Thanks so much for your interest in helping our schools provide for our wonderful students and staff. To see a list of individual school needs, use the nearby buttons.
Elementary School Needs List
A.L. Lotts Elementary
Services
Staff & student recognition
Mentors for students
Mental health support
Physical
Landscaping
Financial
Staff & student recognition
Coordinator Name: Binta McClendon
Coordinator Contact: binta.mcclendon@knoxschools.org
Adrian Burnett Elementary
Services
Campus beautification (landscaping when new school is finished)
Mentoring (academic or emotional)
Staff wellness activities
Class volunteers
Physical
Sentence strips – 8 packs
Sharpie flip chart markers – 10 packs
Paper Mate Flair Tip pens – 5 packs
Brads – 8 boxes
Electric pencil sharpener
5-step ladder
Folding step stool
Foldable ladder – 4
Surf portable lap desk – 10 pack
Scoop rocker chair – 6 pack
Student white boards – 100
Student scissors – 20
Expo markers – 100
Reflex Math online program – 30 students
Generation Genius Science online program – 100 students
Generation Genius Math online program – 1 teacher
Generation Genius Science online program – 1 teacher
Large laminator – 2
Automatic hole puncher – 2
Automatic stapler – 2
Paper slicers and/or cutters – 2
Chart paper – 5 packs
Pencils – 300
Digital timers – 20
Basic function calculators – 40
Coffee K-cups
Disposable coffee cups
Individual creamers
Granola bars
Financial
Staff appreciation funds
Staff wellness funds
New building funds for upcoming needs & celebrations
Class sponsors (adopt-a-teacher or grade level)
Coordinator Name: Carla Kirkpatrick
Coordinator Contact: carla.kirkpatrick@knoxschools.org
Amherst Elementary
Services
Coupons for students, families, and staff
Volunteers for events
Physical
Staff meals
New mulch for outdoor classroom
Financial
Gift cards for staff
Incentives for student behavior support
Teacher self-care (meals, snacks, coffee bar, etc.)
Incentives for staff & students
Coordinator Name: Heather Mosley
Coordinator Contact: heather.mosley@knoxschools.org
Ball Camp Elementary
Services
Volunteers for events
Maintenance of courtyards
Physical
Fencing upgrades
Coupons for students, families, & staff
Financial
Incentives for students & staff
General school funds
Coordinator Name: Brooke Leonard
Coordinator Contact: brooke.leonard@knoxschools.org
Bearden Elementary
Services
Special treats & snacks for staff
Physical
Covered shelter/pavilion on playground
Financial
Gift cards for student incentives
Coordinator Name: Susan Dunlap & Reba Lane
Coordinator Contact: (865) 909-9000
Beaumont Magnet Academy
Services
People to hang up artwork
Teacher wellness/lunchroom makeover
Decorate staff bathroom
Physical
Staff food
Staff wellness needs
ADA accessible playground equipment
Safety flashlights for people on car duty
Financial
Incentives for students & teachers
Attendance incentives
Fidgets for fidget boxes
Outdoor furniture
Staff walkie-talkies
Coordinator Name: Sara Hopkins
Coordinator Contact: sara.hopkins@knoxschools.org
Belle Morris Elementary
Services
Paint a blue stripe down the hallway
Physical
Outdoor flower beds, bed liner, & mulch
New playground equipment
Ink & paper for poster maker
Coordinator Name: Lynne Fitzpatrick
Coordinator Contact: lynne.fitzpatrick@knoxschools.org
Blue Grass Elementary
Services
Staff & student recognition
Physical
Landscaping
Playground
Financial
Money to recognize staff with breakfast, lunch, etc.
