Programs

Logo with "TENEO" in large green letters. Below it, a figure reaching a summit with a flag. Words "Never Give Up" are written below.
TeneoColor: Green Motto: Never Give Up and Persevere Traits: Leadership, Initiative, Growth
A white background with the "Virtus V" logo. It features a shield with a leaf design and the text "Courageous" in black.
VirtusColor: Black Motto: Virtue and Strength Traits: Resilience, Integrity, Courage
Two hands form a heart with a red heart inside, accompanied by text: "Amicus Friendship Love Kindness".
AmicusColor: Red Motto: Friendship and Community Traits: Kinship, Empathy, Unity
A coat of arms with "Four Houses One School" text. Features a white horse leaping over four distinct house symbols.
4 Houses 1 SchoolMES fosters community and leadership through our four houses. Students belong to VIRTUS, SOMNIUM, TENEO, or AMICUS houses, building camaraderie & engaging in friendly competition.
A blue dreamcatcher logo with the word "Somnium" above it and the word "Dream" in the center.
SomniumColor: Blue Motto: Dream and Inspire Traits: Imagination, Wisdom, Curiosity
Logo with "TENEO" in large green letters. Below it, a figure reaching a summit with a flag. Words "Never Give Up" are written below.
TeneoColor: Green Motto: Never Give Up and Persevere Traits: Leadership, Initiative, Growth
A white background with the "Virtus V" logo. It features a shield with a leaf design and the text "Courageous" in black.
VirtusColor: Black Motto: Virtue and Strength Traits: Resilience, Integrity, Courage
Two hands form a heart with a red heart inside, accompanied by text: "Amicus Friendship Love Kindness".
AmicusColor: Red Motto: Friendship and Community Traits: Kinship, Empathy, Unity
A coat of arms with "Four Houses One School" text. Features a white horse leaping over four distinct house symbols.
4 Houses 1 SchoolMES fosters community and leadership through our four houses. Students belong to VIRTUS, SOMNIUM, TENEO, or AMICUS houses, building camaraderie & engaging in friendly competition.
A blue dreamcatcher logo with the word "Somnium" above it and the word "Dream" in the center.
SomniumColor: Blue Motto: Dream and Inspire Traits: Imagination, Wisdom, Curiosity

Spotlight

Four people in matching outfits stand on a wooden deck in front of a lake. Behind them, trees with autumn leaves and a clear sky.

"I’m proud to be a product of Hawkins County Schools. I love teaching our students and helping them discover their passions. Hawkins County supports educators with meaningful opportunities for professional growth, making it a place where I can give back to the community."

- Jessica Drinnon, Special Education Teacher

Woman with red hair wearing glasses and a floral blouse, smiling for a close-up portrait.

"Working as a teacher in Hawkins County has been my dream since I was in 5th grade. I am inspired by the teachers who taught me in this district, and I hope to have that same positive impact on my students. I feel incredibly blessed to serve the children in this community."

- Bree Lawson, Interventionist

A family of five people smiles in a photo, with a child on a man's shoulders, against a cloudy sky.

"I love working for Hawkins County Schools because of the incredible community. The professionalism and support from my colleagues make this district feel like home. I’m proud to be part of a team that puts our students first in everything we do."

- James Laney, 2nd grade Teacher