Although this region is probably best known for its outdoor activities, we know that your family comes first. At Mountain States, we realize that starting a new career or finding a new employer affects not only yourself, but your entire family as well. Knowing that you will be living in an area with many educational opportunities for yourself and your children can bring great peace of mind. Our region is full of top-notch elementary, middle and high schools as well as accredited community colleges and universities. Several adult education facilities are also located throughout the area.

Below is a sampling of the schools and other community resources available throughout our region:

Community/Education

Tennessee

• East Tennessee State University
• Northeast State Technical Community College
• Milligan College
• King College
• Tusculum College
• Hands On! Regional Museum

Virginia

• Virginia Highlands Community College
• Mountain Empire Community College
• University of Virginia at Wise
• Emory & Henry College
• Throughout the region
• K-12 public and private schools
• Public libraries

Heritage & History

• Gray Fossil Site
• Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site
• Rocky Mount Living History Museum
• Sycamore Shoals Celtic Festival
• Native American Festival
• Historic Jonesborough, Tenn.
• Historic Abingdon, Va.
• The Martha Washington Inn