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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School and D-B EXCEL Students Earn College Degrees and Certificates Through Northeast State Partnership]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[A total of 29 students from Dobyns-Bennett High School and D-B EXCEL were recognized for their academic achievements by Northeast State Community College.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:21:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Camp Opportunities]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Summer will be here before we know it... Check out these awesome student opportunities! ☀️

🍎 Learn about our free summer meals program
📚 Check out middle & high school reading lists
🏈 Sign up for D-B youth athletic camps
🧠 Explore D-B summer learning programs & dual enrollment
✈️ Get details on the D-B extracurricular opportunities
🎺 Mark your calendar for middle & high school band camps

There’s something for everyone so don’t miss out - register now! 🌴🍧🎶 Visit https://bit.ly/KCSsummercamps for additional information.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 09:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Yearbook Distribution Schedule]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is the yearbook distribution schedule for Thursday, April 30 and Friday, May 1.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:23:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dramahawk THSSDL State Results]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Last weekend the D-B Dramahawks competed in the State Speech and Drama League Tournament at Jefferson County High School. State Champions include Joshua Whitaker, Carter Berry, Eleanor Voigt, Benjamin Pitman, and Lucy Terranova in Interpreters Theatre and Nathan Anderson and Benjamin Pitman as Repeat State Champions in Duet Acting Improvisation. Overall the team placed 13 times in their individual and group events.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Northeast State Dual Enrollment Registration]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Current 10th and 11th-graders who are planning on taking classes with Northeast State next year, please come to the STEM building with your laptop, social security number, and ID to sign up for your classes. They will be in the theatre side, middle level corner on April 28th and 29th. Come during a block time that works for you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:38:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer Opportunities at TCAT and Dobyns-Bennett HS]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out these summer opportunities at Tennessee College of Applied Technology and Dobyns-Bennett High School.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:49:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Way to Go D-B Dramahawks!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The D-B Dramahawks qualified 14 individual events and all three of their group events to State, which will compete on Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:21:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett's Senior Signing Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Senior Banner can be signed as well as college merch and refreshments!      This happens May 4 and 5 during Senior Lunch from 12:48pm - 1:16pm in the STEM Lobby!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:06:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Flora Finalist for 2025 State of Tennessee Supervisor of the Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The goal of the Tennessee Supervisor of the Year program is to recognize and celebrate the wealth of excellent district leaders that exist across the state.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:48:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett May Nominate Two Rising Senior Girls to American Legion Volunteer Girls State This Summer]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tennessee's Volunteer Girls State empowers Tennessee's promising young women to become and remain civically engaged leaders through experiential learning and relevant, inspiring growth opportunities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:48:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Freshman Orientation Registration]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Dobyns-Bennett High School faculty and staff are excited to welcome all Rising 9th Grade students to Dobyns-Bennett!  We are pleased to announce we have modified the Freshman Orientation process to improve the experience and better acclimate students to high school.  Students will learn about Dobyns-Bennett through building tours, discuss the importance of getting to know your school counselors and schedule assistance, tips and tricks for success and a spotlight on CTE, STEM, and the many extracurricular opportunities at Dobyns-Bennett.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:18:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Accepting Tuition and Zoning Applications for 2026-27 School Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Applications are available online or in-person. Application deadline is June 5, 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 09:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School:  Middle College Information]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[What is a dual enrollment course?   What is the Middle College?  Obtain more about the Middle College here.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:38:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Hall of Fame serves as the keystone employee award celebrating the district’s history of excellence.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save the Dates:  Centennial Kickoff for the Dobyns-Bennett High School Band]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year marks an extraordinary milestone: 100 years of the Dobyns-Bennett High School Band!   We want to invite everyone who has ever been part of the D-B Band family to join us in celebrating a century of pride, passion, and performance.     As we kick off our centennial year, we look ahead to a season full of meaningful moments, opportunities to reconnect, and events that honor both our legacy and our future.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces TDOE School Letter Grades]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/2147981</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School Letter Grades provide a snapshot of school performance based on multiple indicators, including student achievement and academic growth for all schools, as well as college and career readiness for high schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2026 District Teachers of the Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS District Teachers of the Year include Megan Edmiston (Grades PreK–4), Karen Kitzmiller (Grades 5–8), and Brandon Reed (Grades 9–12).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Chief Finance Officer Receives Prestigious TASBO Award]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/2141994</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[David Frye is the winner of the Tennessee Association of School Business Officials prestigious Outstanding Business Official Award.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:09:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[🎃 Join Us for Our Trunk or Treat on October 17th!]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/2120563</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You’re invited to join us for a spooktacular evening of fun at our Annual Trunk or Treat!
