April is a vibrant and busy month at Chuckey- Doak! Students enjoy the arrival of spring, with warmer weather and many outdoor activities taking place across our campus. One of the highlights of this month is our annual Junior and Senior prom as our students make everlasting memories!
Spring sports are in full swing, and we are so proud of all our student-athletes for their hard work and dedication. On our campus, we have opened up brand new tennis courts that are located down beside the soccer field!
Weekly break-down
Prom!
Tickets stop selling on April 4th with a cost of $45 + a GoFan fee! All media coverage will be covered by BK Media staff. All pictures captured will be individually organized, put in a google drive, and shared with student.
Any pictures taken by Lifetouch
If a student’s pictures are messed up, please have them bring their Lifetouch picture package to the library to Ms. P or Khloe Henderson. We are trying to get them all fixed and figured out. Lifetouch will replace the misprints.
Graduation is around the corner!
Check out this article and video by BK media about graduation!
March is an exciting month because it marks the official start of spring, bringing warmer weather and longer days. This change in season is perfect for spring sports to begin, such as baseball, softball, tennis, boys’ soccer, and track & field. Athletes get back on the fields and tracks, enjoying the fresh air and new energy that comes with spring. It’s also a busy time academically, as many students prepare for an important test like the ACT & ASVAB that is happening later on in March.
Let’s Break this crazy, busy month down in weeks
Spring Sports Picture Day Schedule:
Students need to leave class 15 minutes before their scheduled picture. For more information, please see Ms. P or Khloe Henderson!
The ACT is right around the corner!
Juniors will be taking their Spring ACT on Tuesday, March 31st, 2026. Students taking the ACT are allowed to leave after they are finished with their ACT, given that they have a SIGNED NOTE from a parent or guardian. Students ARE NOT allowed to leave with other students when leaving campus early. Students should arrive no later than 7:45am the day of, to get themselves situated and in the correct classroom for their test. Admin will inform them of where to go in days prior to their test.
Sophomores
Our sophomores will be taking the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) on Tuesday, March 31st (same day as Junior ACT). This test is a standardized test used to determine eligibility for enlistment in the U.S. military and to help match recruits with suitable military jobs. For students not going into the military, this test shows students what careers they would excel in. All Sophomores are required to take this test, even students not planning to go into the military.
January marks the start of a new semester, which means new classes, new schedules, and a chance to reset after break. It can take a few days to get back into the routine, but it’s also a good time to start strong and set goals for the rest of the year.
Winter sports are still in full swing. Basketball and Wrestling continue their seasons, with teams staying busy as they push through some of the toughest parts of their schedules. Practices and games are picking up, and the work put in now really matters later in the season.
With a fresh semester and busy weeks ahead, January is all about getting back into the groove and keeping momentum going.
I Hope You Have a Fantastic January!
Senior Jayden Keefer
Digital Arts and Design Team
Short Publications Editor
BK Media
January 2nd: Basketball at North Greene High
January 2nd-3rd: Wrestling at Tennessee High
January 5th: Basketball at Cloudland High
January 6th: First Day of Spring semester
January 6th: Wrestling at Volunteer High
January 6th: Basketball vs Cherokee
January 9th: Wrestling at Carter High
January 13th: Basketball vs Johnson County High
January 13th: Wrestling at Greeneville High
January 15th: Winter Sports & Fine Arts Picture Day
January 15th: Wrestling at West Ridge High
January 16th: Basketball at South Greene High
January 17th: Wrestling at Elizabethton High
January 19th: Martin Luther King Jr. Day-No School
Every school day at CDHS begins the same way: a hallway hums with quiet movement, a teacher straightens a stack of papers, and a seat waits for its student. When that student walks through the door on time and ready, the day unfolds differently. They hear the explanation that makes the lesson click, share the laugh that builds a friendship, or take the step that boosts their confidence. But when they’re absent, those moments can’t be recreated. This month, we’re challenging every Black Knight to write their full story, one day, one class, one on-time arrival at a time. Showing up isn’t just about attendance; it’s an opportunity.
