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KCS COVID-19 Update: 189 active cases reported

This story will be updated regularly with new information on students and teachers who have been diagnosed with COVID-19.
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FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2021, file photo, wearing masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19, elementary school students line up to enter school for the first day of classes in Richardson, Texas.

KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. — As of August 23, 2021, Knox County Schools has once again begun reporting COVID-19 data daily here, but is only releasing information about active cases.

After state leaders approved of making school-level COVID data public, officials with Knox County Schools said that a new dashboard showing this data would be published Sept., 14.

In a release, officials listed some factors parents should keep in mind:

  • The dashboard does not include COVID-19 data for Pre-K students or staff;
  • Because of its limited enrollment, data from the Fort Sanders Educational Development Center will not be included;
  • All data will be reported in ranges, in order to protect individual privacy. In addition, any school that has a student population of 250 or less will start at a case range of equal to or less than 15; and
  • Absences reported for each school are total numbers and are not limited to COVID-related absences.

The information gives information about the number of students and staff absent at particular schools across the district, as well as the number of active cases at different schools.

Before moving to school-by-school numbers, officials released a statement in regards to its COVID-19 dashboard data on Sept. 8. 

KCS said that it is working with the Knox County Health Department to compile the numbers and share them with the public. 

According to the statement, the number of active cases on the dashboard only represents the number of case subjects interviewed by KCHD. KCHD only receives school-level information from case subjects that complete a case investigation form. 

The form is used to confirm that a case subject is a KCS student/staff member.

When cases are reported to public health, KCHD only receives basic information, such as the name, age, and some contact information. 

KCHD must then determine if they are a KCS student. 

The only way for public health to know which school a student attends (or whether they are in public, private, or homeschool, for example) is to gather that information through a case investigation form.

Due to the immense volume of cases statewide, there may be delays at every stage of the process, including:

  • A delay for individuals who are seeking a test, which often takes several days
  • How long it takes for a lab to process the results
  • The time it takes for information to be sent to public health officials, which currently takes several days
  • The time needed for public health officials to make contact with the individual. Acknowledging these factors, by the time some case subjects are interviewed, their case may exceed the 10-day symptom onset date, which is how KCS classifies an active case

KCS said that KCHD is not able to collect information on every individual that is 5-17 years old. 

Officials said that in some cases, parents may not be able to respond to texts or calls; KCHD may not have accurate contact information, or the case may not be reported to public health officials. 

In any health emergency, it is expected that public health officials will not be able to reach all case subjects. The current volume statewide only exacerbates this, officials said.

"The goal of Knox County Schools is to provide accurate and timely information regarding COVID-19 cases within our district, and we are working to enhance our dashboard with school-specific data," KCS said.

KCS is urging families to take the following actions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to support in-person learning:

  • Provide relevant information to contact-tracing officials from KCHD
  • Make sure that students stay home when they are sick and when they are asked to isolate / quarantine by public health
  • Ensure that eligible family members are vaccinated
  • Consider the use of masks for students who attend school in person.

This story will be updated weekly.

You can get information on all East Tennessee school systems here.

October 7, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 189 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 167 cases were reported in the student population and 22 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

October 6, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 212 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 186 cases were reported in the student population and 26 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

October 5, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 211 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 180 cases were reported in the student population and 31 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

October 4, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 213 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 175 cases were reported in the student population and 38 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

October 1, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 275 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 227 cases were reported in the student population and 48 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 30, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 281 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 234 cases were reported in the student population and 47 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 29, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 269 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 229 cases were reported in the student population and 40 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 28, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 258 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 221 cases were reported in the student population and 37 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 27, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 214 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 194 cases were reported in the student population and 20 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 24, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 330 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 297 cases were reported in the student population and 33 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 23, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 359 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 326 cases were reported in the student population and 33 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 22, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 345 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 312 cases were reported in the student population and 33 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 21, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 343 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 301 cases were reported in the student population and 42 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 20, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 335 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 294 cases were reported in the student population and 41 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 17, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 442 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 392 cases were reported in the student population and 50 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 16, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 442 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 390 cases were reported in the student population and 52 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 15, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 404 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 347 cases were reported in the student population and 57 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 14, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 363 active COVID-19 cases.

Officials said that 298 cases were reported in the student population and 65 cases were reported among staff.

They also released information about COVID-19 in specific schools across the district, updating the amount of data through the dashboard. More information about the update is available at the top of this story.

