Bristol’s New Middle School

Bristol Tennessee City Schools

The existing Vance Middle School houses approximately 600 students in 7th~8th grades. The BTCS Board of Education has determined the new facility is to be constructed on the existing site to accommodate a minimum of 900 students in grades 6th~8th. The new construction contains a three-story academic wing with a “Grade-Level Learning Community” on each floor.  These “Learning Communities” (9 classrooms, 3 science labs, 2 resource rooms, guidance office, assistant principal’s office, teacher planning, & toilets) will be supported by an adjacent “Learning Commons” offering  access to a Stem Lab, Performing Arts Theater with Broadcasting Lab, Media Center, and Café.  Other support functions include: Band, Choral, and Art.

The existing Gymnasium with over 1200 seats will be the only portion of the old school that will not be demolished. The gym will be updated with new flexible seating, dressing rooms, weight room, multiple-purpose activity areas, and offices.  A secured school entry will be provided at the Administrative / Clinic / Guidance Suite.