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Chuckey-Doak High School 365 Ripley Island Rd, Afton, TN (423) 798-2636
December is finally here, and even though it’s a short month, there’s a lot going on. Bowling season is starting to wrap up, and the team’s finishing strong. Basketball and Wrestling are really getting going now, with both teams heading into their December tournaments and putting in the work to get ready.
EOCs are also happening this month, from the 1st through the 18th, so everyone’s reviewing and trying to stay on top of things before break. It’s definitely a stressful time, but we’re almost at the finish line for the first semester.
And after all that, Christmas Break is coming up, which pretty much everyone is excited for. It’ll be a nice chance to chill, sleep in, and take a break from school before we come back in January.
I Hope You Have a Fantastic December!
Senior Jayden Keefer
Digital Arts and Design Team
Short Publications Editor
BK Media
December 2nd: Basketball Vs North Greene
December 2nd: Wrestling at West Greene
December 3rd: Bowling Senior Night Vs Science Hill
December 4th: Band Concert
December 4th: Basketball at Cherokee
December 4th: Wrestling at Chuckey Doak
December 5th: Downtown Christmas Tree lighting
December 6th: Basketball Vs Cloudland
December 6th: Wrestling at Knox Catholic
December 9th: Basketball Vs West Greene
December 11th: Theater Proformance
December 12th: Sophomore Class Ring Delivery
December 12th: Basketball at Happy Valley
December 12th-13th: Wrestling at Tribe Athletic Complex
December 13th: Basketball Vs University
December 15th: Choir Concert
December 16th: Doak Winter Music Program
December 16th: Basketball Vs Claiborne
December 17th: Finals for 3rd and 4th Period
December 18th: Finals for 1st and 2nd Period
December 18th: Basketball Vs Washburn
December 18th: Wrestling at David Crockett
December 19th: Last Day of The Fall Semester
December 19th: Basketball at Claiborne
December 26th-30th: Boys Basketball Tournament at Happy Valley
December 26th-30th: Girls Basketball Tournament at Hal Henard
Every school day at CDHS begins the same way: a hallway hums with quiet movement, a teacher straightens a stack of papers, and a seat waits for its student. When that student walks through the door on time and ready, the day unfolds differently. They hear the explanation that makes the lesson click, share the laugh that builds a friendship, or take the step that boosts their confidence. But when they’re absent, those moments can’t be recreated. This month, we’re challenging every Black Knight to write their full story, one day, one class, one on-time arrival at a time. Showing up isn’t just about attendance; it’s an opportunity.
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Athletics
As we move into December, we celebrate the close of an outstanding fall sports season at Chuckey-Doak. Our teams represented the Black Knights with pride, including a historic milestone as our Lady Knights Volleyball team advanced to the TSSAA State Tournament for the first time in school history. With fall sports now wrapped up, we shift our focus to the winter season and the excitement ahead in basketball, wrestling, and the conclusion of our bowling season. We look forward to a strong month of competition and continued support from our community!
Go Black Knights!
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Chuckey-Doak High School 365 Ripley Island Rd, Afton, TN (423) 798-2636
November is here, and it’s bringing a lot of changes around school. The fall season is wrapping up, and winter sports are getting started. Bowling, Wrestling, Girls Basketball, and Boys Basketball are all beginning their seasons, and teams are putting in the work to get off to a strong start.
In the classroom, students are starting to focus on EOCs (End of Course exams), which will be here before we know it. Teachers are reviewing and getting everyone ready to finish the semester strong.
And of course, Thanksgiving Break is coming up—a well-deserved chance to relax, recharge, and spend time with family before the push to winter break begins.
It’s a busy month, but an exciting one, too. Good luck to all the new teams starting their seasons and to everyone preparing for exams. Let’s finish the fall strong.
