REMINDER!

The BTCS Summer Free Meals Program WILL BE distributing meals on Thursday, July 2, at Avoca Elementary School! ☀️

Families may pick up free breakfast and lunch meal bundles for children under 18 from 3–6 p.m.

Please remember that a parent or guardian must be present to pick up meals. We look forward to serving our students and families again this week!

about 13 hours ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
A Bristol Tennessee City Schools Summer Free Meals Program flyer for Avoca Elementary School. The flyer features a cartoon orange wearing sunglasses on a surfboard beside the program title. The meal pickup site is listed as Avoca Elementary School from 3:00–6:00 p.m. on Thursdays: May 28; June 4, 11, 18, and 25; and July 2, 9, 16, and 23. Text states that each student will receive breakfast and lunch for seven days, and students in summer school will receive a three-day breakfast and lunch meal bundle at the Avoca site. Additional details note that any child under 18 is invited, meals are available first-come, first-served, and a parent or guardian must be present to pick up meals. Milk amounts included with meal packs are also listed. Contact information for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Department of School Nutrition is provided, along with the phone number 423-652-9222. The flyer ends with the statement, “USDA is an equal opportunity provider.”

Come visit the BTCS Book Bus at Little Hands on Holston Drive this morning from 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. 📚🚌☀️

This is the only stop for the Book Bus this week, and the next Book Bus day will be July 13.

All services are FREE, and the books selected are forever books that do not have to be returned.

Hope to see you there!

3 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
**Alt text:** Flyer with the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Book Bus logo at the top and the headline, "It's Book Bus Time!!" Below are schedules for June and July listing Book Bus stops, dates, and times. **June** * **Mondays** (No Book Bus services on June 1 or June 29 at Fairmount) * Fairmount Elementary School: 8:30–10:30 a.m. * Little Hands Child Care Center: 10:45–11:15 a.m. * **Thursdays** * By-Pass Day Care Center: 9–9:30 a.m. * Littlest Angel Child Care: 9:45–10:30 a.m. * Avoca Elementary School: 2:30–4:30 p.m. **July** * **July 13** * Little Hands Child Care Center: 10:45–11:15 a.m. * **July 16** * By-Pass Day Care Center: 9–9:30 a.m. * Littlest Angel Child Care: 9:45–10:30 a.m. * Avoca Elementary School: 2:30–4:30 p.m. * **July 23** * Avoca Elementary School: 2:30–4:30 p.m. The flyer also notes **no Book Bus services on July 2 or July 6–9, 2026**. A message at the bottom states that all services are free, books are theirs to keep and do not need to be returned, and families are encouraged to attend the most convenient location. The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears at the bottom.
Check out the Summer BTCS Newsletter for summer reading information, 2026-2027 school supply lists, highlights from around the district, and more! https://tinyurl.com/btcs2026summernews
8 days ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
**Alt text:** Graphic with a maroon border and white center featuring the text "BTCS News" at the top and "SUMMER 2026" in large maroon letters in the center. A stylized silhouette of the Tennessee High School campus appears in the upper-right corner. The design serves as a cover image for the Bristol Tennessee City Schools Summer 2026 newsletter.
The BTCS Book Bus is back for Summer 2026! 📚🚌☀️

Join us throughout June and July at locations across Bristol for free books and summer reading fun! Children can choose books to keep and build their own home libraries.

The Book Bus will visit Fairmount Elementary School, Avoca Elementary School, Little Hands Child Care Center, Littlest Angel Child Care, and By-Pass Day Care Center on select dates this summer.

All services are FREE, and the books selected are forever books that do not have to be returned.

Check out the flyer for dates, locations, and times, and join us at the stop most convenient for your family!
about 1 month ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Flyer titled “It’s Book Bus Time!!” from Bristol Tennessee City Schools featuring a colorful BTCS Book Bus graphic at the top. The flyer lists free summer Book Bus stops and times for June and July 2026. June Monday stops include Fairmount Elementary School from 8:30–10:30 a.m. and Little Hands Child Care Center from 10:45–11:15 a.m., with no Fairmount service on June 1 or 29. Thursday stops include By-Pass Day Care Center from 9–9:30 a.m., Littlest Angel Child Care from 9:45–10:30 a.m., and Avoca Elementary School from 2:30–4:30 p.m. July stops include Little Hands Child Care Center on July 13, all three Thursday locations on July 16, and Avoca Elementary School on July 23 from 2:30–4:30 p.m. A note states there will be no Book Bus services on July 2 or July 6–9. Text at the bottom explains that all services are free, books do not have to be returned, and families are encouraged to join at the most convenient location. The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo appears at the bottom.