September 13, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 375 active COVID cases.

300 cases were reported in the student population and 75 cases were reported among staff.

September 10, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 484 active COVID cases.

388 cases were reported in the student population and 96 cases were reported among staff.

September 9, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a total of 485 active COVID cases.

395 cases were reported in the student population and 90 cases were reported among staff.

September 8, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a significant increase in the number of COVID-19 cases across the school district on Wednesday.

They said the total number of active cases rose to 746, with 594 cases in the student population and 152 cases among staff.

September 7, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a significant decrease in the number of COVID-19 cases across the school district on Tuesday.

They said the total number of active cases fell to 331, with 277 cases in the student population and 54 cases among staff. A spokesperson specified that those numbers include cases at Central High School and Austin-East Magnet High School, despite the schools moving to virtual learning.

Despite the report, the Tennessee Department of Health said that 1,341 school-aged children tested positive for COVID-19 in Knox County.

The student attendance rate was 87.8%, while the staff attendance rate was 91.4%.

September 3, 2021

Knox County Schools reported another decrease in the number of COVID-19 cases across the school district on Friday.

They said the total number of active cases fell to 679, with 594 cases in the student population and 85 cases among staff.

September 2, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a decrease of more than 150 cases on Thursday after educators decided not to require masks in schools.

They said the total number of active cases fell to 734, with 663 cases in the student population and 71 cases among staff.

September 1, 2021

Knox County Schools reported an increase of nearly 200 cases on Wednesday, while educators discussed COVID-19 safety measures in a special meeting.

They said the total number of active cases rose to 890, with 750 cases in the student population and 140 cases among staff.

August 31, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a significant drop in the number of total active cases on Tuesday, falling by more than 200 to 691. They said there were 596 active cases among students and 95 cases among staff members.

The drop brings the number of cases back down to around Thursday's case numbers, significantly below the record-high set on Monday.

August 30, 2021

Knox County Schools is reporting a total of 923 active COVID cases, 816 are students and 107 staff.

According to KCS, nearly 1 in 5 students did not show up for school on Monday.

August 27, 2021

Active COVID-19 cases in Knox County Schools continued to soar to new pandemic highs after KCS said 1 in 7 students did not attend class Thursday. 

KCS reported a total of 905 active cases in schools, including 807 students and 98 staff on Friday. It is an increase of 193 active cases in a single day.

The previous record number of active cases was broken just two days before on Wednesday and set again on Thursday. Friday's numbers set another new record.

School leaders said they called a special meeting to discuss COVID-19 policies. They will meet on Sept. 1, before their regular work session meeting. Around 15.7% of students missed school on Friday, officials said.

August 26, 2021

Active COVID-19 cases in Knox County Schools continued to soar to new pandemic highs after KCS said 1 in 7 students did not attend class Thursday. 

KCS reported a total of 712 active cases in schools, including 648 students and 64 staff. It is an increase of 111 active cases in a single day, mostly among students.

The previous record number of active cases was broken just the day before when education officials reported a total of 601 cases.

KCS reported the attendance rate at schools was 85.8% out of the roughly 61,000 students in the district, meaning more than 8,600 students were absent.

August 25, 2021

Knox County Schools reported a major surge in new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, bringing the total number of active cases far beyond records set during the worst of the winter surge.

KCS reported a total of 601 active cases in schools, including 534 students and 67 staff. The number of students actively infected with COVID-19 nearly tripled from 217 just two days ago, and the number of staff jumped from 2 active cases to 65.

This number is more than double the previous high of 277 active cases KCS reported on January 15.

August 23, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 221 active cases of COVID-19 in the school system on the first day it resumed reporting data.

Nearly all of those cases -- 219 in total -- are students. As of Monday, only two staff members were reported to be actively infected with COVID-19.

The number of active cases reported more than doubled for students in less than a week based on KCS' data. On August 17, the school system recorded 79 active student cases. Three days later on Friday, August 20, that number more than doubled to 178. Since the weekend, more than 40 more students have tested positive.

For comparison, the last time active cases began to rise to this level was at the start of the winter surge in early December following Thanksgiving break -- however the rise then was not as rapid. Active cases in Knox County schools hit their highest levels at the peak of the winter surge on January 15 at 277 before receding.  

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April 23, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 52 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 44 active cases among students and 8 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 650 people in quarantine or isolation, including 621 students and 29 staff.

