The 2026-2027 Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) class is preparing to attend clinical as part of a Work Based Learning opportunity. Grace Maguire, Annika Sexton, and Maggie Jones have been working diligently to prepare for their journey in healthcare at Ballad Health. These students will begin clinical in September to gain experience in preparation for their certification exam in May 2027.
District Announcement: Safety first. As required by Tennessee state law and through our ongoing commitment to student safety, Hawkins County Schools will be showing age- appropriate firearm safety education videos to all students on Friday, September 4, 2026.
We are proud to have partnered with the Hawkins County Sheriff’s Department to create these valuable resources. Parents and guardians, we encourage you to preview the videos ahead of time on our website!
Watch them here: https://www.hck12.net/page/firearm-safety
#HCSignite #StudentSafety
TCAT Morristown and Hawkins County Schools are partnering to create a stronger pathway for students interested in healthcare careers. The partnership connects what students learn in high school with college-level training and ultimately with healthcare jobs available in our region.
Through the initiative, Hawkins County students will have access to advanced healthcare training equipment at Cherokee and Volunteer High Schools, hands-on career exploration and work-based learning experiences, and potential dual enrollment opportunities in Pre-Practical Nursing. The partnership also establishes a new TCAT Morristown Practical Nursing program in Hawkins County, giving students a local option to continue their training and become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
The Anatomage table is an example of the advanced training equipment now available at Cherokee High School. The health science CTE department has been able to utilize the newly acquired Anatomage Table to help the CCMA students learn about Anatomy and Physiology as well as learn how to perform Intramuscular Injections. Annika Sexton, Grace Maguire, and Maggie Jones are shown performing an Intramuscular Injection on a 3D cadaver on the Anatomage Table.
Thank you to Maya Lawson, Class of 2022 alumni and owner of Kingdom Lens Photography, for his presentation to the yearbook staff regarding photography techniques 📸⭐️
A peek inside CHS 👀
Students in Mr. Henard's 9th grade biology lab
Homecoming Dress-up Days!! 9/8-9/11
District Announcement:
We’re inviting students and staff across Hawkins County Schools to participate in our Attendance Awareness Month Dress-Up Days from September 28–October 2.
Sept. 28 – My Presence Rocks! 🎸
Be a Rock Star Day! Wear a shirt of your favorite singer/band.
Sept. 29 – My Presence Is Super! 🦸
Superhero Day! Wear your favorite superhero shirt. Sometimes, all you have to do to be a hero is show up.
Sept. 30 – My Presence Makes Me a Champion! 🏆
Jersey/Sports Day! Represent your favorite team, athlete, or sport.
Oct. 1 – My Presence Deserves the Spotlight! 🎬📚
Movie/Book Character Day! Bring your favorite character to life.
Oct. 2 – My Presence Matters! 💙❤️
School Spirit Day! Show your school pride and finish Attendance Awareness Month strong!
So, have a little fun, join us, and help us spread the message that being present matters!
We encourage you to take pictures participating in each day’s theme and share them on your social media accounts.
Please use:
#YourPresenceMatters
#HCSIgnite
Thank you for helping us make attendance something worth celebrating! Every day a student is in school is another opportunity to learn, connect, grow, and succeed.
We’re inviting students and staff across Hawkins County Schools to participate in our Attendance Awareness Month Dress-Up Days from September 28–October 2.
Sept. 28 – My Presence Rocks! 🎸
Be a Rock Star Day! Wear a shirt of your favorite singer/band.
Sept. 29 – My Presence Is Super! 🦸
Superhero Day! Wear your favorite superhero shirt. Sometimes, all you have to do to be a hero is show up.
Sept. 30 – My Presence Makes Me a Champion! 🏆
Jersey/Sports Day! Represent your favorite team, athlete, or sport.
Oct. 1 – My Presence Deserves the Spotlight! 🎬📚
Movie/Book Character Day! Bring your favorite character to life.
Oct. 2 – My Presence Matters! 💙❤️
School Spirit Day! Show your school pride and finish Attendance Awareness Month strong!
So, have a little fun, join us, and help us spread the message that being present matters!
We encourage you to take pictures participating in each day’s theme and share them on your social media accounts.
Please use:
#YourPresenceMatters
#HCSIgnite
Thank you for helping us make attendance something worth celebrating! Every day a student is in school is another opportunity to learn, connect, grow, and succeed.
Class of 2030 Student Council & Class Officer campaigns
Cherokee High School Culinary joined forces with 6 other East Tennessee high schools to cater the Education to Employment conference. This wonderful experience allowed students to showcase their talent, skill, and professionalism while providing delicious food to the industry leaders who provide career opportunities for students.