🏃‍♀️ Let’s play, BTCS! 🏃‍♂️

Join us THIS EVENING—Friday, May 1, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Middle School track for an event full of movement, excitement, and community connection.

✨ What to expect:
• Family Fun Walk (begins at 5:30 p.m.)
• Track and field events, including runs, relays, standing broad jump, and more
• Vendor village with prizes and giveaways
• Free food samples
• Free books from the BTCS Book Bus
• Meet Tennessee High athletes

📍 Rain plan: Event will move indoors to the TMS cafeteria and gym.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents/guardians must remain on-site with their child.

This free event is made possible through our partnership with Bristol Tennessee Parks & Recreation and the generous support of Ballad Health.

We can’t wait to see our Vikings moving, playing, and having fun—Every Viking. Every Day. 💙

2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Flyer for the 2026 Power of Play Youth Sports Day hosted by Bristol Tennessee City Schools in partnership with Bristol Tennessee Parks & Recreation and sponsored by Ballad Health. The event will be held Friday, May 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Middle School track, with indoor activities at TMS in case of rain. This free event is open to BTCS students in pre-K through fifth grade. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m. with a family fun walk, registration, and vendor village, followed by track and field events. Activities include 50–100 meter runs, standing broad jump, wiffle ball throw, and relays. Additional features include vendor booths, free books from the BTCS Book Bus, meeting Tennessee High athletes, door prizes and grand prizes, and food samples. Participants can register online at www.btcs.org/powerofplay or on-site on May 1. A QR code is included for registration. Students who register by April 20 will receive a free T-shirt. Parents or guardians must remain on-site during the event.

🏃‍♀️ Let’s play, BTCS! 🏃‍♂️

Registration is open for our 2026 Power of Play Youth Sports Day—a fun, active evening for BTCS students in pre-K through fifth grade!

Join us on Friday, May 1, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Middle School track for an event full of movement, excitement, and community connection.

✨ What to expect:
• Family Fun Walk (begins at 5:30 p.m.)
• Track and field events, including runs, relays, standing broad jump, and more
• Vendor village with prizes and giveaways
• Free food samples
• Free books from the BTCS Book Bus
• Meet Tennessee High athletes


📍 Rain plan: Event will move indoors to the TMS cafeteria and gym.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents/guardians must remain on-site with their child.

👉 Register now: www.btcs.org/powerofplay.
(Or sign up on-site the day of the event.)

This free event is made possible through our partnership with Bristol Tennessee Parks & Recreation and the generous support of Ballad Health.

We can’t wait to see our Vikings moving, playing, and having fun—Every Viking. Every Day. 💙

2 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Flyer for the 2026 Power of Play Youth Sports Day hosted by Bristol Tennessee City Schools in partnership with Bristol Tennessee Parks & Recreation and sponsored by Ballad Health. The event will be held Friday, May 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Middle School track, with indoor activities at TMS in case of rain. This free event is open to BTCS students in pre-K through fifth grade. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m. with a family fun walk, registration, and vendor village, followed by track and field events. Activities include 50–100 meter runs, standing broad jump, wiffle ball throw, and relays. Additional features include vendor booths, free books from the BTCS Book Bus, meeting Tennessee High athletes, door prizes and grand prizes, and food samples. Participants can register online at www.btcs.org/powerofplay or on-site on May 1. A QR code is included for registration. Students who register by April 20 will receive a free T-shirt. Parents or guardians must remain on-site during the event.

REMINDER! Kindergarten & Pre-K Registration is TODAY!

Thursday, April 9
4-6 p.m. (drop-in)
🏫Attend registration at the BTCS school your child is zoned to attend. Kindergarten students applying for tuition or transfer must register at the school they wish to attend.

🌐Save time at the in-person event by completing the online portion of registration in advance. Learn more: https://www.btcs.org/o/btcs/page/pre-k-and-kindergarten-registration.