3,635 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "red." School staff attendance, bus services, student attendance and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 22, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 55 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 46 active cases among students and 9 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 685 people in quarantine or isolation, including 650 students and 35 staff.

3,632 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "red." School staff attendance, bus services, student attendance and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 21, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 52 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 43 active cases among students and 9 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 632 people in quarantine or isolation, including 601 students and 31 staff.

3,627 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "red." School staff attendance, bus services, student attendance and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 20, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 48 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 40 active cases among students and 8 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 574 people in quarantine or isolation, including 544 students and 30 staff.

3,623 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "red." School staff attendance was listed as "yellow." Bus services, student attendance and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 19, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 46 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 41 active cases among students and 5 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 602 people in quarantine or isolation, including 575 students and 27 staff.

3,618 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "red." School staff attendance was listed as "yellow." Bus services, student attendance and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 16, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 43 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 39 active cases among students and 4 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 556 people in quarantine or isolation, including 527 students and 29 staff.

3,608 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "red." School staff attendance was listed as "yellow." Bus services, student attendance and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 15, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 47 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 43 active cases among students and 4 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 471 people in quarantine or isolation, including 444 students and 27 staff.

3,600 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, bus services, student attendance, substitute availability and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 14, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 47 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 44 active cases among students and 3 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 448 people in quarantine or isolation, including 424 students and 24 staff.

3,592 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff attendance was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, bus services, student attendance, substitute availability and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 11, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 40 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 37 active cases among students and 3 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 356 people in quarantine or isolation, including 334 students and 22 staff.

3,532 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the student attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green." Custodial support staff attendance was listed as "red."

April 10, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 37 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 33 active cases among students and 4 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 303 people in quarantine or isolation, including 282 students and 21 staff.

3,589 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the student attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green." Custodial support staff attendance was listed as "red."

April 9, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 34 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 25 active cases among students and 9 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 356 people in quarantine or isolation, including 325 students and 31 staff.

3,579 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the student attendance and substitute availability metrics were listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green." Custodial support staff attendance was listed as "red."

April 8, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 33 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 24 active cases among students and 9 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 348 people in quarantine or isolation, including 316 students and 32 staff.

3,574 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff and substitute availability metrics were listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 7, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 36 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 26 active cases among students and 10 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 349 people in quarantine or isolation, including 315 students and 34 staff.

3,566 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, the custodial support staff and substitute availability metrics were listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 6, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 31 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 23 active cases among students and 8 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 320 people in quarantine or isolation, including 288 students and 32 staff.

3,565 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, substitute availability was listed as "red." The custodial support staff metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 5, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 24 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 27 active cases among students and 7 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 325 people in quarantine or isolation, including 304 students and 21 staff.

3,563 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, substitute availability was listed as "red." The custodial support staff metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

April 1, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 48 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 40 active cases among students and 8 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 544 people in quarantine or isolation, including 510 students and 34 staff.

3,535 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, substitute availability was listed as "red." The custodial support staff metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

March 31, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 43 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 34 active cases among students and 9 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 450 people in quarantine or isolation, including 414 students and 36 staff.

3,530 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, substitute availability was listed as "red." The custodial support staff metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

March 30, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 45 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 33 active cases among students and 12 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 450 people in quarantine or isolation, including 408 students and 42 staff.

3,523 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, substitute availability was listed as "red." The custodial support staff metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

March 26, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 56 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 43 active cases among students and 13 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 428 people in quarantine or isolation, including 392 students and 36 staff.

3,501 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff was listed as "red." The substitute availability metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

March 25, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 51 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 39 active cases among students and 12 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 321 people in quarantine or isolation, including 289 students and 32 staff.

3,498 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff was listed as "red." The substitute availability metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

March 24, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 47 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 36 active cases among students and 11 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 270 people in quarantine or isolation, including 239 students and 31 staff.

3,496 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff was listed as "red." The substitute availability metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

March 23, 2021

Knox County Schools is reporting COVID-19 data again following spring break, reported 48 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 38 active cases among students and 10 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 233 people in quarantine or isolation, including 203 students and 30 staff.

3,493 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff was listed as "red." The substitute availability metric was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics were "green."

March 22, 2021

Knox County Schools is reporting COVID-19 data again following spring break, reported 31 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 24 active cases among students and 7 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 199 people in quarantine or isolation, including 173 students and 26 staff.

3,487 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff was listed as "red." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support and substitute availability metrics were "green."