🗓 Date: Friday, October 17th
📍 Location: D-B EXCEL
🕕 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 17:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Band Selected to Perform in the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School was selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants as one of the 10 marching bands to participate in the 2026 Parade]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:31:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces Accountability Results]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the ninth consecutive year, Kingsport City Schools has achieved the top composite score of 5 in Tennessee Value Added Assessment System.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:20:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[KCS Wireless Communication Device Policy]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All KCS students in PreK-12th grade may possess wireless communications devices at school, but they must be turned off and stored for the entirety of the school day. Click for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2025 08:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Announces 2025-26 Meeting/Work Session Dates]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[With few exceptions, the Board will hold regular monthly board meetings on the second Tuesday at 6 p.m. and work sessions on the fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Cohen Principal of D-B EXCEL]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beth Cohen has been named Principal of D-B EXCEL effective July 1, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:31:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Air Force JROTC Earns 17th Consecutive AFJROTC Distinguished Unit Award and the Outstanding Instructor Award]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This award recognizes personal growth and accomplishments of the cadets, contributions of the instructors as mentors, and the support of the school and local community.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:49:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Inclusive Athletic Program Names Head Sparkle Squad Coach]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sarah Good has been appointed head coach for the Sparkle Squad, effective immediately.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Chief Academic Officer - Secondary and Chief Program Officer - Curriculum and Instruction]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Shanna Hensley has been named KCS Chief Academic Officer - Secondary and Dr. Brian Cinnamon has been named Chief Program Officer - Curriculum and Instruction.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 12:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Accepting Tuition and Zoning Applications for 2025-26 School Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Starting Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 8 a.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 09:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Sets Budget Committee Meeting]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The budget committee will meet Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 8 a.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 13:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025 Kingsport City Schools High School Teacher of the Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Katie Kimbro, Special Education Teacher at D-B EXCEL has been named the District's High School Teacher of the Year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025 Kingsport City Schools Principal of the Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shanna Hensley, Principal, D-B EXCEL, has been named the District Principal of the Year for Kingsport City Schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools to Purge Outdated Special Education Records]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/2009870</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The start of purging the special education records of former students whose birth years are 1995, 1996, and 1997.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 08:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Harrell Named the 2024-25 State of Tennessee Principal of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/2006080</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Kelley Harrell, John Adams Elementary School Principal, has been named the 2024-25 State of Tennessee Principal of the Year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2025 District Teachers of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/2003704</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Teachers of the Year include Addison Hale-Benton (Grades Pre-K–4), Heather Bishop (Grades 5–8), and Katie Kimbro (Grades 9–12).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 08:41:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[D-B EXCEL High School Student Named a National Youth Safety Essay Scholarship Winner]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/2002195</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rylee Adams, D-B EXCEL senior, was one of only four students awarded nationally.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Reveals Design of Dobyns-Bennett Specialty License Plate for Tennessee - Now Taking Pre-Orders]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1981118</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This specialty license plate will be a legal, registered Tennessee specialty license plate that can be renewed each year. This is not a decorative or novelty plate.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:51:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2025 Principal of the Year and Supervisor of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1966527</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shanna Hensley was named KCS Principal of the Year and Dr. Holly Flora was named KCS Supervisor of the Year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:26:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Stay Informed With Our School Newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1960741</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss out! Subscribe to our newsletter to receive important announcements, upcoming event details, student achievements, and more, delivered straight to your inbox. Stay connected and be the first to know what's happening in #EXCELnation!  Click the link below to view and subscribe:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:18:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Picture Retakes]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1960721</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Picture Retakes for Grades 9-11 will be held on Oct. 17th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:59:52 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Earn CASH for DBE!]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1960713</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Shop at Food City? Link Your Valucard to D-B EXCEL to earn CASH for DBE!  Please visit the link below, login to your account, and change your school settings to D-B EXCEL!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:57:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent-Teacher Conferences]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1960700</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on  Sept. 12th & 13th at DBE.  