Check out the Spring BTCS Newsletter! https://tinyurl.com/spring2026btcs

about 9 hours ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic with a maroon background and white central panel displaying the words “Spring 2026” in large maroon letters. At the top left, the header reads “BTCS News,” and a white silhouette of Bristol’s skyline appears in the upper right corner.

The deadline to register for Spring Intersession (March 17-19) and the Flexible Learning day (March 23) is March 6. If you would like your child to attend, register now at www.btcs.org/page/flexible-learning-day.

10 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic promoting Bristol Tennessee City Schools’ Spring Intersession and Flexible Learning Day. Three photos across the top show elementary students reading together, middle school students participating in class with hands raised, and an elementary student writing at a desk. Text reads: “Spring Intersession & Flexible Learning Day.” A registration deadline is highlighted: “Register by March 6.” Dates listed at the bottom read: “Intersession: March 17–19” and “Flexible Learning Day: March 23.”
Good morning eighth grade parents!

This is a reminder that Tennessee High School will host a Rising 9th grade meeting Tuesday March 3rd. There will be two opportunities at 12:00 noon and 6:00 PM. Doors will open at 11:30 and 5:30. Parents should enter through the main doors. If you are attending the noon meeting please bring your ID.
16 days ago, Tennessee Middle School
rising 9th grade parent meeting Tuesday March 3
Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 24.
18 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic with a blue background featuring a blue alarm clock wrapped in a light blue knitted scarf. Text at the top reads “BRISTOL TENNESSEE CITY SCHOOLS.” A red diagonal stamp says “IMPORTANT UPDATE.” Large text in the center reads “CLOSED.” At the bottom, text reads “TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24.” The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears in the lower left corner.
Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, February 24.
18 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A blue graphic with a snowy, icicle-themed border announces: “Bristol Tennessee City Schools Two-Hour Delay February 24, 2026.” It lists delayed start times: TMS/THS at 9:30 a.m. and Elementary at 10:10 a.m. A note at the bottom reads, “Breakfast will be served!” White snowflakes are scattered across the background.
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! 💜
29 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.
TMS will host Parent/Teacher conferences on Tuesday, February 17, from 3-6PM. If you are interested, please schedule an appointment by emailing your student's teacher at lastnamefirstinitial@btcs.org (for example, speharc@btcs.org)
about 1 month ago, Tennessee Middle School

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

about 1 month 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.”
Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 5.
about 1 month 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.
Yearbooks will go on sale Tuesday, January 20. The cost is $30. Exact cash or checks need to be made payable to Tennessee Middle School. These are pre-order, and no extra copies will be ordered so be sure to purchase before the February deadline. Money should be turned in to the office.
about 2 months ago, Tennessee Middle School
Did you purchase items from the TMS online school store this fall? Several items need to be picked up from the front office. Please stop by the front office or have your student pick up these items ASAP. Thanks for your support!
2 months ago, Tennessee Middle School

TMS Baseball: Preseason workouts will be January 13-15 and January 20-22 from 2:45-4:00 pm at TMS. Tryouts will be on January 26 and 27 with location and times to be announced. ALL Final Forms must be filled out online including a current physical in order to participate in preseason workouts and tryouts. Questions? Email Coach Swaggerty at swaggertyb@btcs.org

2 months ago, Tennessee Middle School
Flyer with a light gray background, maroon text, and an image of a baseball home plate with a baseball at the top. Text reads: TMS Baseball Preseason workouts will be January 13-15 and January 20-22 from 2:45-4:00 pm at TMS. Tryouts will be on January 26 and 27 with location and times to be announced. ALL Final Forms must be filled out online including a current physical in order to participate in preseason workouts and tryouts. Questions? Email Coach Ben Swaggerty at swaggertyb@btcs.org
Schools are closed from December 22 through January 5. Enjoy the break!
3 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
3 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. 👏📚
3 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.
3 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.

🎉 Congratulations, Ms. Catherine Lamie! 🎉

A big shout-out to Catherine Lamie for being selected as a recipient of one of Strongwell’s STEM Grants! This competitive program supports innovative, project-based STEM learning across Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee, and we are so proud that Ms. Lamie’s vision for hands-on, real-world instruction stood out.

A huge thank-you to Strongwell for investing in our students and teachers. Their commitment to expanding access to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics helps prepare the next generation of thinkers, builders, and problem solvers.

With this grant, Ms. Lamie’s students are taking their understanding of design, measurement, and scale and applying it to real building challenges. The funding provided classroom sets of essential carpentry tools, including hammers, screwdriver kits, squares, gloves, nails and screws, pencils, compasses, and sandpaper, giving every student the opportunity to learn foundational construction skills.

This hands-on project serves as a meaningful stepping stone into CTE pathways, especially our construction and engineering programs, and empowers students to learn by creating, problem-solving, and building with purpose.

Thank you, Strongwell, for helping our Vikings dream bigger and do more. ⚙️📐

3 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A group of Tennessee Middle School students stand with teacher Catherine Lamie and a Strongwell representative, who is holding an oversized check for $1,000. A robotics field is visible in front of them.
Partially assembled wooden frames and loose boards are scattered on the classroom floor near robotics equipment.
A classroom table covered with neatly arranged wooden boards, screws, and open toolkits with green-handled tools.
A teacher holds a student-made paper model and floorplan sketch, showing a detailed layout of rooms and structures. Several adults stand nearby on a multicolored tile floor, including one holding an oversized check in the background.
Students kneel on the floor assembling a wooden frame using screws and handheld tools. Pieces of lumber, toolkits, and classroom tables surround them.
Teacher Catherine Lamie speaks with a visitor while showing a 3D model on a laptop; behind them, students work with wood pieces and tools at tables around the classroom.
A small student-built cardboard structure resembling a triangular shelter is displayed on a classroom table. Inside, there is a handmade bed with yellow and black trim, a cutout window, and taped details along the walls.

TMS Online Store Extended Until 11/30!
Support our school by purchasing some TMS swag for yourself or for gifts! Shop at: https://tnmiddle2025.itemorder.com/

Items will be delivered to TMS upon arrival & support Related Arts programming.

4 months ago, Tennessee Middle School
Maroon t-shirt with a white circle Tri-Star image in the center similar to the TN flag
We’re halfway through the second nine weeks!
Take a moment to check your student’s progress on PowerSchool today to stay up-to-date and celebrate their hard work!
4 months ago, Carlinda Shaw

As temperatures begin to drop, it's important to stay informed about potential schedule changes! ❄️📅 If there's a two-hour delay, school will start two hours later than usual and will dismiss at the regular time. For schedule change procedures and the best ways to stay informed when winter weather hits, check our website at www.btcs.org/schedulechanges.

This awesome graphic was designed by Ready Workforce Institute student worker, Dixie Proulex, in Canva. Thanks, Dixie!

4 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A Bristol Tennessee City Schools graphic titled “School Schedule Changes.” It asks, “What is a two-hour delay?” and lists start times: “TMS/THS – 9:30 a.m.” and “Elementary – 10:10 a.m.” A small bear wearing a green hat with an orange pom-pom, a scarf, and skates appears on the lower right, standing in front of evergreen trees. The web address www.btcs.org/schedulechanges is at the bottom.