Coordinator Name: Misty Jenkins
Coordinator Contact: misty.jenkins@knoxschools.org
Bonny Kate Elementary
Physical
ABC carpets for four classrooms
Dolly with straps
Heavy duty vacuum
Coordinator Name: Heather Records
Coordinator Contact: heather.records@knoxschools.org
Brickey-McCloud Elementary
Services
Campus beautification
Custodial support
Tutors
Mentors
Traffic guards for arrival
Physical
Calming Corner supplies
Sensory room items
Teachers’ lounge items
Financial
Gift cards for staff
Student PBIS incentives
Teacher & staff appreciation
Gift cards for families in need
Coordinator Name: Susan Hutton
Coordinator Contact: susan.hutton@knoxschools.org
Carter Elementary
Services
Student mentoring
Landscaping
Physical
Playground equipment
Outdoor picnic tables
Sun Shades/Screens for playground
Financial
Staff Appreciation (gift cards, food, donations)
Gift cards to provide food/snacks
Donations toward new school sign
Donations toward new playground equipment
Incentives/rewards for students
Coordinator Name: Amelia Baker
Coordinator Contact: amelia.baker@knoxschools.org
Cedar Bluff Elementary
Services
Custodial support & deep-cleaning
Playground clean-up
Volunteers for events, cafeteria duty, etc.
Tutors
Sideway pressure-washing
Physical
Playground additions
Sunshade for playground
Covered awning at preschool entrance
10-15 picnic tables
Benches for playgrounds
Financial
Funding for teacher PDs
Funding for teacher classroom wishlists
Donations for staff & student incentives
Coordinator Name: Ashley Booher & Denna Grogan
Coordinator Contact: ashley.booher@knoxschools.org & denna.grogan@knoxschools.org
Chilhowee Intermediate
Services
Updated murals
Staff meals for teacher appreciation
Physical
Outdoor classroom/garden area
Faculty lounge renovation
Water refill station in lounge
Coordinator Name: Emily Jellicorse & Megan Lively
Coordinator Contact: emily.jellicorse@knoxschools.org & megan.lively@knoxschools.org
Christenberry Elementary
Services
Staff wellness & appreciation
Physical
Campus beautification (maintenance of courtyard, landscaping, gardens, outdoor classroom)
Playground repairs, upgrades, & maintenance
Financial
Food & gas gift cards for families
Playground repairs & upgrades
PBIS student incentives
Funding for field trip supports (buses, admission costs)
New teacher mentor program
Gift cards for staff incentives
Funding for digital school sign
Coordinator Name: Paula Brown
Coordinator Contact: paula.brown@knoxschools.org
Copper Ridge Elementary
Services
Mentors for weekly visits
Reading volunteers
Support with staff appreciation meals/snacks
Physical
Bean bag chairs
Used books for children
Leaf blower
Headphones
Financial
Sponsors for the new sign at the track
Donations for staff appreciation
Donations for student incentives
Coordinator Name: Dusty Graves & Kelly McGinnis
Coordinator Contact: dusty.miller@knoxschools.org & kelly.mcginnis@knoxschools.org
Corryton Elementary
Services
Occasional campus clean-up
Front porch flowers & upkeep
Physical
Kid-sized headphones
Repair on pickets around portable walkway
Financial
Gift cards for staff rewards
Incentives for students
Coordinator Name: Dusty Graves & Kelly McGinnis
Coordinator Contact: dusty.miller@knoxschools.org & kelly.mcginnis@knoxschools.org
Dogwood Elementary
Services
Lawn care
Physical
Gift cards or services for Dogwood Dinner fundraiser
Spray paint ~$200
Financial
Paint wall in 4th grade ~$800
$5 gas cards for families with impaired attendance
Coordinator Name: Lana Shelton-Lowe
Coordinator Contact: lana.shelton-lowe@knoxschools.org
East Knox Elementary
Services
Designers for outside learning & lunch area
Someone to help with acoustics in cafeteria
Physical
Hardscapes for outdoor learning & lunch area
Permanent tables for outdoor learning & lunch area
Financial
Gift cards to hand out at staff meetings
Purchase paint & stencils for sensory paths
Coordinator Name: Kristi Woods
Coordinator Contact: kristi.woods@knoxschools.org
Farragut Intermediate
Services
Grounds work
Landscaping
Volunteers for drop-off
Physical
Mulch for three playgrounds
Playground fence shading
