Student & Family Resources
Whether you’re new to our school or a longtime Central High School family, we want to provide the resources you need to achieve success.
This is a central hub for students and families to easily access information for navigating the school and school day, including enrollment, student handbooks, information about schedules, extra curricular activities, and more!
Enrollment
Central High School serves students in 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade.
Students who are zoned for Central and attended a Knox County middle school for 8th grade are automatically enrolled.
Enrollment for students who are new to the district must be completed in person by a parent or legal guardian.
Daily Schedule
At Central High, the school day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. on regular school days.
On Late Start Wednesdays, the first bell rings at 8:40 a.m., and classes begin at 8:50 a.m. Dismissal is still 3:30 p.m.
Students must attend for at least 3.5 hours to be counted present for the day.
Academics
Central High School follows the district’s 865 Academies model.
Ninth-grade students learn within the Freshman Academy, building a strong foundation for high school success.
In 10th grade, students join one of our three career-themed academies:
- The Academy of Business and Design;
- The Academy of Health Science and Human Services; or
- The Academy of Modern Industry and Design.
They'll take classes in their chosen academy through graduation ensuring their learning is connected to real-world skills and future opportunities.
Student Supports
The entire staff of Central High School is committed to establishing an atmosphere in which children will feel safe, secure, and happy so they maximize their opportunities to learn and achieve. The school has trained counselors and social workers on staff.
Athletics, Clubs, and Arts
Learning doesn't stop when the school day ends. Central High offers a variety of after-school and extracurricular activities—including athletics, clubs, and performing/visual arts—that give students the chance to build new skills, connect with peers, and explore personal interests.
Library / Media Center
Our library is a hub for student learning, reading, and discovery. In addition to the school library, teachers may maintain individual collections of age-appropriate books in their classrooms to support literacy and foster a love of reading.
Central High School Foundation
Central High School is supported by a strong network of parent and community organizations through the Central High School Foundation, a group dedicated to raising funds to strengthen academics, athletics, and the arts.