You’re invited to celebrate the incredible creativity of our students at the 11th Annual Virginia Duff Fine Arts Festival! 🎨🎶

Join us Thursday, February 26, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Tennessee Middle School for a districtwide K–12 showcase featuring a professional student art show and live vocal and instrumental performances.

Bring your family, invite a friend, and grab dinner from one of the local food trucks—we can’t wait to see you there! 💜
2 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Alt text: Graphic promoting the 11th Annual Virginia Duff Fine Arts Festival. The design features soft overlapping circles in pastel purple, blue, and green tones. At the top right, it reads, “The community is invited.” Centered text reads: “11th Annual Virginia Duff Fine Arts Festival.” Event details: Thursday, February 26, 5:30–7:30 p.m., at Tennessee Middle School, 840 Alabama St., Bristol, TN. The graphic describes the event as a districtwide K–12 fine arts extravaganza including a professional student art show and student vocal and instrumental ensembles. It notes that the art show and musical performances will occur at the same time, allowing attendees to move through the event at their own pace. A line at the bottom reads, “Grab dinner from one of the local food trucks.” The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears in the lower right corner.

Looking for extra academic support for your child this spring? 🌱

Bristol Tennessee City Schools is offering Spring Intersession (March 17–19) and a Flexible Learning Day (March 23) to help students strengthen skills, stay engaged, and keep learning moving forward.

Register by March 6 to take advantage of this additional learning opportunity! www.btcs.org/page/flexible-learning-day

