Dobyns - Bennett High School

The teachers are wonderful, but unfortunately the administration isn't. With all the discipline problems in the upper grades, I had to remove both of my children. Most students at Jackson are very nice, but it was obvious that the associate principal was unwilling to take care of disrespect towards teachers and fellow students. Conversations with teachers whom were in my opinion, great women, basically ended in the fact their hands were tied and that the associate principal was rude and unapproachable.

My school is a very kind entity with parents kept in mind just as much as the children they teach. This is the first year my 3rd grader has attended Johnson Elementary and I find a great ease of mind in her transition. The leadership of the staff, working it's way down from the principal to the teachers, is with good attitude and confident attitudes which makes for a comfortable presentation. I feel welcome to come into the school when I know that issues can be dealt with in a positive manner without feeling guilty that issues occurred. Thank you, Sharon Shelton

The teachers here care, but are seriously hampered by ineffective administration. Bullying runs rampet and administors will not address it or even fill out required reports mandated by state law. They don't want to acknowledge bullying and will blame the victim if pressed. The worst experience from a school I've ever encountered. Unfortunately this is the school we are zoned for. My advice look outside this school zone if buying in Kingsport.

Saint Dominic is the best kept secret in Kingsport! They have small class sizes and get the special attention that children need. The students learn manners, respect, and faith. Teachers are able to cater to gifted and children that need more specific focus in reading or math. The staff is wonderful and caring. Saint Dominic school is outstanding in core academics as well as the arts. They focus on the child's growth as a person and not just a test score. The kids are ready for middle school academically as well as socially. They now have fantastic after school LEGO club which will feed into robotic lessons, Daisy scouts, running club, French club, before and after school care, and summer programs. The principle, Mr. Davis will give personal tours and is wonderful to work with. The PreK program is on a waiting list because of the wonderful teachers. The teachers have found special talents in my children that would have been overlooked elsewhere. Saint Dominic's is faith based, but welcoming to all families. We have wonderful families from diverse backgrounds. The school is a special place for families to socialize, pray together, and support one another.

This school is wonderful, they teach the Bible, they give great educations, the teachers care about the students and it just a pleasant school. Way better than the local public schools