🔦Staff Spotlight🔦

Introducing another long standing Warrior: TJ Roberts

Mr. Roberts is our 5th and 6th grade science and social studies teacher. He is also a sponsor for family game night.

Outside of school, you can find Mr. Roberts spending time with his family at the Disney Parks, cheering on the VOLS, and going on Canadian fishing trips.

He is the co-owner of a small business, MR. Gutter.

He is pictured with his family below.

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1 day ago, Jade Mason
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⭐️Alumni Highlights⭐️

Brandon Hill attended Rogers Creek from 2007 - 2016. During his time at RCES he was a member of the basketball team. We are always so appreciative of his return for alumni games to support our current teams.

He currently works at McMinn County Sheriff Deputy as a court security.

A quote he would like to share is, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Mathew 5:9

He is pictured below.

If you are or know a RCES Alumni who'd like a shout out, complete the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxTjYyeh-r20U_9-GGeYtnjLcgBVtgQCNPlU83Cusq0cJVFg/viewform?usp=header

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3 days ago, Jade Mason
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The Rogers Creek Spelling Bee was full of amazing talent this morning! Congratulations to all of our participants for their hard work and enthusiasm. A huge shout out to our winners-- Makenna Harris for taking first place and Parker-Claire Beavers for earning second! We are so proud of you!
4 days ago, Ashlee Swanson
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If your student has lost a loved one, this is a great opportunity. The camp is February 7, 2026 at Calhoun Elementary School.
5 days ago, Angel Emrey
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🔦Staff Spotlight🔦

Introducing another long standing Warrior: Scott Standridge

Mr. Scott is a Special Education aide. He is dedicated to keeping students safe and aiding them in closing academic gaps. You can also find him in the afternoons on parent pick up duty.

Outside of school Mr. Scott is the pastor of Triumphant Baptist Church. He spends his free time cheering on the Vols and entertaining his grandchildren.

He is pictured with his family below.

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8 days ago, Jade Mason
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For families who are affected by the SNAP delay,:

Families who need food assistance, here is a list of food banks by county provided by The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). TEFAP is a supplemental food program that will provide communities with nutrition assistance and emergency food at no cost to the individual. The eligibility guidelines include:

Tennessee Resident (TDA doesn’t require households to provide an address or identification to confirm residency).
Need food.
Income Eligibility: TDA does not require applicants to verify income eligibility. Eligibility may be established in one of two ways:
The recipient may show proof of eligibility for income from one of the following means-tested programs:
SNAP
Families First
Supplemental Security Income
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or
Residence in Public Housing;
The agency may allow applicants to verbally disclose the household’s income, by showing the applicant the current income eligibility chart. The recipient may verbally confirm total household income is below the dollar amount shown for 185% of the current federal poverty income level.
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Below is a link to an interactive map of food banks.

https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/department/tennessee-agriculture-interactive-data/the-emergency-food…

8 days ago, Angel Emrey
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Dustin Pitcock attended RCES from 2010-2017. He is now a first year teacher at Calhoun Elementary School.

He recently graduated from Tennessee Tech University.

Dustin is very involved with 4H and the livestock showing community. You can find him showing pigs and judging at many events.

If you are or know a RCES Alumni who'd like a shout out, complete the link below.
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8 days ago, Jade Mason
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🔦Staff Spotlight🔦

Introducing another long standing Warrior: Julie Sisk

Ms. Julie is a RTI aide for Rogers Creek where she is dedicated to helping students grow. You can also find her on her bus route or driving for many field trips.

She has a larger than life personality and is always a good time to be around.

Outside of school, Ms. Julie loves to spend time with her son Kobe and dog Adonis.

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15 days ago, Jade Mason
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Fliers will be coming home today about PTO's upcoming Chili Supper and Trunk-or-Treat. Please be on the lookout for these forms and return it to your child's teacher by this Friday, October 24th.
17 days ago, Krista Burns
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⭐️Alumni Highlights⭐️

Riley Hicks attended RCES from 2013 - 2018. She is now working as a PCT on the labor and delivery floor while in school for nursing.

She would like to share the advice to current students: "Always be humble. Never stay in a room where you feel the smartest, because if you’re the smartest (or feel that you are) there is no room for growth! "

She is also a Scentsy consultant, linked below. https://scentsofheavenwithriley.scentsy.us/

If you are or know a RCES Alumni who'd like a shout out, complete the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxTjYyeh-r20U_9-GGeYtnjLcgBVtgQCNPlU83Cusq0cJVFg/viewform?usp=header

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17 days ago, Jade Mason
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Tomorrow, Oct. 22nd will be sports pictures and Fall picture retakes.
18 days ago, Krista Burns
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Next week is Red Ribbon Week! We will be having dress up days each day.
18 days ago, Krista Burns
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Happy Monday!

Be on the lookout for Grade Cards coming home today!
19 days ago, Krista Burns
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🔦Staff Spotlight🔦

Introducing another long standing Warrior: Krista Burns

Mrs. Burns is our 7th and 8th ELA teacher. Outside of her classroom you can find her at a variety after school events as she is our Family Engagement Coordinator.

Mrs Burns loves to spend her free time reading, visiting Disney World, and cheering on her beloved VOLs.

She is pictured with her family below.

22 days ago, Jade Mason
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SRO Bri visited with MPP after school students Thursday. She shared about the training required to become a police officer, her uniform, and safety tips. Students were able to view some of her tools and explore her cruiser.

She gave everyone a homework assignment: learn your parent's phone number.

Huge thanks to Officer Bri

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22 days ago, Jade Mason
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👗 Formal clothes collection 🎩

22 days ago, Jade Mason
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⭐️Alumni Highlights⭐️ Sarah Sneed attended Rogers Creek from 4th -8th grade. She now works as a school based Occupational Therapist. She would like to encourage students to enjoy their time at The Creek! Time goes by really fast! #AllInForMcMinnSchools
24 days ago, Jade Mason
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Community and Family News:
25 days ago, Jade Mason
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Vote for the RCES pumpkin at Pumpkintown!
29 days ago, Jade Mason
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We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and relaxing Fall Break!
about 1 month ago, Krista Burns
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