As August gets closer, Tennessee school districts are preparing for the new school year by providing families with the information and assistance they need to start that first day on the right track.Several of the state’s largest districts are offering resources online to families.Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) launched a convenient back-to-school site on the district’s webpage earlier this month. The site contains resources for student enrollment, COVID protocols, and transportation. Families can also find enrollment information, information on school supplies and attire, and support for students throughout the year.MNPS students go back to school August 8.¶
Hamilton County Schools
Hamilton County Schools launched a similar “First Day Ready” back-to-school webpage to ensure students are ready for their first day back on August 9.“The first day of school is important for students of all ages- whether it is the first day of kindergarten or the first day of senior year. Attendance on the first day sets the tone for the rest of the school year. Hamilton County Schools wants every student to be #FirstDayReady,” wrote the district on the site.The website provides links to information on connection to resources, online school supply lists, and the county’s annual back-to-school bash which will take place on August 5 at Tennessee Riverpark.Information is also available in Spanish, and a First Day Ready Timeline is available for PDF download.¶
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) created an extensive back-to-school website with quick links to a variety of information for students and families. On the site, families can find registration information , transportation details, the 2023-24 school year calendar, and more.MSCS students return to classes August 7.¶
Clarksville-Montgomery County School System
The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System launched its Family Guide on the district’s official blog. Families can valuable first day of school information including school supplies, freshmen orientation, and safety protocols in place and resources for throughout the school year.Additionally, the blog provides information for the entire year such as social and emotion support, 2024 graduation dates, attendance policy, and school meal prices. Information on the Tennessee Tax-Free Weekend is also available.CMCSS will have its first day of school August 7.¶
Knox County Schools
Knox County School’s back-to-school webpage contains frequently asked questions and links to available resources.Students and families can find:¶
- A complete list of start and dismissal times for schools
- Student schedules and teacher assignments starting Friday, July 28
- A list of early release days as well as the complete list
- Information on school technology
- Payment methods for school meals
“We are committed to putting students at the center of every decision, and are focused on four key priorities: excellence in foundational skills, great educators in every school, career empowerment and preparation, and success for every student,” wrote the district.Knox County students return to class August 8.¶
Williamson County Schools
Williamson County Schools is providing its back-to-school information on the district newsletter InFocus.Parents can find information there for contacting teachers, principals and other school staff, bus routes, and what health information and vaccines schools require from students.Students return to Williamson County Schools on August 4.¶