March 19, 2021

Due to Spring Break, COVID -19 data was not collected and therefore some data was missing.

March 18, 2021

Due to Spring Break, COVID -19 data was not collected and therefore some data was missing.

March 17, 2021

Due to Spring Break, COVID -19 data was not collected and therefore some data was missing.

March 16, 2021

Due to Spring Break, COVID -19 data was not collected and therefore some data was missing.

March 15, 2021

Due to Spring Break, COVID -19 data was not collected and therefore some data was missing.

March 12, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 73 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 60 active cases among students and 13 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 799 people in quarantine or isolation, including 734 students and 65 staff.

3,412 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 11, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 72 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 57 active cases among students and 15 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 918 people in quarantine or isolation, including 843 students and 75 staff.

3,406 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 10, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 75 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 58 active cases among students and 17 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 917 people in quarantine or isolation, including 843 students and 74 staff.

3,397 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 9, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 75 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 54 active cases among students and 21 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 823 people in quarantine or isolation, including 746 students and 77 staff.

3,390 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff was listed as "red." Substitute availability was listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 8, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 73 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 55 active cases among students and 18 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 868 people in quarantine or isolation, including 792 students and 76 staff.

3,382 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability were listed as "red." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 5, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 70 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 50 active cases among students and 20 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 794 people in quarantine or isolation, including 717 students and 77 staff.

3,358 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability were listed as "red." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 4, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 74 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 53 active cases among students and 21 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 934 in quarantine or isolation, including 846 students and 88 staff.

3,347 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability were listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 3, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 68 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 40 active cases among students and 18 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 870 in quarantine or isolation, including 788 students and 82 staff.

3,332 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability were listed as "yellow." School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 2, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 66 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 47 active cases among students and 19 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 775 in quarantine or isolation, including 691 students and 84 staff.

3,337 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability were listed as "red." School staff attendance was listed at "yellow" while the student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

March 1, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 72 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 55 active cases among students and 22 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 843 in quarantine or isolation, including 768 students and 75 staff.

3,319 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability were listed as "red." School staff attendance was listed at "yellow" while the student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 26, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 88 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 66 active cases among students and 22 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 907 in quarantine or isolation, including 822 students and 85 staff.

3,283 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute availability were listed as "red." School staff attendance was listed at "yellow" while the student attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 25, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 91 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 67 active cases among students and 24 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 857 in quarantine or isolation, including 770 students and 77 staff.

3,274 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, substitute availability was listed as "red." Custodial support staff was listed at "yellow" while the school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 24, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 90 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 66 active cases among students and 24 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 850 in quarantine or isolation, including 772 students and 78 staff.

3,267 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "yellow" while the school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 23, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 97 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 72 active cases among students and 25 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 752 in quarantine or isolation, including 670 students and 82 staff.

3,248 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "yellow" while the school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 22, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 93 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 67 active cases among students and 26 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 921 in quarantine or isolation, including 844 students and 77 staff.

3,236 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "yellow" while the school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 19, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 137 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 106 active cases among students and 31 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 1,404 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,304 students and 100 staff.

3,169 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "yellow" while the school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 18, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 132 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 102 active cases among students and 30 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 1,475 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,348 students and 127 staff.

3,155 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "yellow" while the school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 17, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 141 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 110 active cases among students and 31 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 1,483 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,349 students and 134 staff.

3,139 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "yellow" while the school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 16, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 121 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 90 active cases among students and 31 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 1,350 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,219 students and 131 staff.

3,124 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "red" while the school staff attendance metric is at "yellow." Student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 15, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 142 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 105 active cases among students and 37 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 1,649 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,488 students and 161 staff.

3,088 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "red" while the school staff attendance metric is at "yellow." Student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 10, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 183 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported 130 active cases among students and 53 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 1,894 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,708 students and 186 staff.

2,985 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "red" while the school staff attendance metric is at "yellow." Student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 9, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 170 total active cases of COVID-19, down 5 from Monday. The district reported 125 active cases among students and 45 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 1,663 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,508 students and 155 staff.

2,049 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "red" while the school staff attendance metric is at "yellow." Student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 8, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 175 total active cases of COVID-19, down 16 from Friday. The district reported 127 active cases among students and 48 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 1,915 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,724 students and 191 staff.

