These jobs don't come up often. This is a great opportunity for a young person who is handy and has experience in groundskeeping and maintenance. Retired workers often enjoy these positions. Join a great team. Fill out the application online.

In this Care U episode, Don & Stephanie discuss the power of gratitude.

What happens when a simple gratitude challenge becomes a daily practice for nearly 14 years? In this episode, we welcome Valerie Smith, who shares how more than 5,000 consecutive days of gratitude have shaped her perspective, helped her navigate loss, and helped her build meaningful connections with others. Together, we explore the power of noticing the little things, finding joy in difficult moments, and making gratitude part of everyday life.


We hope you enjoy this episode.


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We are hiring Food Service Workers. Be home when your kids are home. Work with great people. Make a difference in students' lives. Be a part of the culture that makes lunch a fan favorite for students. Apply to join the team.

Tomorrow is Election Day, when voters will consider a County Schools Facility Sales Tax that would fund security upgrades, mental health supports for students, and facility improvements to ensure our schools meet modern safety and learning standards.

Learn more about this referendum by visiting tazewellonecent.info or contact us directly!

The Potter Post for 10-30-26 is ready for you to read. We hope you enjoy this issue.

Please note the Early Release Day on November 4th, the Veterans Day holiday on November 11th, and the Thanksgiving Break from Wednesday, November 25th, to Friday, November 27th.

Marching Potters: What Gives You Wings

It is all about community, connections, costumes, and high-level music competition. Or is it the parades, pageantry, percussion, and passionate parents (and caregivers) that raise the pride in performance? Whatever it is, it is special for those who commit and pursue excellence.

Want to experience the full What Gives You Wings show without traveling far? Join us for the Marching Potters’ Community Night performance!


Date: Monday, October 26
Time: 7:30 p.m. (gates open at 7 p.m)
Location: Morton High School
Admission: Free to the public

The band will perform its full show in uniform, sharing its hard work with friends, neighbors, and the next generation of 709 performers. A bake sale with tasty treats will be available, and after the performance, the high school will host a reception and displays for graduating seniors.

Admission is free, but every attendee through the gate supports the band. Each year, generous sponsors partner with the band to pledge $1 per person in the stands, making the event an important fundraiser for the program. We hope you’ll come out and cheer on the Marching Potters!

(All images by Paul F Photo)

The Potter Post for 10-23-26 is ready to view. We hope you enjoy this issue. https://app.smore.com/n/ykvzxb

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In this Care U episode, Don & Stephanie discuss connection.

Connection matters, but how connected are we really? In this episode, Don & Stephanie explore the Six Points of Connection and reflect on the relationships, communities, places, and activities that create belonging in our lives. We also consider what our connections model for the children in our care and how intentional connection can impact those around us. We hope you enjoy the episode.

Learn more about the Chamber of Connection: https://www.chamberofconnection.org/

We hope you enjoy this episode.

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Did you know? If the County Schools Facility Tax is approved, nearly 60% of that additional revenue is estimated to come from visitors and travelers, not Tazewell County residents. This is according to a 2026 analysis from PGAV Planners.

Revenue from qualifying purchases would directly support our local schools—helping fund safety improvements and facility upgrades along with mental health supports and resources.

This means, if approved, non-residents would contribute to our schools when making qualifying purchases within Tazewell County. 

Learn more about how this request could benefit students, staff, and our school community by visiting tazewellonecent.info or contacting us directly.

You’re invited to a community meeting to discuss the One-Cent Tax referendum. Join us to learn more and ask questions about how this would impact you, your family, and our schools.

• October 13, 2026 Morton Public Library 6-7 PM

• October 22, 2026 Jefferson School 6-7 PM

The 10-9-26 issue of "The Potter Post" is packed full. Do not miss the Homecoming Video. It is a true celebration. "The Night Under the Lights" is a sweet reminder of the lasting impact educators and coaches have. Joal Stanfield was both.

Have a wonderful long weekend, and don't forget that Tuesday, October 13th is an early release day.

Go, Potters.