Paint for the portables
Landscaping around the portables
Financial
Donations for playground fence shading
Staff & student incentives
Coordinator Name: Suzanne Parham
Coordinator Contact: suzanne.parham@knoxschools.org
Farragut Primary
Services
Grounds work in flowerbeds
Landscaping
Volunteers to open car doors for arrival
Physical
Mulch for playgrounds
New classroom furniture
Donations to encourage teachers & staff
Financial
Funds for mulch, classroom furniture, PBIS incentives, staff recognitions
Coordinator Name: Lynn White
Coordinator Contact: lynn.white@knoxschools.org
Fort Sanders Educational Development Center
Services
Food service
Lunch service for special occasions
Financial
Gift cards for staff giveaways ($10 & $25 each)
Coordinator Name: Nancy Cottrill
Coordinator Contact: nancy.berntsen@knoxschools.org
Fountain City Elementary
Services
Landscaping
Mentors (reading buddy, lunch buddy)
Provide meals for parent nights
Translators for events
Physical
Playground
Mulch for playground
Snacks for teachers
Cardstock
Painting murals or other designs in restrooms
Financial
Classroom sponsors
Gift cards
Incentives
Care kits for new teachers
Gas cards
PBIS incentives
Staff PD funding
Field trip bus costs
Coordinator Name: Rolen Blaine
Coordinator Contact: rolen.blaine@knoxschools.org
Gap Creek Elementary
Services
Cleaning
Landscaping
STEM Club sponsor
Physical
STEM supplies
Sphero bots
Coding games
Hygiene products
Financial
Gift cards
Gas cards
Incentives for attendance
Coordinator Name: James Slay
Coordinator Contact: james.slay@knoxschools.org
Gibbs Elementary
Services
Staff wellness and appreciation
Physical
Golf umbrellas for safety patrol arrival/dismissal
4 – 8 microwaves for staff workrooms
3 – 5 packs of heavy duty cones with markers
10 – 16 walkie talkies
Financial
Funds for student incentives
Funds for staff breakfasts or lunches
Coordinator Name: Amanda Hurd
Coordinator Contact: amanda.hurd@knoxschools.org
Green Magnet Academy
Service
People who are willing to adopt-a-classroom
Teacher self-care (meals, snacks, coffee bar, etc.)
Campus clean-ups
Volunteers to read to students
Volunteers for STEAM events
Supports for families in need/crisis
Landscaping upkeep
Volunteers for classrooms
Help organizing clothing/supply closet
Physical
Playground basketballs & kickballs
PBIS & attendance incentives (treasure box items, candy)
Financial
General school funding
Teacher Care Fund
Supporting PTO
Gift cards for incentive drawings for families
Donations for electronic sign
School spirit wear for students
Increase teacher supply spending for classrooms
Scholarships for field trips
Coordinator Name: Cassidy White
Coordinator Contact: whitec@unitedwayknox.org, 865.347.2581
Halls Elementary
Service
Cafeteria volunteers
Tutoring volunteers
Mentors
Landscaping/grounds beautification
Pressure washing
Physical
1 ton of rock/gravel
10 radios
5 staff computers
Heggerty reading program
Poster maker
8 wall mount poster displays
2 round picnic tables
5 picnic table umbrellas
Financial
20 $10 teacher appreciation gift cards
Staff luncheon
Snacks for staff meetings
Substitute incentives
Coordinator Name: Nathan Lynn
Coordinator Contact: nathan.lynn@knoxschools.org
Hardin Valley Elementary
Physical
Buddy Benches for playgrounds
19 student t-shirts for Kindness Ambassadors
Financial
Funding for new “Kindness Ambassadors” program
Funding for 35 Student Council t-shirts
Coordinator Name: Lynn Jacomen
Coordinator Contact: lynn.jacomen@knoxschools.org
Inskip Elementary
Service
Develop pictures monthly for Royal Roars
Physical
Popcorn for PBIS incentives
Soccer goals (2)
Additional walkie talkies (10-15)
18″ cones for car riders (yellow, red, blue, green, orange)
Silent disco for PBIS incentives
Financial
Funds for a popcorn machine
Funds for a snow cone machine
Coordinator Name: Megan Blevins
Coordinator Contact: (865) 689-1450
Karns Elementary
Service
Mentors
Reading volunteers
Staff wellness (massages, mani/pedis)
Physical
Awning for arrival/dismissal area
Update staff lounge area
Staff hospitality (snacks, coffee, drinks, meals, etc.)