2,935 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "red" while the school staff attendance metric is at "yellow." Student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 5, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 191 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 3 from Thursday. The district reported 138 active cases among students and 53 among staff members.

As of Friday, there were 2,098 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,879 students and 219 staff.

2,863 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, custodial support staff and substitute available are listed at "red" while the school staff attendance metric is at "yellow." Student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 4, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 188 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 1 from Wednesday. The district reported 136 active cases among students and 52 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 2,163 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,944 students and 219 staff.

2,838 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial support staff is at "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 3, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 187 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 17 from Tuesday. The district reported 134 active cases among students and 53 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 2,063 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,849 students and 214 staff.

2,826 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial support staff is at "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 2, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 170 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 10 from Monday. The district reported 119 active cases among students and 51 among staff members.

As of Tuesday, there were 1,811 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,612 students and 199 staff.

2,805 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial support staff is at "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Feb. 1, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 160 total active cases of COVID-19, down significantly from last week. The district reported 111 active cases among students and 49 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 1,713 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,521 students and 192 staff.

2,778 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial support staff is at "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 28, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 225 total active cases of COVID-19, a slight increase from Wednesday. The district reported 177 active cases among students and 48 among staff members.

As of Thursday, there were 2,261 in quarantine or isolation, including 2,074 students and 187 staff.

2,645 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial support staff has improved to "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 27, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 219 total active cases of COVID-19, a slight increase from Tuesday. The district reported 168 active cases among students and 51 among staff members.

As of Wednesday, there were 2,140 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,960 students and 180 staff.

2,630 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability and custodial staff attendance. School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 26, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 203 total active cases of COVID-19, a slight increase from Monday. The district reported 152 active cases among students and 51 among staff members.

As of Tuesday there were 2,006 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,837 students and 169 staff.

2,619 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability and custodial staff attendance. School staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 25, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 188 total active cases of COVID-19, trending down from Friday, when the number was 230. The district reported 136 active cases among students and 52 among staff members.

As of Monday, there were 1,767 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,585 students and 182 staff.

2,593 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance has deteoriated to "red" again, but school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 22, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 230 total active cases of COVID-19, trending down this week and from Friday, when the number was 277. The district reported 161 active cases among students and 62 staff members.

As of Friday, there are now 2,281 in quarantine or isolation, including 1,863 students and 207 staff.

2,395 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance is "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 20, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 223 total active cases of COVID-19. The district reported Wednesday 169 active cases among students and 61 staff members.

As of Wednesday, there are now 2,240 in quarantine or isolation, including 2,002 students and 238 staff.

2,483 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance is "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 15, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 277 total active cases of COVID-19, up 3 from Wednesday. 213 of the cases were students and 64 were staff members.

As of Friday, there are now 2,702 in quarantine or isolation. At least 2,444 students are in quarantine/isolation, up by more than 218 from yesterday. A total of 258 staff are in isolation or quarantine -- down by 10.

2,262 students and teachers have recovered -- up by 32.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance is "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 14, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 274 total active cases of COVID-19, up 23 from Wednesday. 207 of the cases were students and 67 were staff members.

As of Thursday, there are now 2,494 in quarantine or isolation. At least 2,226 students are in quarantine/isolation, up by more than 300 again from yesterday. A total of 268 staff are in isolation or quarantine -- up by nearly 40.

2,230 students and teachers have recovered -- up by 25.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance is "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

Jan. 13, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 251 total active cases of COVID-19, up from Tuesday. 189 of the cases were students and 62 were staff members.

As of Wednesday, there are now 2,112 in quarantine or isolation. At least 1,882 students are in quarantine/isolation, up by more than 300 from yesterday. A total of 230 staff are in isolation or quarantine -- down by 1.

2,205 students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance is "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

January 12, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 234 total active cases of COVID-19. 169 of the cases were students and 65 were staff members.

As of Tuesday, students in quarantine or isolation rose significantly. There are now at least 1,552 students in quarantine/isolation, up by more than 500 from yesterday.

A total of 231 staff are in isolation or quarantine -- up by 22.

2,182  students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance is "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

January 11, 2021

Knox County Schools reported 202 total active cases of COVID-19. 141 of the cases were students and 61 were staff members.

At the start of the spring semester, there are 1,049 students and 209 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 1,258.

More than 2,100 total students and teachers have recovered.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" for substitute availability. Custodial staff attendance is "yellow," and school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 18

Knox County Schools reported 177 total active cases of COVID-19. 85 of the cases were students and 92 were staff members.