5 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic promoting Bristol Tennessee City Schools’ Spring Intercession and Flexible Learning Day. Three photos across the top show elementary students reading together, middle school students raising their hands in class, and an elementary student writing at a desk. Text reads: “Spring Intersession & Flexible Learning Day – Register Now.” Dates listed below: “Intersession: March 17–19” and “Flexible Learning Day: March 23.”
If musical instruments and songwriting are pastimes you'd like to explore, please attend the modern band interest meeting that will be held February 11 during Viking Time in the choir room.
8 days ago, Tennessee High School
Flyer titled “Modern Band – Interest Meeting” in large coral text on a pale yellow background with a coral border. Details read: “Wednesday | Feb. 11 | Viking Time | Choir Room.” Text asks if students play or want to play keyboard, guitar, bass guitar, drums, or sing, and if they are interested in joining or starting a rock or country band. A section lists benefits of joining Modern Band: learning or improving an instrument, performing rock, pop, and country music as a band, learning PA and electronic equipment, and learning song structure, songwriting, and elements of music. The bottom shows colorful illustrations of musical instruments including guitars, drums, trumpet, and floating music notes.
Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 5.
9 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Blue graphic with falling snow and icicles at the top reads “Bristol Tennessee City Schools.” Large bold text in the center says “Closed,” followed by “February 5, 2026.” A snowflake and a thermometer icon appear near the bottom, indicating cold weather.
Students with perfect attendance in February will have the chance to win a gift card that covers dinner or dessert! Five winners will be chosen. #communitiesinschools
10 days ago, Tennessee High School
Bright blue promotional graphic for Tennessee High School with the headline “No Heartbreak, Just Attendance” and subheading “All Month Long!” Colorful heart-shaped logos for Communities In Schools of Appalachian Highlands are arranged across the top. Text explains that students who attend every day in February have a chance to win a date night or friends’ night out, including dinner and dessert gift cards, with five winners drawn. Footer includes contact information for Heather O’Quinn and partner logos for Bristol Tennessee City Schools and United Way.
Seniors: The Larry C. Ballard Scholarship is Tennessee High's biggest scholarship. Recipients will receive a maximum of $15,000 annually for up to four years. The application deadline is April 1. Apply today!
about 1 month ago, Tennessee High School
Flyer announcing that 2026 scholarship applications are now open from the Larry C. Ballard Scholarship Foundation. The application period runs now through April 1, 2026. The scholarship supports college-bound undergraduate students who show academic achievement and a focused pursuit outside the general course of study. Includes the website www.lcbscholarship.com for more information and applications.
Seniors: You can now begin sending in photos for the annual Senior Memory Video. This video will be viewed at Class Night as a reminder of the time that has passed leading up to your high school graduation! #Classof2026
about 1 month ago, Tennessee High School
Flyer announcing “Class of 2026 Senior Memory Video.” Large yellow “2026” text appears over a faded background of silhouetted graduates tossing caps at sunset. The flyer includes instructions to submit photos to Ms. Davis by spring break (March 13, 2025), noting each senior may submit one individual photo and two group photos, with formal yearbook photos included automatically. It encourages fun group photos from earlier school years and requests song suggestions, providing an email address and noting photos can be texted directly to her email. ChatGPT can make mistakes. Check important info.
Need to improve your ACT score? Sign up to take the February test at THS! Spend your Valentine's Day with Ms. Davis, Ms. Silvers, and the A-C-T! Nothing says love like the A-C-T!
about 1 month ago, Tennessee High School
Dark blue promotional graphic with pink heart accents advertising the ACT. Large text reads, “Need to take the ACT?” followed by “Sign up at act.org for the February test at Tennessee High School!” Additional details list: Test Date: February 14; Registration Deadline: January 9; Late Registration Deadline: January 23; Score Release Date: March 3.
Welcome back, students! Let's kick off 2026 with strong attendance!
about 1 month ago, Tennessee High School
Blue promotional graphic with snowflake background for Communities In Schools Appalachian Highlands at Tennessee High School. Large text reads, “Snow Excuses… New Year, All Here!” Below, an illustration of a scoop of ice cream says, “Start the new year strong! Students with zero absences in January will receive an ice-cream treat!” Logos for Bristol Tennessee City Schools and United Way appear at the bottom, along with contact information for Heather O’Quinn.
THS Families: Please join us to learn about planning for next year's classes and life beyond high school.
about 2 months ago, Tennessee High School
Flyer announcing a “Registration Planning Meeting for Parents.” Black background with red megaphone graphics on the left. Text reads: “Please join us for a Registration Planning Meeting for Parents. We will share information about registering your student for classes next year and High School & Beyond planning. Thursday, January 15th. Two session options: 12:00 or 5:30. Senior families: the last 10–15 minutes will include information specific to rising seniors.”
Schools are closed from December 22 through January 5. Enjoy the break!
about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic from Bristol Tennessee City Schools displaying the holiday schedule. Decorative string lights form a circular border around the text. Text reads: “Holiday Schedule. December 22–January 5: Schools Closed. January 6: All students return on regular schedule.”
Check out the BTCS Winter Newsletter! https://tinyurl.com/winter2025BTCS
about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
BTCS News graphic with a maroon border and white center, featuring large maroon text that reads “Winter 2025.” The BTCS News logo appears in the upper left, with a stylized city skyline graphic in the upper right.
🎉 Congratulations to Tennessee High School and Tennessee Middle School on earning a B rating on the 2024–2025 Tennessee State Report Card! This recognition reflects strong student growth and continued commitment to school success. 👏📚
about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic titled “Tennessee School Letter Grades 2024–2025” showing Tennessee High School and Tennessee Middle School with a large circular badge displaying a B rating. Text reads “Congratulations for outstanding student acceleration and school success!” and includes the Tennessee Department of Education logo.
Early Dismissal Reminder 🚨

BTCS will dismiss early on Friday, December 19, for Winter Break.

Middle and High Schools @ 11:45 a.m.