I Hope You Have a Fantastic November!
Senior Jayden Keefer
Digital Arts and Design Team
Short Publications Editor
BK Media
November 3rd: Bowling at Gatlinburg Pittman
November 6th: Bowling at Sevier County
November 13th: Bowling Vs Pigeon Forge
November 13th: Bowling Vs Seymour
November 17th: Bowling at Cherokee
November 19th: Bowling at Greeneville
November 20th: Basketball Vs Kachea
November 24th: Bowling Vs Northview
November 25th: Girls’ Basketball at David Crockett
Attendance = Opportunity Every day in class means one more chance to learn something new, one more chance to connect with friends, one more chance to move closer to your goals. Students who show up consistently:
Score higher on tests
Build stronger relationships
Get more opportunities after high school
Let’s work together to make november a month of showing up and showing out—because success starts with being at school.
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Athletics
September is an exciting month for Chuckey-Doak Athletics! Our golf team will celebrate Senior Night as they honor the hard work and dedication of this year’s seniors. Football season is just getting underway, and the Friday night lights are already buzzing with excitement. Volleyball makes history as the first team to compete on the newly renovated gym floor, and our cross country runners are putting in the miles, steadily improving their times each week. Girls’ soccer may be a young squad, but they continue to show growth and determination every time they take the field. Rounding out the atmosphere, our cheerleaders and band are bringing incredible energy and spirit, creating an unforgettable gameday experience for the entire Black Knight Nation under the Friday Night Lights.
Go Black Knights!
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Chuckey-Doak High School 365 Ripley Island Rd, Afton, TN (423) 798-2636
October kicks off with Homecoming Week, which always brings plenty of school spirit and excitement around the halls. This is followed up by Fall Break, wherein students will be out of school from the 6th through the 13th.
Sports are in full swing this month. Volleyball and Girls Soccer are moving into their tournaments, and we’re wishing them the best of luck as they compete. Golf has wrapped up after another strong season, and Cross Country is working hard as they head toward the end of their schedule. Football is still rolling through the fall, with cheerleading keeping the sidelines alive on Friday nights.
We’ve also got Testing Day this month. Seniors will have the chance to retake the ACT, and some underclassmen will be taking the ASVAB. It’s just one of many things happening in October, but an important step for students looking ahead.
I Hope You Have a Fantastic October!
Senior Jayden Keefer
Digital Arts and Design Team
Short Publications Editor
BK Media
October 2nd: Jostens Senior Celebration
October 2nd: Volleyball Vs Cocke County- Senior Night
October 2nd: Soccer Vs Elizabethton
October 3rd: Football Vs Claiborne- Homecoming
October 4th: Volleyball JV Tourney
October 6th: Fall Break No School For Students
October 7th: Fall Break No School For Students
October 7th: Volleyball Varsity District Tournament
October 7th: Soccer Vs Morristown West
October 8th: Fall Break No School For Students
October 8th: Volleyball Varsity District Tournament
October 9th: Fall Break No School For Students
October 9th: Volleyball Varsity District Tournament
October 9th: Soccer Vs Sullivan East
October 10th: Fall Break No School For Students
October 10th: Football Vs Volunteer- Senior Night
October 13th: Soccer District Tournament
October 14th: Soccer District Tournament
October 15th: Soccer District Tournament
October 16th: Soccer District Tournament
October 16th: Cross Country at Holston Home
October 17th: Soccer District Tournament
October 18th: Band Competition at Harriman High School
October 20th: ACT/ASVAB Testing Day
October 20th: Soccer Regional Tournament
October 21st: Volleyball State Tournament
October 21st: Soccer Regional Tournament
October 21st: Cross Country Conference Championship at Holston Home
Attendance = Opportunity Every day in class means one more chance to learn something new, one more chance to connect with friends, one more chance to move closer to your goals. Students who show up consistently:
Score higher on tests
Build stronger relationships
Get more opportunities after high school
Let’s work together to make october a month of showing up and showing out—because success starts with being at school.