There are now a total of 1,430 students and 222 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 1,652.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (15%-20% absent/vacant ) for cafeteria support and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 17

Knox County Schools reported 201 total active cases of COVID-19. 105 of the cases were students and 96 were staff members.

There are now a total of 1,718 students and 231 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 1,949.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant ) for cafeteria support and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 16

Knox County Schools reported 186 total active cases of COVID-19. 113 of the cases were students and 73 were staff members.

There are now a total of 1,727 students and 197 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 1,924.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant ) for cafeteria support and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 15

Knox County Schools reported 188 total active cases of COVID-19. 114 of the cases were students and 74 were staff members.

There are now a total of 1,724 students and 201 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 1,925

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 14

Knox County Schools reported 194 total active cases of COVID-19. 129 of the cases were students and 65 were staff members.

There are now a total of 2,012 students and 247 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,259.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 9

Knox County Schools reported 243 total active cases of COVID-19. 159 of the cases were students and 84 were staff members.

There are now a total of 2,306 students and 343 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,649.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 9

Knox County Schools reported 243 total active cases of COVID-19. 159 of the cases were students and 84 were staff members.

There are now a total of 2,306 students and 343 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,649.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 8

Knox County Schools reported 244 total active cases of COVID-19. 165 of the cases were students and 79 were staff members.

There are now a total of 2,514 students and 342 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,856.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 7

Knox County Schools reported 235 total active cases of COVID-19. 161 of the cases were students and 74 were staff.

There are now a total of 2,399 students and 324 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,723.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 4

Knox County Schools reported 215 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 27 from yesterday. 139 of the cases were students and 70 were staff.

There are now a total of 2,220 students and 300 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,520.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 3

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 217 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 27 from yesterday. 147 of the cases were students and 70 were staff.

There are now a total of 2,220 students and 300 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,520.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric returned to "green." The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 2

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 190 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 4 from yesterday. 130 of the cases were students and 60 were staff.

There are now a total of 2,247 students and 275 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,522.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

December 1

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 186 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 22 from yesterday. 124 of the cases were students and 62 were staff.

There are now a total of 2,162 students and 264 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,426.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 30

Knox County Schools resumed collecting COVID-19 data on Monday following Thanksgiving break. The district reported 164 total active cases of COVID-19, 111 of the cases were students and 53 were staff. 

There are now a total of 1,927 students and 233 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,160.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 24

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 150 total active cases of COVID-19, up by 11 from yesterday. 108 of the cases were students, and 42 were staff.

There are now a total of 2,231 students and 288 staff in isolation or quarantine -- a total of 2,519.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The student attendance, bus services, cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 23

On Monday Knox County Schools reported 139 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 93 students and 46 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,951 students and 300 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 2,251 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green." The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant).

November 20

On Friday, Knox County Schools reported 139 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 93 students and 46 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,866 students and 279 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 2,145 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green." The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant).

November 19

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 135 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 89 students and 46 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,866 students and 279 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 2,145 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green." The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant).

November 18

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 124 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 79 students and 45 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,708 students and 256 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,964 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green." The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant).

November 17

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 111 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 72 students and 39 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,528 students and 222 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,750 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green." The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant).

November 16

On Monday, Knox County Schools reported 111 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 74 students and 37 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,520 students and 213 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,733 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green." The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant).

November 13

On Friday, Knox County Schools reported 97 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 67 students and 30 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,366 students and 168 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,534 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green." The school staff attendance metric was "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant).

November 12

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 88 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 62 students and 26 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,287 students and 161 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,448 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 11

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 79 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 63 students and 16 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,328 students and 134 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,462 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 10

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 78 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 58 students and 20 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,326 students and 144 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,470 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 9

On Monday, Knox County Schools reported 82 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 64 students and 18 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,437 students and 152 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,589 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 4

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 74 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 51 students and 23 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,160 students and 146 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,306 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

November 3

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 75 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 55 students and 20 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,160 students and 143 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,303 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 29

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 65 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 41 students and 24 staff have active cases.

There are now 880 students and 121 staff embers in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,001 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "yellow " (15%-20% absent/vacant) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 28

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 65 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 41 students and 24 staff have active cases.

There are now 823 students and 114 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 937 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability. Metrics for custodial staff was at "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 27

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 72 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 45 students and 27 staff have active cases.

