Knox County school board discusses, makes no change to mask policy
Board chair Susan Horn proposed changing the language in the mask policy to give exemptions to students involved in the arts: band, choir and theatre. Author: Katie Inman Updated: 10:45 AM EST February 12, 2021
KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. Knox County parents are divided after the Board of Education s meeting Wednesday night. The chairman brought a proposal to change the school system s mask policy.
The current policy states masks are required in grades K-12, with a few exceptions. For example, student athletes aren t required to mask up in a game, but in choir and band they must mask up.
The Knoxville Technology Council is connecting and supporting the technology industry in the Greater Knoxville area
Share Article KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (PRWEB) January 14, 2021 During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Knoxville Technology Council (KTech) has continued its mission to connect and support the technology community in the Greater Knoxville region. This rapidly growing organization recently celebrated its one-year anniversary and plans to expand its efforts in 2021.
KTech publicly launched on August 15, 2019 with a technology showcase attended by over 300 technology leaders, entrepreneurs, and developers. Since then, KTech has hosted more than thirty events and advanced initiatives in the areas of education, workforce development, and healthcare.