Financial
Staff appreciation gift cards
Student incentives
Food & gas cards for families
Funding for substitute coverage
Coordinator Name: Chris Daniels
Coordinator Contact: (865) 539-7772
KCS Virtual Elementary
Service
Community partners to talk with students about careers
Physical
Dividers for teaching spaces
Inexpensive rugs to dull noise in teaching spaces
Addition spaces for testing
Financial
Funds for awards & incentives for students
Coordinator Name: Jennifer Garrett
Coordinator Contact: (865) 622-3902
Lonsdale Elementary
Service
Volunteer readers
Library volunteers
Physical
STEAM learning connections & supplies
Student incentives
Teacher morale boosters (food/coffee trucks, snacks)
200 one-minute timers
100 individual pocket charts
Financial
Sponsorship for teachers to attend NIET and STEM conferences
Funding to install a climbing wall
Coordinator Name: Gladys Farmer
Coordinator Contact: farmerg@unitedwayknox.org, 865.789.2518
Maynard Elementary
Service
Tutors
Mentors
Educational assistants
PAC assistants
Physical
Lounge makeover
Playground equipment/structures
Office makeover
Folding tables
Stage recognition
Financial
Funds for:
Student incentives
PBIS store
Teacher welfare
Staff incentives
Playground toys/games
Family events
Coordinator Name: Emily Griggs
Coordinator Contact: egriggs@knoxed.org
Mill Creek Elementary
Service
Business partners
Physical
Mini trampoline
Power strips
Timers
Electric pencil sharpeners
Umbrellas
Label maker
Clipboards
Traffic cones
Outdoor games/equipment
Financial
Funding for staff school spirit shirts
Funding for playground
Funding for murals
Coordinator Name: Sunny Scheafnocker
Coordinator Contact: sunny.scheafnocker@knoxschools.org
Mooreland Heights Elementary
Physical
Interior rugs
Interior murals
Privacy fence screen
Coordinator Name: Josh Van Pelt
Coordinator Contact: kevin.vanpelt@knoxschools.org
Mount Olive Elementary
Service
Cleaning
Painting
Garden Maintenance
Physical
5 Staff Walkie-talkies – $269
Picture books for library
Financial
5 Staff Walkie-talkies – $269
Picture books for library
Coordinator Name: Michelle Harper
Coordinator Contact: michelle.harper@knoxschools.org
New Hopewell Elementary
Service
Food for December Parent Engagement night
Physical
Computer charging station for 30 Chromebooks
3 document cameras
2 Apple computers for support staff
3 hubs to connect Activ-Boards to computers
8 iPad charging blocks & Apple computer charging cords
20 iPads for STEM stations
Financial
Money to purchase technology items of need
Funds to supplement field trips
Coordinator Name: Brandon Pratt
Coordinator Contact: brandon.pratt@knoxschools.org
Norwood Elementary
Service
Substitutes
Grounds beautification
Financial
Funds for teacher morale
Coordinator Name: Susan Martin
Coordinator Contact: smartin@knoxed.org
Pleasant Ridge Elementary
Services
People to adopt-a-classroom
Teacher self-care (meals, snacks, coffee bar, etc.)
