McMinn P.R.E.P. – Calhoun Elementary Extended Learning Program
Offering before & afterschool care for grades K–5 in a fun, safe, and supportive environment!
Where: Calhoun Elementary School
When: Before & after school hours
Contact: Ms. Cantrell or Ms. Barlock – 423-336-2974 #allinformcminncountyschool
Offering Before & Afterschool Care for Students (Grades K–5)
Looking for a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for your child before or after school? McMinn P.R.E.P. is here to help!
Who: Students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade
When: Before & after school hours
Where: Calhoun Elementary School
For more information or to learn how to enroll your child, please contact: Ms. Cantrell or Ms. Barlock at 423-336-2974.
McMinn Monthly Parent and Family News and other school and community news!
We’re so grateful to our School Board for providing books to our students in honor of Veterans Day. Your support helps us celebrate and remember the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes.
We’re thankful for our School Board and our Veterans! #allinformcminncountyschools
BINGO with the BIG CATS OF RICEVILLE! MCS Family Engagement and Riceville Elementary are excited to invite you to a fun-filled evening of educational bingo games, door prizes, and family fun!
🕒 When: Drop-in Bingo Games — 3:30–4:30 PM
🐾 Bingo with the Big Cats — Follows immediately after
📚 Story Hour with Mr. Teague: 3:30–4:30 PM
🎁 Door Prizes Include:
• RES Basketball Game Concession Pack
• Jenkins Grille and Market Gift Card
• Bojangles Gift Card
• Cookie Decorating Kit
• Patriot Cakes Gift Card
...and so much MORE! Come play, laugh, have storytime, and win — don’t miss the fun!
We cant wait to see you there! #allinformcminncountyschools
As we continue to honor the life and legacy of our Director of Schools, Dr. Julie Goodin, we want to share the following updates for next week:
Monday, October 27, 2025: Schools will be in regular session
Tuesday, October 28, and Wednesday, October 29, 2025: Schools will be closed to allow staff and families to attend services for Dr.
McMinn County Schools will return to our regular schedule on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
We appreciate your understanding and support as our school community comes together during this difficult time. Full details on out website.
Dear Staff and Families,
It is with a great deal of sadness that we share that our Director of Schools, Dr. Julie Goodin, has passed away unexpectedly.
Dr. Goodin assumed the leadership of our school system this past July after previously serving in numerous other roles. She was an incredibly talented and driven leader who cared deeply about our students, staff, and families. Her vision and dedication to strengthening our schools have left a lasting impact on our community. She will be dearly missed.
We understand that this news will bring a range of emotions for many in our school community. Support services will be available for students and staff who may need assistance in the days ahead. We also will share additional information about memorial opportunities as soon as they become available.
Out of respect and to allow our staff and students time to grieve, schools and the district office will be closed on Friday, October 24th. This day will be an optional professional development day across the district to allow our faculty and staff time to gather, receive grief counseling, and lean on one another. Additional information and counseling resources will be available on our website. www.mcminnschools.com
As we grieve this tremendous loss, we ask that you join us in keeping Dr. Goodin’s family and friends in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Thank you for your continued care and compassion as we support one another.
Sincerely,
Melasawn Knight
Assistant Director Of Schools
📢Exciting News from McMinn County Schools!
Beginning in November, we are thrilled to announce our new partnership with East Tennessee Children’s Hospital to bring telehealth services directly to our students at the following schools:
🏫 Calhoun Elementary
🏫 E.K. Baker Elementary
🏫 Mountain View Elementary
🏫 Rogers Creek Elementary
🏫 McMinn County High School
🏫 Central High School
Through this partnership, students will have access to timely medical care during the school day — with the help of our school nurses and East Tennessee Children’s Hospital medical professionals.
🩺 Please note: A parent or guardian must provide consent before a telehealth visit can take place. A school nurse will always contact the parent or guardian before a telehealth visit is initiated to confirm that it’s the desired choice for care.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.etch.com/your-visit/school-telehealth-resources/
We look forward to supporting the health and well-being of our students through this exciting new program starting in November! 💙
📣 Stay tuned for more updates at your child’s school!
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