Please check the graphic for available times and call to schedule an appointment by Sept. 12th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:47:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Kerns Named the 2024-25 State of Tennessee Teacher of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1955684</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bryan Kerns, Dobyns-Bennett High School Fire Management Services and Mathematics teacher, named the 2024-25 State of Tennessee Teacher of the Year at the TDOE's annual Excellence in Education celebration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 21:26:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Graduate Selected as University of Tennessee Haslam Leadership Scholar]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1951962</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mallori France, the daughter of Derrick and Kelli France, graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School in May 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 15:39:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Info]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1947514</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome Back to School, #EXCELnation!  Please review the graphic for the first week of school schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 04 Aug 2024 16:22:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2024 KCS Hall of Fame Inductees]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1947245</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Jerry Adams and Gerry Harrison were inducted into the tenth class on July 30, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:06:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Announces 2024-25 Meeting/Work Session Dates]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1942414</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With few exceptions, the Board will hold regular monthly board meetings on the second Tuesday at 6 p.m. and work sessions on the fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jul 2024 12:55:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools to Provide Free Breakfast and Lunch to All Students for the 2024-2025 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1938788</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All enrolled KCS students will receive meals at no charge, regardless of socioeconomic status, beginning Monday, August 5, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:42:30 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Priority Status Deadline Approaching for Kingsport City Schools Open Enrollment Period for the 2024-2025 School Year for Tuition and Zoning Applications]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1933216</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Priority status deadline is Wednesday, June 5, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 06:30:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2024 Summer Meals for Kids Program]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1932149</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[No-cost meals will be served Monday – Friday to all children age 18 and under from June 3 – June 28, 2024. No meals will be served on weekends.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2024 14:27:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Graduation - May 24, 2024 - Live Webstream]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1931379</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 25 May 2024 16:03:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Lowers Tuition Rates for the 2024-2025 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1925809</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Non-Kingsport residents in Tennessee will now pay a tuition rate of $1,000 per student/per year. City of Kingsport and Kingsport City Schools employees will now pay a tuition rate of $500 per student/per year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 12:55:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[D-B EXCEL Receives 2024 Tennessee STEM School Re-designation]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1925036</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This prestigious achievement demonstrates a school’s dedication to rigorous STEM learning where students explore 21st century skills, acquire workforce development at all levels, and embrace problem-solving methods they can apply to all of life’s challenges.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 12:30:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[State Testing Info]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1913266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[State Testing At DBE Begins April 17th!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 08:42:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[U.S. History EOC Exam]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1913283</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The End of Course Exam for U.S. History will be held on Tuesday, April 30th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Biology EOC Info]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1913281</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Biology EOC Exam will be on Thursday, April 25th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[State Math Exams ~ April 22nd]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1913279</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Algebra I & II and Geometry End of Course Exams will be on Monday, April 22nd.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport Board of Education to Hold April Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1902743</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 6 p.m. at the KCS Administrative Support Center.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:03:29 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Accepting Zoning and Tuition Applications for 2024-2025 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1891409</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Zoning and Tuition Applications for students in grades K–12 for the 2024-2025 school year will be accepting beginning March 1, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2024 12:26:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1874451</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nominations for the KCS Hall of Fame Class of 2024 will be accepted through May 1, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 11:49:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Jones Director of Special Education]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1869590</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Magen Jones has been named the KCS Director of Special Education, effective January 16, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 15:31:50 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2024 Principal, Supervisor, and Teachers of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1864256</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Kelley Harrell was named KCS Principal of the Year and Andy Arnold was named KCS Supervisor of the Year. District-level Teachers of the Year include Catherine Hincke, Lynna Bingham, and Bryan Kerns.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 09:45:48 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Band Announced as a Winner of the Inaugural Metallica Marching Band Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1863811</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett's Band was named winner of the "Large High School Division" in the competition and "Fan Favorite" totaling $25,000.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 15:14:30 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Attention Juniors & Seniors:  Are You Interested in Dual Enrollment?]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1837734</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dual Enrollment Interest Meetings for the Spring Semester are Nov. 7th & Nov. 8th.