There are now 794 students and 115 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 909 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability. Metrics for custodial staff was at "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 26

On Monday, Knox County Schools reported 64 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 39 students and 25 staff have active cases.

There are now 582 students and 94 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 676 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Metrics for school staff attendance was at "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 23

On Friday, Knox County Schools reported 77 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 46 students and 31 staff have active cases.

There are now 501 students and 111 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 612 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Metrics for school staff attendance was at "yellow" (15%-20% absent/vacant). The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 22

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 79 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 49 students and 30 staff have active cases.

There are now 504 students and 90 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 594 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant ) for school staff attendance. Substitute availability and custodial staff was at  The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 21

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 78 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 51 students and 27 staff have active cases.

There are now 477 students and 80 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 577 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant ) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Metrics for school staff attendance was at "green". The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 20

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 69 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 46 students and 17 staff have active cases.

There are now 395 students and 59 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 454 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant ) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Metrics for school staff attendance was at "green". The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 19

On Monday, Knox County Schools reported 69 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 49 students and 20 staff have active cases.

There are now 452 students and 66 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 518 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Metrics for school staff attendance was at "green". The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 17

Due to Fall Break, the dashboard will be updated at 4 pm on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020.

October 16

Due to Fall Break, the dashboard will be updated at 4 pm on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020.

October 15 

Due to Fall Break, the dashboard will be updated at 4 pm on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020.

October 14

Due to Fall Break, the dashboard will be updated at 4 pm on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020.

October 13

Due to Fall Break, the dashboard will be updated at 4 pm on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020.

October 9

On Friday, Knox County Schools reported 53 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 33 students and 20 staff have active cases.

There are now 716 students and 99 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 815 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Metrics for school staff attendance was at "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant). The bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 8

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 53 total active COVID-19 cases — down by 2 from Wednesday. Officials said that 37 students and 16 staff have active cases.

There are now 841 students and 93 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 934 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 7

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 55 total active COVID-19 cases — down by 4 from Tuesday. Officials said that 36 students and 19 staff have active cases.

There are now 919 students and 111 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,030 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 6

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 59 total active COVID-19 cases — up by 6 from Monday. Officials said that 38 students and 21 staff have active cases.

There are now 939 students and 116 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,055 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance, bus services and cafeteria support metrics remain "green."

October 5

On Monday, Knox County Schools reported 53 total active COVID-19 cases — down by 7 from Friday. Officials said that 30 students and 23 staff have active cases.

There are now 940 students and 129 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,069 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance is also now at yellow (15-20% absent/vacant).  Bus services and cafeteria support remain "green."

October 2

On Friday, Knox County Schools reported 60 total active COVID-19 cases — down by 5 from Thursday. Officials said that 37 students and 23 staff have active cases.

There are now 944 students and 118 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,062 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. The school staff attendance is also now at yellow (15-20% absent/vacant).  Bus services and cafeteria support remain "green."

October 1

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 65 total active COVID-19 cases. Officials said that 41 students and 24 staff have active cases.

There are now 947 students and 1117 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,064 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 30

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 65 total active COVID-19 cases — up by 4 from Tuesday. Officials said that 42 students and 23 staff have active cases.

There are now 912 students and 123 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,035 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 29

On Tuesday, Knox County Schools reported 61 total active COVID-19 cases — down by 4 from Monday. Officials said that 41 students and 20 staff have active cases.

There are now 890 students and 112 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,002 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County shows "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 28

On Monday, Knox County Schools reported 65 total active COVID-19 cases -- down by 2 from Friday. Officials said that 46 students and 19 staff have active cases.

There are now 921 students and 107 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,028 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability. The custodial staff remains at yellow (15-20% absent/vacant). Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 25

On Friday, Knox County Schools reported 67 total active COVID-19 cases -- up by 1 from Thursday. Officials said that 50 students and 17 staff have active cases.

There are now 962 students and 108 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,070 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability. The custodial staff remains at yellow (15-20% absent/vacant). Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 24

On Thursday, Knox County Schools reported 66 total active COVID-19 cases -- up by 8 from Wednesday. Officials said that 50 students and 16 staff have active cases.

There are now 990 students and 101 staff members in quarantine or isolation, for a total of 1,091 people in isolation or quarantine.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability. The custodial staff remains at yellow (15-20% absent/vacant). Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 23

On Wednesday, Knox County Schools reported 58 total active COVID-19 cases -- up by 14 from Tuesday, tying the highest level of total active cases on September 10 and becoming the second-highest single-day jump since August 31. 45 students and 13 staff have active cases.