3 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Kindergarten & Pre-K Registration graphic for Bristol Tennessee City Schools. Event is Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. (drop-in). Location: attend the registration event at the BTCS school your child is zoned to attend. Kindergarten Tuition/Transfer: Kindergarten students applying for tuition or requesting a transfer must register at the school they wish to attend. Registration does not guarantee placement in that school; only in-zone students are assured enrollment. Parents will be notified of acceptance prior to the start of school. Additional information: • Completing the online process prior to April 9 will significantly reduce wait time. Assistance will be available at the event if needed. • All parents/guardians registering a child should attend the April 9 event. • Children must be five years old on or before August 15, 2026 to be eligible for kindergarten. • Children must be four years old on or before August 15, 2026 to be eligible for pre-K. Graphic includes an image of a teacher reading to young students with raised hands and the Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo.
🏃‍♀️ Let’s play, BTCS! 🏃‍♂️

Registration is now open for our 2026 Power of Play Youth Sports Day—a fun, active evening for BTCS students in pre-K through fifth grade!

Join us on Friday, May 1, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Middle School track for an event full of movement, excitement, and community connection.

✨ What to expect:
• Family Fun Walk (begins at 5:30 p.m.)
• Track and field events, including runs, relays, standing broad jump, and more
• Vendor village with prizes and giveaways
• Free food samples
• Free books from the BTCS Book Bus
• Meet Tennessee High athletes

🎉 Bonus: Register by April 20 to receive a FREE event T-shirt!

📍 Rain plan: Event will move indoors to the TMS cafeteria and gym.
👨‍👩‍👧 Parents/guardians must remain on-site with their child.

👉 Register now: www.btcs.org/powerofplay
(Or sign up on-site the day of the event.)

This free event is made possible through our partnership with Bristol Tennessee Parks & Recreation and the generous support of Ballad Health.

We can’t wait to see our Vikings moving, playing, and having fun—Every Viking. Every Day. 💙
3 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Flyer for the 2026 Power of Play Youth Sports Day hosted by Bristol Tennessee City Schools in partnership with Bristol Tennessee Parks & Recreation and sponsored by Ballad Health. The event will be held Friday, May 1, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Middle School track, with indoor activities at TMS in case of rain. This free event is open to BTCS students in pre-K through fifth grade. Activities begin at 5:30 p.m. with a family fun walk, registration, and vendor village, followed by track and field events. Activities include 50–100 meter runs, standing broad jump, wiffle ball throw, and relays. Additional features include vendor booths, free books from the BTCS Book Bus, meeting Tennessee High athletes, door prizes and grand prizes, and food samples. Participants can register online at www.btcs.org/powerofplay or on-site on May 1. A QR code is included for registration. Students who register by April 20 will receive a free T-shirt. Parents or guardians must remain on-site during the event.
All Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Friday, April 3 in observance of Good Friday. We hope our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and restful day.
3 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Graphic with a mountain landscape background at sunset. Large text reads “Schools Closed” at the top. Below it says “Friday, April 3, 2026.” The words “Good Friday” appear prominently in large green letters across the center. The Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo is in the bottom left corner.
Kindergarten & Pre-K online registration is OPEN! https://www.btcs.org/o/btcs/page/pre-k-and-kindergarten-registration
🌐Complete online! Save time at the in-person event.
🗓️ In-person event🗓️
Thursday, April 9
4-6 p.m. Drop-in
🏫All parents/guardians must attend the registration at the BTCS school your child is zoned to attend. More details at the link above!
3 months ago, Bristol Tennessee City Schools
Kindergarten & Pre-K Registration graphic for Bristol Tennessee City Schools. Event is Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. (drop-in). Location: attend the registration event at the BTCS school your child is zoned to attend. Kindergarten Tuition/Transfer: Kindergarten students applying for tuition or requesting a transfer must register at the school they wish to attend. Registration does not guarantee placement in that school; only in-zone students are assured enrollment. Parents will be notified of acceptance prior to the start of school. Additional information: • Completing the online process prior to April 9 will significantly reduce wait time. Assistance will be available at the event if needed. • All parents/guardians registering a child should attend the April 9 event. • Children must be five years old on or before August 15, 2026 to be eligible for kindergarten. • Children must be four years old on or before August 15, 2026 to be eligible for pre-K. Graphic includes an image of a teacher reading to young students with raised hands and the Bristol Tennessee City Schools logo.

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

4 months 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.
Bristol Tennessee City Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 24.
4 months 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.
4 months 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! 💜
5 months 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 months 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.
5 months 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.
Schools are closed from December 22 through January 5. Enjoy the break!
6 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
6 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.
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.
6 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.

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!

8 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.