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:18:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education to hold Called Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1816073</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The called meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 6 p.m. (prior to the scheduled work session).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:02:04 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Special Education Athletic Coordinator]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1815816</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nick Lingerfelt will oversee all KCS TSSAA Unified Sporting Events, Special Olympics, Tribe Games, and Sparkle Squad.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:09:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools to Recognize September as Attendance Awareness Month]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1811069</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS has joined a nationwide effort to recognize Attendance Awareness Month in September by raising awareness of regular school attendance and focusing on reducing chronic absenteeism among students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 15:25:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Attention Seniors: 2024 Senior Portraits & Yearbook Info]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1794397</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please click the link below for important information about senior pictures, yearbooks, and recognition ads.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:00:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DBE School Supply List]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1789069</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome Back to School, #EXCELnation!  Please review our standard school supply list for grades 9 - 12.  Please note that additional supplies may be required as supplies vary by subject.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Jul 2023 23:24:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2023 KCS Hall of Fame Inductees]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1788628</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The KCS Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 17:01:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Announces 2023-24 Meeting/Work Session Dates]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1788389</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meetings are located at the KCS Administrative Support Center, 400 Clinchfield Street, third floor – Tennessee Room, downtown Kingsport.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 08:26:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Flora Chief Academic Officer - Elementary]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1770838</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Holly Flora will replace Dr. Dwain Arnold, who is retiring from KCS on June 30, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 10:36:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2023 Summer Meals for Kids Program]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1770663</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS School Nutrition Services department is providing no-cost meals with the Summer Meals for Kids program beginning Tuesday, May 30, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 10:34:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Proposed Facility & Capital Improvement Plan]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1755850</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[At a joint work session of the Kingsport Board of Education and the City of Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen on Monday, April 24, 2023, KCS Superintendent Dr. Chris Hampton presented a review of a recently completed study exploring enrollment, facilities, and school conditions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 10:32:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Art Teacher Commissioned a Kentucky Colonel by Governor Beshear of the Commonwealth of Kentucky]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1763007</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Russell C. Bennett, Dobyns-Bennett High School art teacher, was recently commissioned Kentucky Colonel.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 09:07:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Tate Permanent Dobyns-Bennett High School Principal]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1762404</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Brian Tate has been named the permanent principal of Dobyns-Bennett High School, effective immediately.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 12:06:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ATTN: KCS Families, Students, and Community]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1747143</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We want our students safe and healthy; to do so, we need the support of our families and the community to battle underage vaping.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 08:49:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Superintendent Named]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1738566</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Chris Hampton has been named the permanent KCS Superintendent with unanimous approval of his employment contract by the Board of Education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:28:46 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Makes Revision to March Meeting Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1736104</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The meeting will now take place at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2023 (originally scheduled for March 14, 2023).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 15:00:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Parent University & SPED 101: Family Learning Event]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1732339</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The purpose is to inform and discuss with parents and students the importance of mental and behavioral health, attendance, and the negative effects of truancy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:41:59 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Accepting Zoning and Tuition Applications for 2023-2024 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1731574</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beginning March 1, applications will be available online at www.k12k.com via the Zoning & Tuition Application link at the top of the homepage.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 15:13:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Open House]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1730063</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Interested in DBE...Want to learn about the EXCEL difference?  Join us for an Open House on March 15th from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 21:43:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools  Announces 2023 Supervisor, Principal, and Teachers of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1725891</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Those named include Michael Hubbard, Dr. Stacy Edwards, Marie Taylor, Kathleen Donnellan, and Regina Davenport.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 11:45:33 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport Board of Education Recommends Dr. Chris Hampton for Permanent Superintendent]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1724418</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Board voted 5-0 to authorize Board President Melissa Woods to lead the contract development and negotiation process.