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TDOE EBT Distribution for 2024 Summer Break

Tennessee Set to Begin Summer EBT Distribution for the 2023-24 Academic School Year to Improve Food Access for Children During the 2024 Summer Break

Eligible Students will be Issued Summer EBT Benefits Beginning June 14, 2024

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Human Services today announced that the department, in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Education, […]

2024-05-21T14:17:35+00:00May 21st, 2024|District News, School News|

ORS Open Enrollment Application Window Opens

Cross Boundary and Tuition Applications for enrollment in Oak Ridge Schools are available for download and submission now through Monday, April 15, 2024.

Students interested in cross boundary or tuition enrollment must submit an application via email to lhenderson@ortn.edu, fax (865-425-9061) or deliver in-person at the Oak Ridge Schools Administration building.

Enrollment availability is limited and […]

2024-04-01T18:59:17+00:00March 26th, 2024|District News|

ORS Highly Rated by TDOE New Letter Grade System

Oak Ridge Schools were among the highest rated schools in the state according to the Tennessee Department of Education’s (TDOE) new Letter Grade Rating System, released earlier today. Six Oak Ridge schools earned an “A” letter grade, the highest possible rating, and three earned perfect Level 5 scores in every scored component contributing to the […]

2023-12-21T18:21:54+00:00December 21st, 2023|District News, School News|

Christopher Scott Recognized by FIRST Lego League

At the regional FIRST Lego League (FLL) East Tennessee Championship on February 11, 2023, Christopher Scott received the Volunteer of the Year Award. He was recognized for his organization of the FLL coaches’ training meetings that were hosted in the Knoxville and Nashville areas in August of 2022. These training sessions provided new and veteran […]

2023-02-17T08:31:23+00:00February 17th, 2023|District News, School News|

Christopher Scott Receives Patriotic Employer Award

Congratulations to Christopher Scott, principal of Secret City Academy, who received the Patriotic Employer award from the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Mr. Scott was presented this award with his staff members, Andy Burr and Jeff Frendt.  This award recognizes employers who contribute to national security and protecting liberty and freedom by supporting employee participation […]

2023-01-31T09:59:15+00:00January 31st, 2023|District News, School News|

Vaping Prevention Week

Oak Ridge Schools is hosting a vaping prevention week February 13-17, 2023.  This week will focus on educating students and families on the dangers of vaping and other commonly misused substances. The presentation schedule is as follows:

February 14th

Jefferson Middle School Performing Arts Center

  • 7:50 – 8:35 am – 5th/6th grades
  • 8:40 – 9:30 am – […]
2023-01-13T16:36:02+00:00January 13th, 2023|District News, School News|

Tuition Application Deadline

Due to the increase of in-zone student enrollment, effective August 26th,  no tuition applications will be taken. Beginning in the 2022-23 school year, tuition applications will not be taken after May 20th. 

If you have any questions, please contact Pupil Services at 865-425-9009 or Dr. Larrissa Henderson at 865-425-9024.

2022-08-23T23:08:32+00:00August 23rd, 2022|District News, School News|
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