EDUCATION

 

Sevier County School Enrollment:

The enrollment process takes place at each individual school. Parents are asked to contact the school office to make an appointment for registration. School hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you are unsure which school your child should attend, please call the transportation office at 865-453-3568. You can also find enrollment information online by visiting the school's page.

Students entering Sevier County Schools for the first time must provide the following documents:

     1.       Certified birth certificate.

     2.       Tennessee physical form, dated on or after January 1 of the year of entry, showing that a 

               physical exam was performed by a licensed health care provider.

     3.       Tennessee Immunization Certificate, showing proof of state-required vaccinations

     4.       Proof of legal residency in Sevier County (electric, water, gas, or phone bill).

     5.       Social Security card (optional).

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KINDERGARDEN

Registrations were made during the month of March. The process includes gathering information about the child, completing a kindergarten information sheet, and scheduling an evaluation date. Current state law requires a kindergarten experience before the student is allowed to enter first grade.

For kindergarten, children must be five years old on or before August 15 of the year they enter. Parents or guardians should go to schools as soon as possible to complete an enrollment information sheet and receive an appointment card for the Kindergarten evaluation. When your child enters kindergarten, they should be completely self-sufficient in the bathroom.

If the child is coming from another county, state, or country, parents must bring a document from the previous school with the grade completed and the classes attended.

The list of school supplies is posted online for each school. Please visit https://app.teacherlists.com.

Each school provides a school year Handbook, with all the necessary information for parents and students, as well as the school calendar.

It is very important for parents to download the ParentSquare app as it is a very effective form of communication between parents and teachers. This app translates into any language.

Attendance at schools in Tennessee is MANDATORY. A Tennessee student is considered absent from five unexcused absences and may be subject to legal intervention.

Please make sure to always update your phone number and email address with the school, as this is the only way they have to contact you.

Sevier County Adult High School has another Adult ESL FREE Program, with conversational and grammar classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. Their address is 1216 Graduate Dr., Sevierville, TN 37862. Anyone wishing to attend any of their classes, needs to contact them at (865) 286-6374. Students will need to complete an application and take a speaking test (for placement purposes only) to complete the registration process.  

FREE ENGLISH CLASSES.

First Baptist Church, 317 Parkway, Sevierville (across the parking lot from the Church, where Goodwill used to be.  English as a second language Classes are FREE every Wednesday at 3:00 pm.  The workbook is $10.00. Different levels. Website: www.sevier.church/pibes​

Our Savior Lutheran Church

CLOSED FOR SUMMER UNTIL JULY 7

423 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, 37738
Monday & Tuesday 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Contact: Call (865) 286-6374​ or email Michael.puckett@tcatknoxville.edu

SEVIER UNITED YOU TUBE VIDEOS:

Conversational Classes are offered on our You Tube videos, on essential conversational scenarios.  You can also find the PDF version and the videos on the website of Sevier United.  A great tool to learn and help your communication skills.

High School Equivalency Diploma. FREE day, evening & Zoom classes & paid test fees. Career Skills: Boost your resume with certifications. Learn computer skills: North Star Digital Literacy – earn certificates of completion. Learn Soft Skills: WIN Essential Soft Skills – earn a certificate from WIN & TN Department of Labor & Workforce Development. Call us TODAY to sign up: Sevier County Adult Education, 1216 Graduate Dr., Sevierville - 865-286-6374.

SEVIER COUNTY SCHOOLS ADULT EDUCATION

300 Cedar St., Sevierville, TN 37862

Curtis Clabo 428-9175

Assists adults in acquiring basic skills, acquiring a high school diploma or GED, and with high school refresher classes before attending college.​

AMERICAN JOB CENTER

1216 Graduate Dr. Sevierville, TN  37862

(865) 286-6386

www.indeed.com, www.careerbuilder.com, https:/www.careeronestop.org/  

We provide services like HISET (Adult Ed) classes here, and we also provide Financial Aid, Vocational Rehab, Career Counseling, Job Fairs, Veterans Services, SNAP Education and Training, Job Corps information.

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​Sevier County Public Libraries. Libraries are not only for books. All our Libraries offer an enormous number of programs and events for children and adults. They have different programs and classes every month FREE.  Please check with the closest library to you.

KING FAMILY LIBRARY:

408 High Street, Sevierville, 37862
Wednesday & Thursday 5:30PM - 7:30PM
Contact: email Michael.puckett@tcatknoxville.edu

Gatlinburg Branch - contact (865)436-5588

Kodak Branch - contact 933-0088

Pigeon Forge Branch -contact -429-7490

Seymour Branch- contact- 573-0728

Pittman Center Branch - contact - 774-6033

Offers free educational and foreign language learning resources, free computer use, job search, help and train budgeting and much more information.

​WEARS VALLEY RANCH: NEW BEGINNINGS: Wears Valley Ranch provides Christian homes, education, and counseling to children in crisis situations. Our vision is to see each child inspired to follow Christ, healed from the past, and equipped to reach their full potential. There is always space for ONE MORE CHILD. Contact: Lisa Radmore at 865-446-4501 or lradmore@wvr.org. 100 One Fine Place, Sevierville, TN 37862.  http://www.wvr.org.

​​SEVIER COUNTY SCHOOLS:- Special Education

Trula Lawson Center

550 Eastgate Rd. Sevierville, TN 37862

Dr. Sandy Enloe 428-5793

A special need Pre-school designed to assist special needs children prepare for school and meet their individual needs.

