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This year, flu shots will be available at the Jacksboro Fall Festival on October 26 and the Lafollette Fall Festival on October 25. Both events are great opportunities to get vaccinated while enjoying community activities. 

Don’t miss out on these convenient opportunities to safeguard your health before flu season kicks into full gear.

Stay healthy and protect our community—get your flu shot today!

As the Blue Devils prepare to take on their rivals this season, they do so with a renewed sense of pride and determination, fueled by the knowledge that they have a world-class facility to call their own. The new turf field is more than just a place to play; it’s a source of school spirit, community pride, and a bright future for Jellico High School.

Here’s to a successful 2024 football season on Jellico High School’s new turf field—Go Blue Devils!

The Campbell County School System is excited to announce the addition of Christopher Enix as the new Secondary Supervisor. A resident of Campbell County for the past 14 years, Christopher brings with him 17 years of experience in education, serving both as a teacher and administrator. His deep commitment to education and community is evident in every aspect of his life.

Christopher is a proud graduate of Tennessee Technological University and has strong ties to the Campbell County community. He fondly remembers his grandparents, Ralph and Helen Cordell, who were widely recognized for their service to the area, holding Bible schools throughout Jellico, Stinking Creek, and Elk Valley.

In addition to his educational career, Christopher is also deeply involved in the local community as the Pastor of First Baptist Church in Rocky Top. His dedication to serving others is shared by his wife, Charity, who is also a devoted teacher. Together, they are blessed with two wonderful boys, and their family’s commitment to education and service is a testament to their values.

Christopher expressed his enthusiasm about joining the Campbell County School System, stating, “Campbell County is home to some of the best people in the world. I am humbled and proud to join the ranks of so many wonderful educators who work tirelessly to provide a bright future for students. Campbell County Schools produces students who make a lasting and indelible impact on the world. My hope is to serve the families of Campbell County, join in the great things that are already underway, and support Campbell County Schools as they continue the rise to the top.”

The Campbell County School System is confident that Christopher’s experience, dedication, and community spirit will greatly contribute to the continued success of our schools. We warmly welcome him and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our students, staff, and community.

The groundbreaking ceremony marked the beginning of a significant expansion for Jellico High School's Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. The $400,000 investment will provide state-of-the-art facilities and resources aimed at equipping students with the skills needed for success in today’s competitive job market. The new addition is expected to enhance the educational experience, offering hands-on training in various trades and technical fields. This project underscores the Campbell County Schools' commitment to preparing students for future careers and strengthening the local workforce.

The House System Has Positive Effects

Caryville Elementary School will host their third annual Open House on Thursday, August 29. The event promotes the CES House System, a positive behavior intervention and support. Instituted in 2022, its mission is to create an environment which empowers students, faculty, and staff to take pride in their choices, who they are, and where they come from.

“The CES House System is a motivational way to teach students about being respectful, qualities of a good leader, using good manners, and promoting good behavior. The CES House System also helps create a sense of belonging for our students,” says Principal April Melton.

Families will be given a presentation, and new students will be sorted into houses. Students will make bracelets, sign school flags, and their guests will write encouraging notes on a message wall to be displayed. Kona Ice and other concessions will add to the fun. Bounce Houses will be provided by the CES Parent Teacher Organization from Elkins Event Company. Many representatives from the community are invited to attend. CES is grateful for donations from the Royal Lunch.

“Over the past 2 years, it has been absolutely amazing to see how the House System has helped strengthen the sense of community throughout our school,” explains Mackenzie Smiley, a fourth-grade teacher and founding member of the House Committee. “Students have developed a sense of pride and loyalty towards their house, which encourages them to be the best version of themselves. The House System allows relationships to be built, not only within a single classroom, but through the school. It’s so cool to see students of all ages and grades coming together, in friendly competition, to earn points for their house.”

At CES, students, faculty, and staff are sorted into four houses denoted by positive behavior traits, colors, mascots, and personages from Tennessee history. Students compete to gain points for their house by demonstrating constructive behavior and following Cardinal Credentials, or set behavior goals.

“Each Monday morning during assembly, the students are presented a new Cardinal Credential for the week,” explains Assistant Principal Lindsey Honeycutt. “Students are given examples of how to implement this in their everyday lives. Throughout the week's morning assemblies, we discuss the Credential, and the students love to share how they have implemented it. These weekly credentials reinforce and teach our students manners, industriousness, and accountability. When a student is seen performing the Credential, their house is given 2 points. Our goal is to create positive, productive citizens for our world.”

Michael Riley painted this homage to Tennessee personages that represents the houses on the CES Rock. Families can use the art as a photo opportunity at Open House.

The House of Courage is represented by being courageous, yellow, the pioneer mascot, and Davy Crocket. The House reminds us that Campbell County was forged with the indomitable spirit of settlers and native peoples.

The House of Kindness is represented by being caring, green, the monarch mascot, and Dolly Parton. Parton’s humble roots and success shows much is possible starting from very little.

The House of Leadership is represented by being self-disciplined, orange, the smokey dog mascot, and Pat Summit. Integrating university culture encourages tertiary education for our students’ futures.

The House of Perseverance is represented by being brave, blue, the raven mascot, and Sam Houston. Houston’s First Nation link and tenacity defending the Alamo show the multiculturism of Tennessee and our people's lasting influence.

“Creating our one-of-a-kind House System allows the students at CES to be proud of Tennessee's history and where they come from,” says Bethany Nelson, a third-grade teacher who helped create the house emblems. “They too can possess these traits of courage, kindness, leadership, and perseverance throughout life as their unique personalities shine for all to see. They will leave a lasting impression on others by displaying their pride of where they came from, who they are, and who they will become as they venture through life.”