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 09:22:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1722977</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS is now accepting nominations (retired teachers or non-teachers) for the 2023 class of the KCS Hall of Fame, which will be inducted in July 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 11:25:03 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Hiring Staff Positions]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1717376</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Do you love being around children and need a full- or part-time position? Click here for more information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:41:26 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Makes Revision to February Meeting Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1709406</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Board of Education meeting will now take place at 6 p.m. on Monday, February 13, 2023 (originally scheduled for February 14, 2023).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 09:57:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Sets Budget Committee Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1709397</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The meeting is to review budget items for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 09:25:04 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Hosts Parent Information Meeting on Tennessee Learning Loss Remediation and Student Acceleration Act]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1705252</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click to view information presented to KCS parents regarding TCA 49-6-3115, which states that beginning with the 2022-2023 school year, a student in the third grade shall not be promoted to the next grade level unless the student is determined to be proficient in English language arts (ELA) based on the student's achieving a performance level rating of “met expectations” or “exceeded expectations” on the ELA portion of the student's most recent Tennessee comprehensive assessment program (TCAP) test.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:41:42 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[TN Together 2022-23 Student Survey Information]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1707346</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In coordination with the Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, all 12th, 10th, and 8th graders will receive the 2022-23 TN Together Student Survey in the coming days.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 09:26:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Reminds School Community of Anonymous Reporting Tool]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1693102</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Labeled as "Anonymous Reporting" on KCS websites and school posters, individuals are encouraged to anonymously submit reports and other feedback to authorized KCS school administrators and school resource officers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 14:30:06 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Named "Best Place to Teach in TN" and "#4 Best Overall District in TN" on 2023 Niche Best Schools List]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1674364</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:50:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Tate Interim Dobyns-Bennett High School Principal]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1673729</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Brian Tate has been named interim principal of Dobyns-Bennett High School, effective November 1, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 12:38:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Names Hampton Kingsport City Schools Interim Superintendent]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1672857</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Chris Hampton has been named interim superintendent for Kingsport City Schools, effective November 1, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2022 13:40:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[KCS to Continue Closure of Buck Van Huss Dome; Awards Bid for Renovation of Gymnasium at Tribe Athletic Complex]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1658850</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[During ongoing review by local and national engineering consultants, Kingsport City Schools (KCS) has continued the closure of the Buck Van Huss Dome at Dobyns-Bennett High School. A Phase 1 report has now been received by KCS regarding the gymnasium’s wooden Lamella dome structure.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2022 15:52:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[KCS Provides Status Update on Dobyns-Bennett High School Buck Van Huss Dome]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1655064</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[During ongoing review by local and national engineering consultants, Kingsport City Schools is continuing the closure of the Buck Van Huss Dome at Dobyns-Bennett High School while awaiting a final report on the gymnasium’s wooden Lamella dome structure.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:12:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent University: Empowering our Families on Substance Misuse & Mental Health]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1646319</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The purpose of the event is to empower KCS parents and guardians of children in grades K-12 by educating them of the harmful effects of substance misuse in our youth.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:48:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Accepting Applications for Insight KCS]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1638874</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This program offers residents the opportunity to learn more about the inner workings of all KCS educational and functional operations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:07:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[As Free School Lunches End, School Districts Join Forces to Stress Importance of Returning Completed Federal Benefits Application]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1635376</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We encourage all families to complete the federal meal benefits application.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 17:14:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Announces 2022-23 Meeting/Work Session Dates]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1631975</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The meetings are held at the KCS Administrative Support Center.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jul 2022 10:34:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools, Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents (TOSS), Respond to Hillsdale College President's Remarks]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1631402</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS and TOSS recognize the profound value of Tennessee teachers and celebrate their indispensable role in creating a brighter future for Tennesseans.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:56:21 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SAVE THE DATE: Kingsport City Schools Registration Rally]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1622381</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[New KCS families can register their children and current and new KCS families will receive assistance with accessing their Aspen Parent Portal and parent Canvas accounts.