Coupons for students, families and staff
Volunteers for events
Support for families in need/crisis
Hospitality
Physical
Additional playground equipment
New wood mulch for playground
New bathrooms
New classroom wing
Interior design
Murals
Concrete pad for Gaga Ball pit
Financial
General school funding
Playground repairs
Supporting our PTO
Business partners
School spirit wear
Behavior incentives
Support for teachers
Coordinator Name: Jennie Scott
Coordinator Contact: jennie.scott@knoxschools.org
Pond Gap Elementary
Service
Cleaning of building
Volunteers
Tutors
Staff appreciation meals/snacks
Physical
5 outdoor picnic tables
Fence outside the cafeteria
Awning for outside door
New bathroom
Teacher lunches
Financial
Staff welfare
Fencing
Renovations
Attendance incentives
Instructional materials
Coordinator Name: Jessica Seaton
Coordinator Contact: jessica.seaton@knoxschools.org
Powell Elementary
Physical
Additional wing for classrooms
Card readers for doors
Financial
Incentives for PBIS store
Student incentives
Incentives for AR store
Coordinator Name: Robin Cox
Coordinator Contact: robin.cox@knoxschools.org
Ritta Elementary
Services
Staff lunches
Physical
Benches for playground area
Rubber surface for playground area
Sod for play area
Walkie talkies
Financial
Gift cards for staff incentives
Coordinator Name: David Mowry
Coordinator Contact: david.mowry@knoxschools.org
Rocky Hill Elementary
Services
Traffic guard to manage arrival
Cleaning & organizing “garage” storage
Physical
Bushes to block muddy area
Financial
Funding for painting murals
Funding for a coffee truck for staff
Coordinator Name: Fannie Kotsianas
Coordinator Contact: fannie.kotsianas@knoxschools.org
Sarah Moore Greene Magnet Academy
Services
Campus beautification
Mentoring for kids
Staff wellness
Physical
Staff needs
Incentives for staff & students
Playground needs
Office chairs
Calming Corner supplies (fidgets, sand hourglass timers, SEL & character education children’s books)
Financial
Staff appreciation
Food & snacks
Gift cards for staff
Incentive for student behavior support
Food gift cards
Gas cards
House t-shirts for students
Coordinator Name: Jervece Steele
Coordinator Contact: jervece.steele@knoxschools.org
Sequoyah Elementary
Service
Outdoor classroom touch-up (weeding, mulching)
Physical
Snacks for staff
New gravel for walking trail
Portable/”learning cottage”
Coordinator Name: Shay Siler
Coordinator Contact: shay.siler@knoxschools.org
Shannondale Elementary
Service
Paint teacher work room
Financial
Teacher gift cards
Sponsor lunches for teachers
Teacher “grab bag” items
Teacher morale items
South Knox Elementary
Services
Mentoring students
Reading with students
Teaching students to knit
Play chess
Dance classes
Physical
Plants
Supplies for washer
STEM supplies
Diversity books
Hygiene products
Campus beautification
Financial
Gift cards for staff appreciation
Food and snacks
Lunches for staff
Lunches for student council
Field trip funds
Gas cards/bus tokens for families
Coordinator Name: Dr. Tanna Nicely
Coordinator Contact: tanna.nicely@knoxschools.org / 865.579.1200
Spring Hill Elementary
Services
Help with removal of old items in the building
Landscaping outdoor classroom
Indoor deep cleaning
Remodel teacher lounge & front office
Greenery in the building
Physical
New playground structures
Air conditioning in the gym
Handicap accessibility on the playground
Landscaping outdoor classroom
Updating bathrooms
New lockers
New lunch tables with school mascot
Drop ceiling to hide wires in the hall
Awnings in the front of the school
Financial
Donations for teacher incentives
Donations for parent incentives
Funds for jackets and umbrellas for our safety patrol
Funds for staff & student shirts
Coordinator Name: Gary Miller
Coordinator Contact: gmiller@knoxed.org
Sterchi Elementary
Services
Painting classrooms & school furniture
Staining/water proofing picnic tables
Physical
Shade screens for playground
Seating/benches for track
Financial
Financial assistance for positive behavior incentives
Playground equipment
Teacher appreciation items
Coordinator Name: Jason Harris