DOUGLAS CHEROKEE HEAD START: – Sevier County:

Douglas Dam Head Start

1395 Douglas Dam Rd

Sevierville, TN 37876-1568

(865) 428-5010

Locations:

Harrisburg Headstart

1814 Old Harrisburg Rd

Sevierville, TN 37876-2138

865) 429-5602

Boyd's Creek Headstart

2536 Boyd’s Creek Hwy

Sevierville, TN 37876-0240

(865) 908-0627

RIP PROGRAM WITH HELEN ROSS MCNABB:

(865) 523-8695

Geared for parents with children ages 2-6 yrs. old.​

UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE EXTENSION : Sevier County

752 Old Knoxville Hwy, Sevierville, TN  37862

865-453-3695 

Offers information and programs on Gardening, 4-H, Nutrition, Healthy Meal Planning, Grocery Shopping, Diabetes, Health & Safety, Managing Money, and Parenting.

VETERANS UPWARD BOUND:

1912 Andy Holt Avenue, 25 HPR Bldg.

University of Tennessee

Knoxville, TN 37996

(865) 974-4466

For veterans (low-income or first in family to go to college) who are potential college students, even if they need a GED first.  Free services to prepare for enrollment in postsecondary program at vocational, technical, or college level.  Must have been discharged from military on or after January 31, 1955, under conditions other than dishonorable.​

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS:

Sevierville Branch: 209 McMahan Avenue, Sevierville 428-6550

Pigeon Forge Branch: 225 Pine Mountain Rd, Pigeon Forge 774-0039

Gatlinburg Branch: 742 Parkway, Gatlinburg 436-4600

Kodak Branch 4125 Douglas Dam Rd., Kodak 933-3718

Seymour Branch 122 Boyd’s Creek Highway Seymour, TN 37865 (865) 577-1080

A community sponsored recreation option that gives children a sense of belonging in their communities and supervises appropriate activities. BOYS & GIRLS

 

​The Social and Emotional Wellness Center provides individualized behavior support tailored to each child’s unique needs.  They also connect families with valuable community resources to promote overall well-being and long-term success.

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​The ACES Program connect families with counseling.  They have a 10-week Small Group program for Behavioral Support.  They have Parent Engagement events, to achieve communication and work with the entire family.

They have scholarships available.

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HEALTHY FAMILIES EAST TENNESSEE

Office: 865-637-9711 Ext. 1191

Fax: 865-523-6827

HELEN ROSS MCNABB C&Y CENTER:

600 Arthur Street, Knoxville, TN 37921

Eve Richards   eve.richards@mcnabb.org

Offers education and support services to first time parents.  A Family Support Worker visits in the home.  Child can stay enrolled in the program until age 5 or they start an educational program like preschool or kindergarten.  The program is free.  Healthy Families provides child development information, positive parenting skills, school readiness, effective discipline, and fun activities.

NEW BEGINNINGS FOR FAMILIES

Sarah Long, LCSW

Services Coordinator for New Beginnings for Families

Helen Ross McNabb Center

Cell: 865-254-6334

Work: 865-524-7483 x 217

New Beginnings In-Home Treatment Services serves Blount and Sevier Counties.  We prioritize DCS families, and we provide A&D treatment, mental health, trauma care, parenting for the parents, and case management for the family.

​PARENTS ANONYMOUS OF TENNESSEE:

1-800-356-6767

Parent helpline—a free 24-hour support line for parents.

MY PEOPLE SENIOR CENTER:

1220 W. Main St., Sevierville, TN 37864

(865) 453-8080

HEALTH CONNECT AMERICA: 

5743 Western Avenue

Knoxville, TN 37921

United States (US)

Phone: 865-247-7045
Fax: 865-249-8458
Email: infoknox@www.healthconnectamerica.com

Kandice Coffey, Director423-8392550

Kandice.coffey@healthconnectamerica.com

Our existing range of programs are meant to help adults, children, adolescents and families find hope and healing from traumatic events. Health Connect America’s programs are designed to address issues like grief, anger management, family issues, and substance use. We offer individuals the support they need and help improve the lives of children, adults, and their families.

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION SERVICES:

Our goal is to ensure Tennesseans of all abilities have the opportunity to reach their full potential as members of our state’s community, workforce and economy. Our Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program, focuses on connecting Tennesseans with disabilities, their advocates and potential employers with resources that pave pathways to employment and elevated levels of independence.

Vocational Rehabilitation serves two groups: 1) Tennesseans with disabilities, including middle and high school age students,  who are ready to prepare for independence through employment and 2) Tennessee business owners, leaders and operators who are ready to elevate their business(es) into workspaces that welcome customers and workers with disabilities.

Darleen Strassner

865-594-9141

Darlene.strassner@tn.gov

​TN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES:

Do you need childcare assistance to maintain employment or pursue post-secondary education?   You may be eligible for Smart Steps Child Care Payment Assistance, if you meet the following eligibility:

Must be employed no less than 30 hours per week or be enrolled and attend a post-secondary education program full time or a combination of employment and post-secondary education.

Must have a child between six (6) weeks through five (5) years old.

Household gross income must be below the 85th percentile of the State Median Income (SMI) for Tennessee.  Please refer to the chart for Household Income Limits table.

The application can be found online at:  http://tn.gov/humanservices/topic/child-care-services.

Once complete, turn the application in to the nearest Tennessee Department of Human Services Child Care Office, found online at: http://tn.gov/humanservices/article/child-care-certificate-program-office-locator.

Find a childcare center near you at:  http://www.tn.gov/humanservices/topic/child-care-services.

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CENTRO HISPANO DE EAST TENNESSEE:

We promote empowerment and civic participation though education, workforce development, youth and family engagement, and community-strengthening initiatives. We are the leading resource for East Tennessee’s Latino Community, and we are the leading resource for East Tennessee regarding the Latino community. Ms. Claudia Caballero, Executive Director, 2455 Sutherland Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37919. 865-522-0052.  http://www.centrohispanotn.org.  Email: info@centrohispano.org.