There are now 1,004 students and 91 staff members in quarantine or isolation, up by nearly 120 from yesterday to a total of 1,095. 

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability. The custodial staff remains at yellow (15-20% absent/vacant). Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 22

On Tuesday, KCS reported 44 total active cases, including 33 students and 11 staff members. That represents a drop from over the weekend.

There are 908 students and 71 staff members in quarantine or isolation for a total of 979.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability. The custodial staff has moved to yellow (15-20% absent/vacant). Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 21

On Monday, KCS reported 45 total active cases, including 35 students and 10 staff members. That represents a drop from over the weekend.

There are 905 students and 70 staff members in quarantine or isolation for a total of 975.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County continues to show "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 20

On Sunday, KCS reported 52 total active cases, including 43 students and 9 staff members. There are 942 students and 66 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 1,008.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 19

On Saturday, KCS reported 52 total active cases, including 43 students and 9 staff members. There are 942 students and 66 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 1,008.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 18

On Friday, KCS reported 52 total active cases, including 43 students and 9 staff members. There are 942 students and 66 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 1,008.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability and custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 17

On Thursday, KCS reported 48 total active cases, including 39 students and 9 staff members. There are 867 students and 70 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 937.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 16

On Wednesday, KCS reported 47 total active cases, including 38 students and 9 staff members. There are 842 students and 60 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 902.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 15

On Tuesday, KCS reported 42 total active cases, including 33 students and 9 staff members. There are 843 students and 65 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 908.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 12

On Saturday, KCS reported 55 total active cases, including 40 students and 15 staff members. There are 787 students and 76 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 863.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 11

On Friday, KCS reported 55 total active cases, including 40 students and 15 staff members. There are 787 students and 76 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 863.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 10

On Thursday, KCS reported 58 total active cases, including 41 students and 17 staff members. There are 792 students and 79 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 871.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 9

On Wednesday, KCS reported 54 total active cases, including 38 students and 16 staff members. There are 747 students and 76 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 823.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 8

On Tuesday, KCS reported 50 total active cases, including 34 students and 16 staff members. There are 573 students and 89 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 662.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 7

On Monday, KCS reported 50 total active cases, including 34 students and 16 staff members. There are 573 students and 89 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 662. 

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 6

On Sunday, KCS reported 50 total active cases, including 34 students and 16 staff members. There are 573 students and 89 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 662. 

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

Cedar Bluff Middle School announced it would be moving to online learning from Sept. 8-15.

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September 5

On Saturday, KCS reported 50 total active cases, including 34 students and 16 staff members. There are 573 students and 89 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 662. 

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 4

On Friday, KCS reported 50 total active cases, including 34 students and 16 staff members. There are 573 students and 89 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 662.

In its COVID-19 status metrics, Knox County is showing "red" (70% or less spots filled) for substitute availability, and "yellow" (15-20% absent/vacant) for custodial staff. Student/staff attendance, bus services, and cafeteria support remain "green."

September 3

On Thursday, KCS reported 45 total active cases, including 28 students and 17 staff members. There are 504 students and 83 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 587. 

September 2

On Wednesday, KCS reported 48 total active cases, including 29 students and 19 staff members. There are 423 students and 84 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 507.

September 1

On Tuesday, KCS reported 47 total active cases, including 23 students and 24 staff members. There are 412 students and 85 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 497.

August 31

On Monday, KCS reported 43 total active cases, including 21 students and 22 staff members. There are 356 students and 72 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 438.

August 28

On Friday, KCS reported 25 total active cases, including 11 students and 14 teachers. There are 352 students and 65 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 417.

August 27

On Thursday, KCS reported 25 total active cases, including eleven students and 14 teachers. There are 352 students and 65 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 417.

August 26

On Wednesday, KCS reported 24 total active cases, including ten students and 14 teachers. There are 292 students and 55 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 347.

August 25

On Tuesday, KCS reported 21 total active cases, including eight students and 13 teachers. There are 281 students and 41 staff members in isolation/quarantine for a total of 322.

August 24 (1st day of school)

On Monday afternoon, KCS reported 13 total active cases, including three students and 10 teachers. There are also 255 students and 25 teachers in isolation or quarantine, for a total of 280.

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