Tazewell County Public Schools

We want to thank Pow/Mia Memorial Overlook Group, Riding It Forward Inc., Jim and Pat Ray, and Ronnie and Betty Compton for donating this beautiful bench which now sits out in front of Richlands High School. Students from Mr. Robert Steele's masonry class at TCCTC poured the concrete below the bench. They did a fantastic job and we are so thankful for their hard work and Mr. Steele’s instruction. Pictured below in various photos are the masonry students, Mr. Steele, Mr. Smith, RHS Faculty who are veterans, and Mr. and Mrs. Ray.

We are hiring for a school nurse. Apply online: https://tcpsva.schoolspring.com/

Tazewell Bus Changes-3/17/26:

No Bus 20 
Bus 33 will cover Rasnake Road to Dailey's Chapel.
Bus 34 will cover from the Dollar Store to Rasnake Road  (Baptist Valley Road), including Rasnake Road Loop. 
Bus 48 will cover Mundy Town Road. 

Bus Changes-Friday, April 17, 2026:
No bus 30!
Bus 35 will cover from RHS to McDonald's (through town) and behind Ramey's / Rose's.
Bus 64 will cover Lake Park and Hill Creek.

No bus 65!
Bus 1 will cover Bottom Road (from the store to Old Raven Elementary).
Bus 14 will cover York Road.

No Bus 75!
Bus 32 will coverFarmer Street and Christmas Tree Hill.
Bus 74 will cover behind Valero in the Brickyard.

We would like to wish our superintendent, Dr. Stacy, a very Happy Birthday! 🎉🎂

TCCTC masonry students put in a new flagpole at the Tazewell High School softball field! They did an amazing job! 🇺🇸

Tazewell Primary held a Pre-Kindergarten/Head Start registration event on Tuesday, April 14. Community members at over twenty stations shared information, resources, and free materials to families.

Several students and their families presented information highlighting autism for Autism Awareness Month at this week's school board meeting.

Lillian Wimmer was recognized at this week's school board meeting for being nominated to be a state SkillsUSA officer and JVG officer. She will be attending both national competitions as a voting delegate and competitor. Way to go, Lillian!

Graham High School’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Club was recognized by the school board this week after recently traveling to Reston, Virginia, to compete in the State Leadership Conference. The FBLA organization develops leadership, communication, and teamwork skills that are essential for success in the business world. This year, Graham High School senior Elise Jacobs served as the FBLA State President. She presided over the entire conference this past weekend, representing her school with distinction. The following students attended the competition: Sophia Berry Tristan Brown Caleb Cumbow – 5th Place, Future Business Educator Chase Cumbow Cassidy Dixon Maylee Ferguson Hayleigh Fitzpatrick Jonathan Flanagan Zoe France Brogan Gilpin Bronson Gilpin Colton Graham Matthew Graham – 2nd Place, Cyber Security Riley Graham Alana Hamaty Riley Harvey Izzy Hernandez Elise Jacobs – 1st Place, Future Business Leader; recipient of the Michael Mills Learn to Lead Scholarship and the FBLA Who’s Who Scholarship Natalie Justice Gabby Kaklis Evie Kemp Noah Mulkey Dalton Murphy Cadence Owen Gage Palmer Eli Peretti Andrew Poteet Marcus Protti-Lawrence Marley Perdue Rylee Richardson Owen Sagady Shae Scarberry Adysen Smith Alex Spencer Clinton “CJ” Turley Baila Turner Kensley Watkins London Woods Karlie Yos Maddee Young The Graham High School FBLA is sponsored by Dr. Diane Belcher and Mr. Michael Blevins.