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2022 14:25:46 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[KCS Fast Facts: THC-Laced Look-Alike Candy Items]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1613450</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In response to a growing trend observed in our community, KCS is alerting our students and families to the presence and dangers of medicated candies and consumables infused with Delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 17:06:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Coordinated School Health Advisory Council to Meet]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1596326</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss student wellness programs as well as plan for any areas of improvement for the next school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Apr 2022 09:48:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2022 Principal, Supervisor, and Teachers of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1595645</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Kyle Loudermilk was named Principal of the Year and Dr. Brian Cinnamon was named Supervisor of the Year. District-level Teachers of the Year include, Melissa Rivers, Lisa Bratton, and Amanda Blackburn.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 08:21:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Makes Revisions to April and May 2022 Meeting Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1591262</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click here for new April and May meeting dates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:46:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport Board of Education to Hold Joint Work Session with City of Kingsport BMA]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1583344</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The purpose of the joint work session is to discuss capital planning, the budget, and other items.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 16:37:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Teacher Career Fair]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1578513</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All teachers are welcome to attend the Teacher Career Fair and apply for the 2022-23 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Accepting Zoning and Tuition Applications for 2022-2023 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1575521</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beginning March 1, applications will be available online until April 30, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 11:47:49 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Launches Parent University to Support Families]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1566520</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The goal of KCS Parent University is to address certain challenges families face by providing information to educate, empower, and connect with resources either within KCS or within the Kingsport community.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:11:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Makes Revisions to February Meeting Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1563015</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The KCS Board will be alternating the normal meeting and work session calendar previously announced.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:51:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1547533</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nominations for the Class of 2022 will be accepted through May 1, 2022.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2022 13:03:40 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Students Earn Perfect AP Exam Score]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1523327</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DBHS recent graduate, Chandni Bhat and D-B junior, Jackson Osterhus have earned a perfect score on their AP Exams in spring 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 08:46:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Online Family Engagement Event: COVID-19 Vaccination Information]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1514773</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS will live stream an online family engagement event featuring Dr. C. Buddy Creech, Director, Vanderbilt Vaccine Research Program on Monday, October 25, 2021 at 7 p.m. on the Kingsport City Schools YouTube Channel (KPTSchools). 

After Dr. Creech's information session, Dr. Jeff Moorhouse will moderate a question and answer discussion with Dr. Creech.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2021 09:02:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Seeks ESSER III Funding Plan Feedback]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1472214</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Seeking feedback from Kingsport families, employees, and community members.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 09:59:10 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Accepting Applications for Insight KCS]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1486605</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An opportunity for up to 10-15 area residents to learn more about the inner workings of all KCS educational and functional operations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:38:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Announces 2021-22 Meeting/Work Session Dates]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1469179</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With some exceptions, the Board will hold regular monthly board meetings on the second Tuesday at 6 p.m. and  work sessions on the fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:41:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Honoring the Class of 2020 and 2021]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1469152</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS will recognize and induct the sixth and seventh classes of the KCS Hall of Fame during the back to school educator Convocation event on Monday, July 26, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:42:45 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport Board of Education Cancels June Work Session]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1457177</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The next meeting of the Board will be its regularly scheduled business meeting on Tuesday, July 13, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 10:43:33 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May 19, 2021 - KCS Wednesday Update]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1443991</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With today being the last day of the KCS school calendar, the 2020-21 school year weekly updates will cease publication at this time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:17:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Board of Education Members Elected]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1443504</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to our new BOE Members, Melissa Woods and Brandon Fletcher. To Eric Hyche, thank you for your years of service. The terms of the new BOE Members will begin on July 1, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:16:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May 12, 2021 - KCS Wednesday Update]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1439537</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Face-to-Face students will continue to have in-person learning at school. All Remote Choice Learning students will continue with virtual instruction.