Coordinator Contact: jason.harris@knoxschools.org / 865.689.1470
Sunnyview Primary
Services
Landscaping
Physical
Outdoor learning benches, picnic tables, & garbage cans
Resurface walking trail
Outdoor covered sitting area for teachers
Financial
Sensory room items
Coordinator Name: Heather Loposser
Coordinator Contact: heather.loposser@knoxschools.org
West Haven Elementary
Services
Campus clean-up
Mulching
Student mentors
Physical
Playground structures
Paved path around playground
Playground equipment (balls, jump ropes)
Headphones
Financial
Gift cards for student incentives
Staff lunches
Coordinator Name: Janice Bridges
Coordinator Contact: janice.bridges@knoxschools.org
West Hills Elementary
Services
Grounds maintenance
Custodial support
Physical
Portable
Parking lot updates
Financial
Support for staff & student incentives
Coordinator Name: Daniel Willis
Coordinator Contact: daniel.willis@knoxschools.org
West View Elementary
Services
Mentors for students
TN ALL Corp tutors
Summer yardwork volunteers
Big Brother/Big Sister mentors
Classroom volunteers
Therapy dogs
Physical
Clothing closet items – underwear, socks, sweatpants
Playground balls and jump ropes
Tissues and paper towels
Financial
Financial contributions to go toward a playground
Funding for staff incentives
Funding for student incentives and field trips
Funding for after-school activities
Coordinator Name: Susan Martin and Cinee Peters
Coordinator Contact: susan.martin@knoxschools.org and cindee.peters@knoxschools.org
Secondary School Needs List
Bearden High
Services
Landscaping
Weeding
Painting
Window washing
Physical
Chairs for College & Career Center
Conference table & chairs
High-quality telescope
Financial
Donations to social workers for backpacks, school supplies, & food for students
Coordinator Name: Beverly Anderson & Susan Bolinger
Coordinator Contact: (865) 539-7800
Bearden Middle
Services
Guest speakers for career awareness
Willingness to host field trips
Physical
Auditorium seating
P.E. equipment
Financial
Support for EdTech programs
Coordinator Name: Bahar Hill
Coordinator Contact: bahar.hill@knoxschools.org
Carter High
Financial
Funds for student & staff incentives
Funds for PD opportunities
Coordinator Name: Connie Liefsen
Coordinator Contact: (865) 932-8177
Carter Magnet Academy
Services
Community involvement
Physical
4k projector with WiFi and Bluetooth
Outdoor inflatable projector screen
Financial
Additional funds for furniture at the College & Career Center
Coordinator Name: Loretta Fowlkes
Coordinator Contact: loretta.fowlkes@knoxschools.org
Carter Middle
Services
Landscaping
Deep cleaning
Tutoring
Physical
Upgraded gym
Painted walls & doors
Window coverings
Financial
Funds for physical projects
Staff & student incentives
Coordinator Name: J.D. Overton
Coordinator Contact: jd.overton@knoxschools.org
Cedar Bluff Middle
Services
Substitutes
Ground maintenance
Physical
School furniture
Chairs
Risers for concerts
Upgraded sound system in gym
New bleachers
New paint job
Financial
Funding for students’ field trips, sports, extra-curriculars, etc.
Funding for students’ band instruments
Coordinator Name: Anita Johnson
Coordinator Contact: anita.johnson@knoxschools.org
Central High
Physical
New spaces to accommodate academy model
Financial
Gift cards for monthly staff incentives
Coordinator Name: J.D. Lambert
Coordinator Phone: james.lambert@knoxschools.org or 865.789.1552
Farragut High
Services
Classroom speaking
Financial
Funds for furniture needs
Coordinator Name: Beth Duncan
Coordinator Contact: (865) 250-1998
Farragut Middle
Services
Student counseling
Physical
Bathroom updates
Parking lot updates
Gym updates
Financial
Staff incentives
Student support
Coordinator Name: Bailey Winchester
Coordinator Contact: bailey.winchester@knoxschools.org
Fulton High
Services
Translators > Azteca
Job shadowing/work-based learning opportunities
Physical
Landscaping
Financial
Incentives for student achievement
Teacher appreciation
Coordinator Name: Ara Rickman
Coordinator Contact: ara.rickman@knoxschools.org
Gibbs High
Services
ACT prep
Work-based learning partnerships
Physical