Financial Aid workshop 9/3 @ 5:30 💰
Need a new Chiefs spirit wear? Want a stadium seat or blanket for those cold game days? Check out the online Spirit wear store now open until Sept. 4. https://selectspiritwear.com/collections/cherokee-high-school
Did you know you can submit attendance excuse notes online? Just go to our website, open the menu, and look for the Attendance Excuse link 😀
https://cherokee.hck12.net/o/cherokee/forms/chs-attendance-form
A HUGE shoutout to our amazing Cherokee High School students from TSA, SkillsUSA, and FCCLA! 👏👏
These students worked incredibly hard to make our CTE booth look absolutely AMAZING, and we couldn’t be prouder of them! ❤️💙
And the hard work is already paying off—we took home TONS of ribbons representing the talent, creativity, and dedication of our Cherokee students! 🏆🎉
We invite everyone to come out starting Sunday and check out the CTE booth and see all the incredible work our students have put into it!
District Announcement:
In-School Student Flu Vaccine Clinics Coming Soon!
Hawkins County Schools is partnering with the Hawkins County Health Department to offer convenient, in-school flu vaccine clinics during the school day for students!
Pre-register your student online here: https://tdhrc.health.tn.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=8JMYPJXDXYX4XCAW
2026 Flu Clinic Schedule:
Monday, Sept 28: MCES, CVES, SCES, MES
Tuesday, Sept 29: SES, SMS, JRP, CHS
Wednesday, Sept 30: CHES, VHS, BGS, HES
Thursday, Oct 1: CHMS, RMS, Pathways, Clinch
Second Dose Schedule: Wednesday, Nov 4: All necessary locations (Required for students receiving the flu vaccine for the first time).
Questions? Contact your local health department representative:
Church Hill Area: Brandon Stipes, BSN, RN | (423) 357-5341 or Brandon.Stipes@tn.gov
Rogersville Area: Hannah Hunter, BSN, RN | (423) 272-7641 or Hannah.Hunter@tn.gov
In-School Student Flu Vaccine Clinics Coming Soon!
Hawkins County Schools is partnering with the Hawkins County Health Department to offer convenient, in-school flu vaccine clinics during the school day for students!
Pre-register your student online here: https://tdhrc.health.tn.gov/redcap/surveys/?s=8JMYPJXDXYX4XCAW
2026 Flu Clinic Schedule:
Monday, Sept 28: MCES, CVES, SCES, MES
Tuesday, Sept 29: SES, SMS, JRP, CHS
Wednesday, Sept 30: CHES, VHS, BGS, HES
Thursday, Oct 1: CHMS, RMS, Pathways, Clinch
Second Dose Schedule: Wednesday, Nov 4: All necessary locations (Required for students receiving the flu vaccine for the first time).
Questions? Contact your local health department representative:
Church Hill Area: Brandon Stipes, BSN, RN | (423) 357-5341 or Brandon.Stipes@tn.gov
Rogersville Area: Hannah Hunter, BSN, RN | (423) 272-7641 or Hannah.Hunter@tn.gov
Hot off the press! 😍🤩
❤️Find a cheerleader to purchase yours tomorrow night at Big Red Valley! 🏈 $15, cash only!
🖤The first 30 bought will have an extra gift! We have 50 books available tomorrow. We will purchase more as needed!
🤍Thank you for supporting CHS cheer and Go Chiefs! 📣 🎀 👟
District Announcement:
Due to a recent state system update, Skyward data is currently not syncing smoothly to Thrillshare. This may temporarily affect parent logins, contact info, and automated calls (including transportation).
We will continue sending notifications through normal channels, but please check our Facebook page, website LiveFeed (www.hck12.net), or the HCS Mobile App Feed for the most up-to-date information.
For assistance with the HCS App, please contact Nikki Manning at 423-272-7629 ext. 2053. Thank you for your patience!
Due to a recent state system update, Skyward data is currently not syncing smoothly to Thrillshare. This may temporarily affect parent logins, contact info, and automated calls (including transportation).
We will continue sending notifications through normal channels, but please check our Facebook page, website LiveFeed (www.hck12.net), or the HCS Mobile App Feed for the most up-to-date information.
For assistance with the HCS App, please contact Nikki Manning at 423-272-7629 ext. 2053. Thank you for your patience!
District Announcement:
Real Learning First, Safe Tech Second!
At Hawkins County Schools, direct, face-to-face instruction always comes first! In alignment with Tennessee's screen time law, classroom devices are strictly used to support—never replace—our incredible teachers. In grade K-5, students will have lessons in internet safety.
We’re also proud to utilize MagicSchool, the only approved AI platform for HCS students. Designed specifically for K-12 education, MagicSchool helps our students:
Build future-ready digital literacy & critical thinking skills
Learn in a safe, age-appropriate environment that protects student privacy
Receive personalized academic support tailored to their learning pace
Have questions about classroom tech? Reach out to your school's administration anytime. Thank you for your continued partnership!