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:18:03 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May 5, 2021 - KCS Wednesday Update]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1435305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Face-to-Face students will continue to have in-person learning at school. All Remote Choice Learning students will continue with virtual instruction.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:18:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Superintendent Named 2022 First Tennessee District Superintendent of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1435303</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS Superintendent Dr. Jeff Moorhouse has been named the 2022 First Tennessee District Superintendent of the Year.  With his recognition as the top district First Tennessee Superintendent of the Year, Dr. Moorhouse is also now a finalist for the 2022 Tennessee Superintendent of the Year, which will be announced later this year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2021 16:49:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April 30, 2021 - KCS Update]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1433387</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Face-to-Face students will continue to have in-person learning at school. All Remote Choice Learning students will continue with virtual instruction.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jun 2021 11:19:02 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Makes U.S. News & World Report 2021 Best High Schools List]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1430941</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett has been named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best High Schools in the United States again, receiving a silver medal designation in the 2021 Best High Schools rankings.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2021 16:52:07 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Announces Meeting, Work Session Schedule Changes]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1422363</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All board meetings, work sessions, and mini-retreats are open to the public.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:41:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces 2021 Principal, Supervisor, and Teachers of the Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1422105</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dr. Chris Hampton was named Principal of the Year and Vicki Johnston was named Supervisor of the Year. Teachers of the Year include, Jackilyn Heller (grades Pre-K–4), Mona Fulkerson (grades 5–8), and Dr. Andy Irvin (grades 9–12).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:59:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett Students Advance as Finalists in National Merit® Scholarship Program]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1389068</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 66th Annual 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program is a program designed to identify and honor the top high school students in the United States.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:21:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Accepting Hall of Fame Nominations]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1380360</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nominations for the KCS Hall of Fame Class of 2021 will be accepted through May 1, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:20:16 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rising 9th Grade Information]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1330846</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn how you can be a part of the EXCEL difference next school year!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:28:01 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DBE Now Accepting Applications for Spring Semester]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1330832</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enroll in a school that has been doing blended & virtual learning for 5 years!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 10:46:53 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October 1, 2020 - Thursday Afternoon Update]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1308902</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For the week of October 5-9, 2020: All Face-to-Face students in grades PreK-12 will have in-person instruction at school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2020 17:21:36 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Recognized by the National Speech & Debate Association]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1328610</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Only approximately three percent of schools are recognized as Leading Chapter Award winners.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 12:19:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Learning Choice Intent Form]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1325723</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of children in grades 9-12 have the option to choose between the Face-to-Face (F2F) or Remote Choice Learning (RCL) learning environments.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2020 08:44:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Online Store]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1321125</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year's store offers a variety of long sleeve t's, sweatshirts/hoodies, and winter hats. Order deadline is October 31, 2020.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 13:21:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save the Date - Dobyns-Bennett High School Alumni Association Hall of Fame Recognition and Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1320765</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Class of 2020 inductees recognition and induction will now take place on Friday, March 19, 2021 and Saturday, March 20, 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 09:06:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett Students Recognized as Commended Students in the National Merit® Scholarship Program]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1318219</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nine DBHS students have been named as Commended Students in the 66th Annual 2021 National Merit® Scholarship Program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2020 14:53:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Now Accepting Applications for Insight KCS]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1317433</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Insight KCS is an opportunity for up to 10-15 area residents to learn more about the inner workings of all KCS educational and functional operations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2020 15:45:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[KCS WiFi Hotspot Network]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1315721</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[KCS students can now come to any school parking lot and connect with their KCS Chromebook to the Internet.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2020 16:28:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett Alumni Board Postpones 2020 DBHS Alumni Hall of Fame Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1313795</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DBHS Alumni Association Board will postpone the D-B Alumni Hall of Fame football game recognition and ceremony until the Spring of 2021.