1. Sevier County School Calendar 2024-2025

The Sevier County School District has recently released its academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. The newly released calendar outlines important dates and events, including the start and end dates of each semester, school holidays, teacher workdays, and professional development days. This information is crucial to students, parents, and staff as they plan for the upcoming school year and make necessary arrangements.

The school year is set to commence on Monday, August 12, 2024, and conclude on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The first semester will begin on August 12 and end on December 20, 2024, followed by a winter break from December 21, 2024, to January 2, 2025. The second semester will resume on January 3, 2025, and conclude on May 29, 2025. Notably, there will be no school on Labor Day (September 2, 2024), Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024), and the day after Thanksgiving (November 29, 2024). Winter break will be observed from December 21, 2024, to January 2, 2025. Furthermore, Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 20, 2025) and Memorial Day (May 26, 2025) will also be observed as school holidays.

The Sevier County School District recognizes the importance of professional development for its staff. To facilitate this, several teacher workdays and professional development days have been scheduled throughout the school year. These days provide opportunities for teachers to engage in training, collaboration, and planning, ultimately enhancing their effectiveness in the classroom. The first teacher workday is scheduled for August 9, 2024, followed by additional workdays on August 11, 2024, October 14, 2024, January 6, 2025, and April 14, 2025. Professional development days will be held on August 10, 2024, October 15, 2024, January 7, 2025, and April 15, 2025. By incorporating these dedicated days into the calendar, the school district demonstrates its commitment to providing its educators with the necessary support and resources to excel in their roles.

Quarter and Semester Schedules

The Sevier County School District offers both quarter and semester schedules for the 2024-2025 school year. Quarter schedules divide the school year into four equal terms, while semester schedules divide the year into two longer terms.

Quarter Schedules

Quarter schedules are typically used in elementary and middle schools. Each quarter is approximately nine weeks in length, with four quarters per school year. Students typically have the same teachers for all subjects during each quarter.

Advantages of Quarter Schedules

Students can focus on a smaller number of subjects at a time.
Teachers have more time to build relationships with students.
Students have more opportunities to receive feedback on their work.

Semester Schedules

Semester schedules are typically used in high schools. Each semester is approximately 18 weeks in length, with two semesters per school year. Students typically have different teachers for each subject during each semester.

Advantages of Semester Schedules

Students can take a wider variety of courses.
Students can focus on fewer subjects at a time.
Students have more time to complete projects and assignments.

Quarter Schedule	Semester Schedule
4 quarters per school year	2 semesters per school year
Approximately 9 weeks per quarter	Approximately 18 weeks per semester
Students typically have the same teachers for all subjects during each quarter	Students typically have different teachers for each subject during each semester

Teacher Workdays and Planning Days

Teacher Workdays

Teacher workdays are non-instructional days set aside for teachers to prepare for the upcoming school year. During these days, teachers engage in activities such as curriculum planning, professional development, and classroom organization.

In Sevier County, teacher workdays typically occur at the beginning and end of each semester.

Planning Days

Planning days are similar to teacher workdays but are generally shorter in duration. They are typically scheduled throughout the school year to provide teachers with time to collaborate, plan lessons, and assess student progress.

2024-2025 Teacher Workdays and Planning Days

The following table lists the scheduled teacher workdays and planning days for the 2024-2025 school year in Sevier County:

Date	Type
August 6, 2024	Teacher Workday
August 7, 2024	Teacher Workday
August 8, 2024	Teacher Workday
October 14, 2024	Planning Day
January 6, 2025	Teacher Workday
January 7, 2025	Planning Day
March 10, 2025	Planning Day
May 29, 2025	Teacher Workday
May 30, 2025	Planning Day

Please note that these dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the Sevier County Schools website.

District Assessment and Testing Dates

The Sevier County School District uses various assessments and tests to measure student progress and inform instructional decisions. Here is a tentative schedule of assessment and testing dates for the 2024-2025 school year:

Fall Semester

Assessment/Test	Grade Levels	Dates
TNNT (Tennessee New Teacher Network)	K-2	October 10-11, 2024
TNReady Interim Assessment	3-8	October 28-November 1, 2024
TNNT (Tennessee New Teacher Network)	K-2	January 9-10, 2025

Spring Semester

Assessment/Test	Grade Levels	Dates
TNReady Interim Assessment	3-8	March 10-14, 2025
TNReady Summative Assessment	3-8, 11	May 5-16, 2025
End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments	High School	May 19-23, 2025

Please note that this schedule is subject to change. Families and students should consult with their school or the district website for the most up-to-date information.

Graduation and End-of-Year Events

The Sevier County School District celebrates the accomplishments of its graduating seniors with an annual graduation ceremony. The ceremony is typically held in late May or early June at The Smokies Stadium.

Graduation Ceremony

The graduation ceremony is a formal event that includes the presentation of diplomas, speeches by students and administrators, and musical performances. Graduates are expected to dress in formal attire and arrive at the stadium on time.

Senior Recognition Night

Before the graduation ceremony, the district hosts a Senior Recognition Night to honor the academic and extracurricular achievements of graduating seniors. Students are recognized for their accomplishments in areas such as academics, athletics, arts, and community service.

End-of-Year Banquets and Awards

Each school in the district holds an end-of-year banquet to celebrate the accomplishments of its students. Awards are presented to students who have excelled in academics, extracurricular activities, and other areas.

Field Day and Fun Day Activities

Many schools in the district organize end-of-year Field Day and Fun Day activities for students. These events provide an opportunity for students to engage in games, competitions, and other fun activities before the school year ends.

Academic Awards and Scholarships

The Sevier County School District recognizes outstanding academic achievement with a variety of awards and scholarships. Students who excel in academics may be eligible for scholarships from the district, local businesses, and community organizations.

Summer Enrichment Programs

The school district offers a variety of summer enrichment programs for students who want to continue learning during the summer months. These programs include academic courses, STEM activities, and creative arts workshops.

Summer Break

Summer break for Sevier County Schools typically begins in late May or early June and ends in early August. During summer break, students are encouraged to participate in enrichment activities, travel, and spend time with family and friends.

Event	Date
Graduation Ceremony	Late May/Early June
Senior Recognition Night	Before Graduation Ceremony
End-of-Year Banquets and Awards	End of May
Field Day and Fun Day Activities	End of School Year
Academic Awards and Scholarships	Throughout the Year
Summer Enrichment Programs	June-July
Summer Break	Late May/Early June – Early August

Sevier County School Calendar 2024-2025

The Sevier County School District has released its academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. The calendar includes the start and end dates for the school year, as well as important dates such as holidays and breaks. The school year will begin on Monday, August 5, 2024, and will end on Friday, May 22, 2025. There will be a total of 180 school days during the year.

The calendar also includes several breaks throughout the year, including a fall break from October 14-18, 2024, a winter break from December 23, 2024-January 3, 2025, and a spring break from March 17-21, 2025. There will also be several holidays observed during the school year, including Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.