New cafeteria & commons area
New student tables for science classrooms
Interior signage
Landscaping
New curtains in auditorium
Financial
10 $25 gift cards for Teacher of the Month awards
Small gifts for staff & student incentives
Funds for a golf cart
Supplies for students
Coordinator Name: Chad Turner
Coordinator Phone: chad.turner@knoxschools.org
Gibbs Middle
Services
Landscaping
Career Day volunteers
Physical
Trees on campus
4 16×20 ft shadow boxes
4 student benches ($1,000)
World map tapestry ($100)
Financial
Staff incentives ($500)
Staff tshirts ($1,200)
Coordinator Name: Kayla Montgomery
Coordinator Phone: 865.689.1712
Gresham Middle
Services
Assistance with keeping grounds up, wedding, etc
Physical
New office desk for office staff
New table and chairs for conference room
New fridge for staff workrooms (4)
Beanbag chairs for student rooms (8)
Financial
$25 giftcards for “Educators of the month” (10)
$50 giftcards for “Teachers of the Year” (3)
Lunch provided during “Teacher Appreciation Week (100 people)
Donation to fund new laptops for teachers since 38 of ours are more than 10 years old
Coordinator Name: Deana Varner
Coordinator Contact: deana.varner@knoxschools.org
Halls High
Services
Seasonal landscaping
Spanish-speaking tutors & interpreters
Physical
Refurbish restrooms
250+ chairs for cafeteria
Replace fencing around campus
Replace stage curtain in cafeteria
Calculators for math classes
Financial
Sponsors for yearly academic award banquet ($10,000)
Sponsors for student & teacher incentives
Hardin Valley Middle
Services
Support with STEM/robotics program
Physical
Landscaping
Coordinator Name: Erin Brown
Coordinator Contact: erin.brown@knoxschools.org
Hardin Valley Academy
Services
Classroom speakers
Landscaping
Building cleaning support
Physical
Landscaping
Staff meals
Financial
Student incentives
Student welfare funds
Student pantry funds
Coordinator Name: Katie Smoak
Coordinator Contact: kathryn.smoak@knoxschools.org
Holston Middle
Services
Volunteers to plant around outdoor classroom
Speakers for Career Day
Physical
Shrubs & plants for front of the building
Outdoor classroom supplies (rain barrel, water hoses, weed eater, etc.)
Student restroom inspirational quotes & decorations
Shades for outdoor classroom
Clothing (t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, belts)
Financial
Funding for school shirts
Funding for bus transportations for field trips
Student incentives
New lights for stage
Coordinator Name: Ginger Cook
Coordinator Contact: virginia.cook@knoxschools.org
Karns High
Services
Guest speakers
Landscaping
Painting
Pressure washing
Physical
Landscaping
4 55″ TVs
4 Apple TVs
Portable sound system
Financial
Teacher PDs
Funding for busses to visit college
Funding for items listed in “Physical” section
Coordinator Name: Julie Langley
Coordinator Contact: julie.langley@knoxschools.org
Karns Middle
Physical
Paint touch-ups around building
Paint restrooms & restroom doors
New cafeteria furniture
Financial
Instructional software (Nearpod, Kami, GoGuardian, Pear Deck)
Coordinator Name: Brittany Newcomb
Coordinator Contact: brittany.whitenewcomb@knoxschools.org
Karns High
Services
Internet service at fields
Community partnerships for CTE classes
ACT prep
Tutors
Painting classrooms
Physical
Technology (computers, projectors, etc.)
Painting
New signs
Pressure washing
Landscaping
Digital marquee
Sound system for cafeteria, commons, etc.
Financial
Classroom supplies
Personal development for teachers
Staff incentives
Student incentives
School spirit gear
Tutoring
ACT prep materials
Coordinator Name: Chad Turner
Coordinator Contact: chad.turner@knoxschools.org / 865.680.2019
Kelley Volunteer Academy
Physical
Student incentives
Knoxville Adaptive Education Center
Services
Windows sealed
Update to the shower area
Remove old furniture from building
Install shelves & racks in clothing closet
Physical
3 refrigerators for staff lounges
Appliances for CDC classroom (refrigerator, oven, washer & dryer)
Conference room table & 12 – 14 chairs
Poster maker
Workout equipment for gym (bench press, squat rack, dumbbells, etc.)