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Athletics
September is an exciting month for Chuckey-Doak Athletics! Our golf team will celebrate Senior Night as they honor the hard work and dedication of this year’s seniors. Football season is just getting underway, and the Friday night lights are already buzzing with excitement. Volleyball makes history as the first team to compete on the newly renovated gym floor, and our cross country runners are putting in the miles, steadily improving their times each week. Girls’ soccer may be a young squad, but they continue to show growth and determination every time they take the field. Rounding out the atmosphere, our cheerleaders and band are bringing incredible energy and spirit, creating an unforgettable gameday experience for the entire Black Knight Nation under the Friday Night Lights.
Go Black Knights!
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Chuckey-Doak High School 365 Ripley Island Rd, Afton, TN (423) 798-2636
We’re back from our first long weekend of the year, and September is already shaping up to be an exciting month on and off the field.
Football opened their season with a big win in their first game, bringing plenty of energy to the stands and the sidelines. Cheerleading kept the crowd fired up, reminding everyone what Friday nights are all about. The Black Knight Band added to the atmosphere with some old favorite fight songs and their new halftime show. Girls Soccer is battling through their early schedule with determination, while Volleyball is already showing great athletics and teamwork on the court. Cross Country runners are grinding through their meets, pushing for faster times and stronger finishes each week. And of course, our Golf team is aiming to build on the success of last year, working to stay consistent as their season moves towards playoffs.
As we head further into the fall, it’s a great time to support our athletes, stay focused in class, and keep the positive momentum going. Many of our clubs and other extra-curriculars will also begin this month. September is just the beginning of what’s shaping up to be a memorable year.
I Hope You Have a Fantastic September!
Senior Jayden Keefer
Digital Arts and Design Team
Short Publications Editor
BK Media
September 1st: No school For Students-Labor Day
September 2nd: Soccer Vs Gatlinburg-Pittman
September 2nd: Cross Country at Panther Creek State Park
September 2nd: Golf at Twins Creeks
September 4th: Volleyball Vs Greeneville
September 4th: Soccer Vs Volunteer
September 5th: Football at West Greene
September 6th: Fall Sports & Individual Pictures
September 6th: Cross Country at Fenders Corn Maze
September 8th: Volleyball at South Greene
September 8th: Golf at Twin Creeks
September 9th: Volleyball at Elizabethton
September 9th: Soccer at University High
September 10th: Graduation Presentation With Josten’s For Senior Supplies
September 11th: Volleyball Vs Sullivan East
September 12th: Interim Reports Go Out
September 12th: Football Vs Unicoi
September 12th: Soccer at Providence Academy
September 13th: Miss TN and Greene County Pageant
September 13th: Soccer at Providence Academy
September 13th: Cross Country at Winged Deer Park Lakefront
September 15th: Volleyball at Cocke County
September 16th: Volleyball at Johnson County
September 16th: Soccer at Cumberland Gap
September 16th: Golf at Mcdonald Hills
September 18th: Volleyball at Unicoi
September 18th: Soccer at Unicoi County
September 19th: Football at South Greene
September 20th: Cross Country at Walters State, Morristown
September 22nd: Carson Newman Trip for the Five Rivers College Fair
Attendance = Opportunity Every day in class means one more chance to learn something new, one more chance to connect with friends, one more chance to move closer to your goals. Students who show up consistently:
Score higher on tests
Build stronger relationships
Get more opportunities after high school
Let’s work together to make September a month of showing up and showing out—because success starts with being at school.
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Athletics
September is an exciting month for Chuckey-Doak Athletics! Our golf team will celebrate Senior Night as they honor the hard work and dedication of this year’s seniors. Football season is just getting underway, and the Friday night lights are already buzzing with excitement. Volleyball makes history as the first team to compete on the newly renovated gym floor, and our cross country runners are putting in the miles, steadily improving their times each week. Girls’ soccer may be a young squad, but they continue to show growth and determination every time they take the field. Rounding out the atmosphere, our cheerleaders and band are bringing incredible energy and spirit, creating an unforgettable gameday experience for the entire Black Knight Nation under the Friday Night Lights.