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2020 09:04:15 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Receives National Athletic Trainers’ Association Safe Sports School Award]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1296821</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The award champions safety and recognizes secondary schools that have met the recommended standards to improve safety in sports.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2020 09:33:43 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Celebrates Six AP Diploma Recipients and Recognizes 174 AP Scholars]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1293521</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The College Board Advanced Placement Program gives students the opportunity to take challenging college-level courses while still in high school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:38:36 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Students Recognized in National Merit Scholarship Program]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1293130</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Those named as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists from Dobyns-Bennett are Caleb Buell, Willa Rogers, and Ty Young.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2020 17:51:59 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Student Earns Perfect ACT Score]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1292060</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DBHS senior, Ryan Herzog, son of Shelly and Jeffrey Herzog, earned the highest possible composite score of 36 on a recent ACT test.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2020 17:09:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dobyns-Bennett High School Announces 2020 J. Fred Johnson Stadium Guidelines and Ticket Sale Information]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1288522</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fifty Percent Capacity, Temperature Checks, Tickets Not Sold on Game Nights, and Face Masks and Social Distancing Required]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2020 20:41:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Announces Free Meals for Kids Program Extended Until December]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1287373</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This extension allows KCS School Nutrition Services to serve free breakfast and lunch, starting September 1, 2020, to all children, 18 and under, until the end of December.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:38:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 27, 2020 - KCS Thursday Afternoon Update]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1284349</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to share the following information in the new KCS Thursday Afternoon Update regarding the status of health conditions and KCS operations.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2020 08:24:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2020-21 KCS Approved Calendar Update (7.28.20)]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1262234</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first day of school for Kingsport City Schools students will be Monday, August 10, 2020.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2020 20:50:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free/Reduced Lunch Online Application Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1263113</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Nutrition Meal Benefit Application for the 20-21 school year is now available online. Applying online eliminates the possibility of lost applications and makes the approval process faster. All information is secure and confidential]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:21:27 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kingsport City Schools Board of Education Announces 2020-21 Meeting/Work Session Dates]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1260361</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[With few exceptions, the Board will hold regular monthly board meetings on the second Tuesday at 6 p.m. and regular monthly work sessions on the fourth Tuesday at 6 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:21:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT)]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1248524</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Families First Coronavirus Response Act allows children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals at school to receive extra food benefits.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2020 09:51:12 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DB EXCEL Open Enrollment for 2020-2021 School Year]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1225951</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[DB EXCEL is currently accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year. If you are interested in learning more about DBE or want to apply, please fill out the interest form at bit.ly/DBEinterestform. Limited space is available so apply today!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2020 12:30:11 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations DBE Class of 2020]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It is hard to believe this school year is in the books! While we are sad our seniors had their year end this way, we are excited for them to begin the next chapter of their lives. We invite you to watch as we recognize each student in our Senior Celebration Video!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2020 08:23:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DBE Distance Learning During COVID-19]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1202661</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are excited to launch our Distance Learning During COVID-19 Information and Resource hub on our website!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2020 09:43:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall 2020 Dual Enrollment]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1170145</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Current 10th and 11th grade students need to start planning their dual enrollment opportunities for the Fall of 2020! Our first student interest meeting will be on April 3rd at 7:45am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:57:31 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DBE PAC Popcorn Fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://dbexcel.k12k.com/apps/news/article/1170139</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is selling Cornucopia Popcorn from February 13th until March 20th!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:59:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DBE Statewide Design Challenge Showcase]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[D-B EXCEL students will host a STEM EXPO on Tuesday, March 2, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the Tennessee Room at the Kingsport City Schools' Administrative Support Center. Participating students will present their research, solutions, and exhibits to local experts and key stakeholders. The event is free and open to the public (lunch and snacks provided). The top three designs will receive nominations to present their solutions at the Statewide EXPO in Nashville, TN, May 4th and 5th, 2020.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:46:33 -0500</pubDate>
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