#HCSignites #HawkinsCountySchools #FutureReady #DigitalWellness #StudentSafety
Welcome Back, Cherokee High School Students!
We are excited to welcome everyone back for the start of a new school year! The first day of school is Monday, August 3rd, and we can't wait to see you.
As we begin the school year, several areas of our campus are still under construction, including the roof, library, and new front entrance. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our construction crews continue their work to improve our school. Your cooperation will help us maintain a safe environment for everyone.
Please review the important information below to help ensure a smooth and safe first day:
School will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Breakfast and lunch will not be served on the first day of school.
Doors will open at 7:15 a.m.
School will begin daily at 7:55am.
Morning Arrival (Car Riders)
All car riders should enter through the South Entrance at the CTE building.
Please drive around the building and drop students off at the gym entrance.
Student Locations Before School
Seniors and Juniors: Upper level of the gym
Sophomores: Commons Area
Freshmen: Little Theater
Afternoon Pick-Up
Car riders may be picked up in Parking Lot B (beside the softball field).
After buses depart (approximately 11:40 a.m.), students may also be picked up at the library entrance.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and support as we begin this exciting school year while campus improvements continue. We look forward to a great year at Cherokee High School. See you on Monday, August 3rd!
We are excited to welcome everyone back for the start of a new school year! The first day of school is Monday, August 3rd, and we can't wait to see you.
As we begin the school year, several areas of our campus are still under construction, including the roof, library, and new front entrance. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our construction crews continue their work to improve our school. Your cooperation will help us maintain a safe environment for everyone.
Please review the important information below to help ensure a smooth and safe first day:
School will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Breakfast and lunch will not be served on the first day of school.
Doors will open at 7:15 a.m.
School will begin daily at 7:55am.
Morning Arrival (Car Riders)
All car riders should enter through the South Entrance at the CTE building.
Please drive around the building and drop students off at the gym entrance.
Student Locations Before School
Seniors and Juniors: Upper level of the gym
Sophomores: Commons Area
Freshmen: Little Theater
Afternoon Pick-Up
Car riders may be picked up in Parking Lot B (beside the softball field).
After buses depart (approximately 11:40 a.m.), students may also be picked up at the library entrance.
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and support as we begin this exciting school year while campus improvements continue. We look forward to a great year at Cherokee High School. See you on Monday, August 3rd!
Cherokee High School is excited to finally offer schedule pick-up! We sincerely apologize that students were unable to receive their schedules last week due to the Skyward outage, and we appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding.
Schedule pick-up for all grade levels will be held on Thursday, July 30, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
* Freshmen will pick up their schedules in the Freshman Academy.
* Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors will pick up their schedules in the Commons Area.
In addition, Family Access will be available beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, allowing families to view student schedules online.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday and appreciate your flexibility as we worked through the unexpected system outage.
District Announcement:
Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year!
We are so excited to welcome our students, families, and staff back for another incredible year!
To help make this school year as smooth and connected as possible, we encourage all parents and guardians to stay in touch through Rooms inside our official HCS App!
Rooms is your all-in-one hub for district and classroom communication. Right from your phone, you can:
Message teachers directly
Submit attendance notes quickly
Check daily dining menus
Get real-time bus route changes & updates
How to Get Started:
Download the HCS App on the App Store (Apple) or Google Play Store (Android).
Open the app and toggle over to Rooms to log in or set up your account.
Check out our helpful video for a quick step-by-step walkthrough of how to turn in an absence excuse: https://youtube.com/shorts/VsKF3wacTaA?si=yM0akiJJHPlJZHYN
Parent Guide & Resources:
https://info.apptegy.com/for-parents-and-guardians
Let’s make communication seamless this year. Download the app today and stay connected!
#BackToSchool #HCSApp #Rooms #ParentCommunication #StayConnected #HCSignites
Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year!
We are so excited to welcome our students, families, and staff back for another incredible year!
To help make this school year as smooth and connected as possible, we encourage all parents and guardians to stay in touch through Rooms inside our official HCS App!
Rooms is your all-in-one hub for district and classroom communication. Right from your phone, you can:
Message teachers directly
Submit attendance notes quickly
Check daily dining menus
Get real-time bus route changes & updates
How to Get Started:
Download the HCS App on the App Store (Apple) or Google Play Store (Android).
Open the app and toggle over to Rooms to log in or set up your account.
Check out our helpful video for a quick step-by-step walkthrough of how to turn in an absence excuse: https://youtube.com/shorts/VsKF3wacTaA?si=yM0akiJJHPlJZHYN
Parent Guide & Resources:
https://info.apptegy.com/for-parents-and-guardians
Let’s make communication seamless this year. Download the app today and stay connected!
#BackToSchool #HCSApp #Rooms #ParentCommunication #StayConnected #HCSignites