Elementary Schools @ 12:30 p.m.
about 2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic announcing Early Dismissal for Bristol Tennessee City Schools. Text reads: “Early Dismissal! BTCS will dismiss early on Friday, December 19 for Winter Break.” Dismissal times listed are Middle/High: 11:45 PM and Elementary: 12:30 PM. The design features a dark blue background with a circular strand of colorful holiday lights surrounding the text and the Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo at the top.
Want to improve your ACT scores? Join us for next week's ACT Boot Camp!
2 months ago, Tennessee High School
A colorful flyer advertising a free ACT Boot Camp. The top has a blue and pink banner reading “FREE,” followed by large text stating “ACT Boot Camp.” It lists the dates Monday–Thursday, Dec. 8–Dec. 11, and the time 2:45–4:45 PM. Below are rounded red boxes with the messages “Wellness Room 2447” and “Bring pencil & calculator.” A purple box at the bottom states that all students are invited, it’s preparation for the December ACT, and encourages bringing a friend. The background includes soft pastel shapes.
Be present, and win prizes! Students attending school from December 3–18 are entered into daily drawings for presents.
2 months ago, Tennessee High School
A festive red holiday-themed graphic from Tennessee High School features white snowflakes, a decorated Christmas tree on the right, and colorful wrapped presents at the bottom. Large text reads “‘Tis the Season for Showing Up!” Below, smaller text explains a “12 Days of Giveaways” event where students attending school from December 3–18 are entered into daily drawings for presents. Contact information for Heather O’Quinn appears at the bottom.
A big thank you to all who tried out for the talent show!
3 months ago, Tennessee High School
Here is alt text for the image: **Alt Text:** Photo of a printed announcement titled “Talent Show.” The text thanks students for auditioning and explains that not everyone could be selected due to limited spots. It lists “Selected Acts” including various student names and their performance types such as vocal performances, magic, band, dance duo, musical/vocal, and sax duet. It also lists “Alternates” with additional names. A “Talent Show” stamp-style graphic is on the right side. At the bottom, it notes there will be a meeting after break for all contestants and to check emails and announcements for details.
Congratulations to Ella Dingus, Endrew Nolasco Miclos, and Esme Lin, who performed superbly at the Showstopper Invitational at Science Hill on November 22. These first-time participants brought home two trophies in the debate category!

If you are interested in participating in forensics activities like debate, see Ms. Davis in room 3434 ASAP. The next competition is December 6 at Dobyns-Bennett.
3 months ago, Tennessee High School
This is a photograph of three students who participated in the forensics competition at Science Hill.
Time to plan those holiday 'fits! Student council will be having dress up days all through December.
3 months ago, Tennessee High School
Green holiday-themed graphic with white handwritten-style text in the center that reads “Holiday Dress-Up Days.” Surrounding the text are festive illustrations, including a striped Santa mitten, ice skate, gingerbread cookie, red stocking, wrapped gift, snowman, Christmas tree, candy cane, yellow star, snowflakes, and string lights.
Green holiday-themed graphic titled “Week 1” with festive illustrations of a striped mitten, ice skate, lights, and snowflakes. Below, a list of themed dress-up days with colorful text: – Dec 1: Jolly Jammies – Wear Christmas Pajamas (gold text) – Dec 2: Candy Cane – Wear Candy Cane items or Red & White (white text) – Dec 3: Grinch – Wear something Grinch related or Green (light green text) – Dec 4: Present – Dress up as a present or wear Red & Green (red text) – Dec 5: Ugly Christmas Sweaters – Wear your best ugly holiday sweater or wear black (black text).
Green holiday-themed graphic titled “Week 2” with festive illustrations of a snowman, Christmas trees, snowflakes, and a wrapped gift at the bottom. Text lists themed dress-up days in various colors: – Dec 8: Nightmare Before Christmas – Wear Halloween attire or orange (gold text) – Dec 9: Santa and the Elves – Seniors are Santa, Underclassmen are Elves (white text) – Dec 10: White Christmas – Wear white (light gray text) – Dec 11: Reindeer Day – Dress as a reindeer or wear brown and tan (red text) – Dec 12: Christmas Lights – Wear Christmas lights or neon (black text).
Green holiday-themed graphic titled “Week 2” with festive illustrations of a snowman, Christmas trees, snowflakes, and a wrapped gift at the bottom. Text lists themed dress-up days in various colors:: Dec. 15: Flannel-Wear plaid or flannel patterns, Dec. 16: Christmas Tree, Wear decorations or green
All THS students are invited to attend the Snowball Winter Semi-Formal on Dec. 13 at 8 pm in Viking Hall. Advance tickets are $10 while tickets at the door will be $15. We hope to see you there!
3 months ago, Tennessee High School
Flyer for “Snowball Winter Semi-formal Dance” with a navy blue background, white hanging snowflakes at the top, and a snowy pine tree landscape at the bottom. Elegant white script text reads: Snowball Winter Semi-formal Dance. Event details: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Viking Hall. Ticket info at the bottom: Tickets sold during homeroom and after school Dec 1 – Dec 12 by the school store. $10 if bought in advance or $15 at the door, cash or check accepted. Only open to THS students, badge required to enter. A small illustration of a deer is in the lower right corner.