to win a Student Sports Pass for free entry to home games. Five winners will be chosen. Contact information for Heather O’Quinn is listed at the bottom."