The following FBLA students from RMS were recognized by the school board this week I for recently competing at the FBLA Middle School State Leadership Conference: • Aubree Gilbert – Competed in Exploring Professionalism • Abbi Houchins – Competed in Exploring Professionalism • Daniel Smith – Competed in Exploring Computer Science • Caleb Boyd – Competed in Exploring Computer Science • Caden Whitt – Ranked 6th in the state in Exploring Marketing Strategies • Finley Riley – Ranked 6th in the state in Exploring Technology • Marial Hyatt – Ranked 9th in the state in Exploring Agribusiness • Nikki Mullins – Ranked 7th in the state in Exploring Business Concepts • Erin White – Ranked 6th in the state in Exploring Parliamentary Procedures • Aleah Whitt – Ranked 4th in the state in Exploring Accounting and Finance and 6th in Exploring Marketing Strategies • Ella Rae Patton – Ranked 3rd in the state in Exploring Public Speaking Congratulations to all of these students for representing RMS so well! 🎉

We would like to thank the carpentry students at TCCTC under the direction of Mr. Roberts who helped build new steps to the Bulldog Press Box.

SkillsUSA students from TCCTC were recognized at this week’s school board meeting for earning podium medals at the State SkillsUSA competitions. Also, several students qualified for the national SkillsUSA competitions this summer.

🚍 Evening Bus Changes – April 16, 2026

❗ Bus 65 – NOT RUNNING
➡️ Bus 1: Bottom Road to Old Raven Elementary
➡️ Bus 14: York Road Trailer Park

❗ Bus 30 – NOT RUNNING
➡️ Bus 35: From RHS to McDonald’s (through town), behind Ramey’s / Roses
➡️ Bus 64: Lake Park and Hill Creek

❗ Bus 75 – NOT RUNNING
➡️ Bus 32: Farmer Street and Christmas Tree Hill
➡️ Bus 74: Behind Valero in the Brickyard

Please plan accordingly. Thank you!

Tazewell High School's Swim Team was recognized this week at the school board meeting for their strong performance at the state swim meet. Tristan Williams placed 8th in the 500 freestyle and 9th in the 100 freestyle. Maddie Sawyers placed 7th in both the 200 and 500 freestyle events.
Maddie Sawyers, Maddie Nunley, Isabella Akers, and Amber O'Quinn finished 16th in the 200 freestyle relay.
Congrats to the THS swimmers on a great season!

🚌 Bus Changes – April 16, 2026 🚌 Tazewell Area 🚫 No Bus 20 ➡️ Buses 33, 34, and 48 will pick up students Richlands Area 🚫 No Bus 65 ➡️ Buses 1 and 14 will pick up students 🚫 No Bus 30 ➡️ Buses 35 and 64 will pick up students 🚫 No Bus 15 ➡️ Buses 76, 77, and 97 will pick up students ⏰ Please expect slight delays. Thank you for your patience!

The Graham High School boys basketball team was recognized at this week’s school board meeting for their historic Class 2A State Championship. The last time Graham won a state basketball championship was in 1956. After capturing both the regular season and Southwest District Tournament championships, the G-Men faced Wise Central in the Region 2D contest, where they fell 57–64. Undeterred, they entered the state tournament with something to prove. The G-Men traveled to Franklin County to take on Floyd County, securing a hard-fought 59–56 victory to keep their championship hopes alive. That win set up a rematch with Wise Central, and this time, the determined G-Men prevailed, defeating them 52–43 to advance to the State Championship game. The team then traveled to Richmond, where they completed their remarkable run by defeating Central Woodstock to claim the Class 2A State Championship! Congrats to these students and coaches on an outstanding season! 🎉

Richlands High School’s wrestling team was recognized by the school board this week for being the Southwest District Champions and for earning 4th place at the state tournament!

The THS Indoor Track Team was recognized by the school board this week. Drake Young placed 2nd in the 3200m and 6th in the 1600. Leah Keene placed 6th in the Triple Jump. Leah is also the THS nominee for the prestigious Gene “Pappy” Thompson Award given by the Bristol Herald Courier. Congrats! 🎉

At this month’s school board meeting, students from Graham High School who recently traveled to Richmond, Virginia to participate in the Model General Assembly Program were recognized. Since 1871, this program has provided students with a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the democratic process, while strengthening their communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills. It also inspires a lasting commitment to public service and meaningful civic engagement. We are proud of these students for representing their school and community with distinction. The students were led by Mr. Lee Brown and Mr. Matthew Dixon.