Go Black Knights!
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Chuckey-Doak High School 365 Ripley Island Rd, Afton, TN (423) 798-2636
Welcome back! I’m excited to kick off another year as your newsletter editor—my second year writing and my last as a senior.
As we return from summer break, there’s already a lot happening around campus. Fall sports are back in full swing. Cross Country is hitting the trails, Girls Soccer is ready for a strong season, and Volleyball is gearing up for action. Cheerleading will be on the field supporting our Football team, who’s ready to bring the energy under the lights. And after a standout season last year, Golf is back and looking to go even further.
Here’s to a great start and an even better year. Let’s make it count.
I Hope You Have A Fantastic August!
Senior Jayden Keefer
Digital Arts and Design Team
Short Publications Editor
BK Media
Upcoming Events
August 1st: Freshman orientation
August 4th: JV Girls Soccer Vs Science Hill
August 4th: Golf at Twin Creeks
August 5th: Girls Soccer Vs David Crockett
August 5th: Girls Golf at Morristown
August 6th: First day of School
August 7th: Senior Pictures
August 7th: Girls Soccer at Morristown West
August 7th: Golf at Graysburg
August 8th: Senior Pictures
August 12th: Senior Sunrise
August 12th: Girls Soccer at Cherokee
August 12th: Golf at Twin Creeks
August 14th: Girls Soccer Vs Unicoi
August 18th: Volleyball at West Greene
August 19th: Girls Soccer Vs Morristown East
August 19th: Cross Country at Holston Homes
August 19th: Golf at Graysburg
August 21st: Volleyball at Sullivan East
August 21st: Girls Soccer at Jefferson County
August 21st: Golf at Twin Creeks
August 22nd: Football Vs North Greene
August 25th: Volleyball at North Greene
August 25th: JV Girls Soccer Vs Science Hill
August 25th: Golf at Graysburg
August 26th: Volleyball Vs Johnson County
August 26th: Girls Soccer Vs Cosby
August 28th: Volleyball Vs Unicoi County
August 28th: Girls Soccer Vs Cherokee
August 28th: Golf at Twin Creeks
August 28th: Cross Country at Clyde Austin 4-H Camp
At Chuckey-Doak High School, we believe that consistent attendance is one of the most effective ways parents can support their child’s success in school. Every day in class is an opportunity to learn, grow, and connect, and when students miss too many days—whether excused or unexcused—they miss valuable learning experiences. At Chuckey-Doak High School, we work closely with families to address attendance concerns early. Students with three unexcused absences enter Tier 1 support, five to nine unexcused absences move to Tier 2, and ten or more unexcused absences enter Tier 3. Chronic absenteeism—missing 10% or more of the school year, for any reason—also triggers extra support. To help keep records accurate, please remember that doctor’s notes must be submitted on the day your child returns to school.
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Athletics
Fall Sports are here! Our student-athletes have been working hard all summer in the sun, preparing for an exciting year of competition. This fall, we are proud to showcase our football, golf, cross-country, girls’ soccer, and volleyball teams. Our cheerleading squad has also been putting in the work—perfecting their cheers, stunts, and spirit to energize the crowd and support our teams. We would love to see the Black Knight Nation packing the stands at all of our home games, showing great support for our athletes. Students are reminded to display the highest level of sportsmanship and school pride at every event—cheering loudly for our Black Knights, respecting all participants, and representing CDHS with excellence. See you at a game! Go Black Knights!
Contact Dr. Kyle Donahue with questions.
Kyle.Donahue@gcstn.org
Chuckey-Doak High School 365 Ripley Island Rd, Afton, TN (423) 798-2636
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