10 large storage totes for clothing closet
3 kidney tables
Chromebook cart
Financial
20 $25 gift cards for staff incentives
Monthly luncheon for staff
L&N Stem Academy
Services
Landscaping
Pressure washing
Work-based learning placements
Internships
Job shadowing for students
Guest speakers in business for students
Physical
Teacher workrooms updated
Signage on outside of buildings
Seating for commons
Financial
Teacher incentives
Student incentives
Student needs: clothing, food, etc.
Coordinator Name: Tim Powell
Coordinator Contact: 865.599.0703
Northwest Middle
Physical
New auditorium sound system
New auditorium stage curtains
Financial
Teacher incentives
Coordinator Name: Joann Bost
Coordinator Contact: joann.bost@knoxschools.org
Powell High
Service
Guest speakers
Volunteers
Mentors
Career guidance
Physical
Staff meals
STEM equipment
CTE equipment
Financial
Student incentives
Coordinator Name: Amos Whitehead
Coordinator Contact: amos.whitehead@knoxschools.org
Powell Middle
Physical
Mulch
Dogwood & maple trees
Financial
Funds for student & staff incentives
Coordinator Name: Ginny Powers
Coordinator Contact: ginny.smith@knoxschools.org
Richard Yoakley
Physical
Staff meals
Staff gifts
Financial
Black t-shirts for students
Black sweatshirts for students
Boxes of Kleenex
Drinks from Sonic
Christmas party
Coffee pods
Coffee machines
Staff t-shirts/sweatshirts
Financial
Gift cards for staff/families
Staff lunches
Staff breakfasts
Staff snacks
Coordinator Name: Donna Wynn
Coordinator Contact: donna.wynn@knoxschools.org
South Doyle High
Services
Community partnerships for potential academies
Physical
Office space, lab space, & collaborative space for 865 Academies
Financial
Several potential projects related to 865 Academy change
Coordinator Name: Brad Carr
Coordinator Contact: brad.carr@knoxschools.org
South Doyle Middle
Services
Teaching assistants
Substitutes
Volunteers
Physical
Fencing
Sound panels for cafeteria walls
Digital Marquee
Paint – hallways
Financial
Teacher incentives
Teacher celebrations
Coordinator Name: Rocky Riley
Coordinator Contact: rocky.riley@knoxschools.org 865.579.2133
Vine Middle
Services
Feeding staff
Student mentoring program (100 Black Men of America, local churches)
Counseling services for staff
Staff “break” helpers
Career exploration volunteers
Create team-building events for staff
Volunteers for student incentives
After-school club opportunities
Reading volunteers
Organizing a food drive
Organizing student-led service projects
Campus beautification
Partnership with Battlefield Farms to teach gardening
Physical
Thanksgiving meal baskets
Christmas gift donations
Electronic sign for school
Locker room upgrades
Financial
Funds for student & staff incentives
Financial incentives for families to participate in student supports
Funds for staff team-building events
Funds for 8th grade trip to Boston or Washington DC
Funds for other field trips
Coordinator Name: Scott Stooksbury
Coordinator Contact: (865) 804-0002
West High
Services
Landscaping
Pressure washing
Painting bathrooms
Physical
Branding
Backpacks for students
Food items for students
Items for PBIS store
Financial
Financial support for students to experience colleges & careers
Coordinator Name: Mark Allen Bounds
Coordinator Contact: (865) 776-8190
West Valley Middle
Services
Support of PTSO projects
Physical
Update indoor school signage for classrooms
Financial
Partnerships with WVMS Foundation to support students & staff
Coordinator Name: Todd Davis
Coordinator Contact: todd.davis@knoxschools.org
Whittle Springs Middle
Services
Adopt courtyard area to maintain landscaping
Adopt outdoor classroom to maintain landscaping
Physical
Financial
Donations to feed staff on in-service days
Donations for student incentives
Rosetta Stone subscription for all teachers
Coordinator Name: Daniel Champion
Coordinator Contact: 865.594.4474