For the 10th consecutive year, Kingsport City Schools has achieved the top composite score of 5 in Tennessee Value Added Assessment System based on data released by the Tennessee Department of Education.

Dr. Philip Wright has been named KCS Principal of the Year and Emily Helphinstine has been named KCS Supervisor of the Year.

KCS District Teachers of the Year include Madison Vander Lind (Grades PreK–4), Jessica Mullins (Grades 5–8), and Sarah Good (Grades 9–12).

Tennessee Promise Meetings at Dobyns-Bennett
Tennessee Promise will hold 2 meetings for seniors that have completed their TN Promise application.   Students last names A-J will attend at 9:45.    Students last names K-Z will attend at 10:15. on Monday, November 16 in D-B Little Theatre.

The administrative retreat/work session will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Auditions are scheduled for November 9 and 10 for Shrek The Musical. For more information and audition materials, see Mrs. Humphrey or Mr. Wenger.

The Centennial committee is incredibly excited to announce that the book "Strike Up the Band! Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence in Sound, Sight, and Community Support" will be available
before the holiday season this year! This book tells the historical journey of the Dobyns-Bennett High School Band and would make a great gift for any member, alumni, band parent (former or current), and community member. Pre-order your copy today by making a direct donation of $35, and we will hold a reserved book
for you the moment it is published.

Show us your Tribe Pride. Are you ready to shine? Show us your Tribe Pride and be a part of the Ms. Dobyns-Bennett Pageant, sponsored by Culinary Arts.

Join us for a fun-filled evening of costumes, candy, and community at D-B EXCEL's annual Trunk or Treat! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a night of decorated trunks, treats, activities, and Halloween fun!

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 5:30–9:00 PM
📍 KCS/Chamber Parking Lot

Eastman’s Black History Oratorical Contest provides local high school students an opportunity to develop a
deeper understanding of Black and African American contributors to the academic disciplines of science,
technology, engineering and math (STEM). It also provides the students with an opportunity to improve their
writing, communication, public speaking and leadership skills. Click on the headline above to get details on prizs, eligibility, and contest requirements. The submission deadline is Monday, January 4, 2027 at 11:59 p.m.