Kaysie Elizabeth Adkins
Extension Agent I, Sevier County
UT Extension Family & Consumer Sciences is the University of Tennessee at work in Sevier County.
We provide research-based education for families and individuals to gain knowledge and develop beneficial skills for today and tomorrow. Most of our programs are related to food, family, health, and money.
Check out our program list below to see if there is anything that we can help you with.
Program List
Click on the program you are interested in to learn more about upcoming classes, workshops, or demonstrations!
If you see anything you are interested in, call the FCS Agent at 865-453-3695 or email her at kadkin17@utk.edu
Fitness & Health
Expand content upAre you looking for more reasearch-based fitness programs? We offer cardio drumming and walking groups within Sevier County. Click here to check it out!
What's In Your Kitchen?
Expand content upCheck out this program series that is designed to help you learn how to use different appliances that could help you cook delicious meals for you and your family. Click for more info!
Matter of Balance
Expand content upThese programs are designed to help people manage concerns about falls, improve their balance, and increase physical activity. Click to learn more!
Chronic Conditions
Expand content upWe lead programs that provide you with support to continue normal daily activities and dealing with any emotions that arise from having a chronic condition. Click to learn more!
This SNAP Nutrition & Consumer Education program provides nutrition education to families and individuals receiving food assistance Click to learn more!
Food Preservation
Expand content upWe offer a series of programs, testing, and hands-on class experience with water-bath canning, pressure canning, freezing and drying! Click to learn more!
4-H FCS | Youth Programs
Expand content upClick here if you have a 4th through 12th grader that is interested in being apart of FCS related clubs, judging teams, and camps!
Food Fit For You
Expand content upCheck out this fun hands-on meal planning series that teaches you how to portion out meals, learn food innovative techniques, and stay up to date about diet trends. Click for more info!
Wellness
Expand content upLearn to practice healthy habits to better your mental, emotional and physical outcomes for your health, your family, and your community. Check out our resources and opportunities available!
Sevier County Saves
Expand content upWho would like to learn new ways on how they can reach their financial goals for 2025? Click here for tips related to saving money, stretching your budget and more!
Sevier County FCE Club
Expand content upFCE members are involved in programs/projects that support education and community services. Fun and learning are bound to happen at every meeting. New Members always welcome! Click to learn more!
Back to the Basics
Expand content upThis is a program series about various heritage life skills. Click to learn more!
Charcuterie Boards
Expand content upJoin us near Valentine's Day & Christmas to make yummy charcuterie boards that you and your family can enjoy. Click here to check out information on our upcoming programs!
Fresh Plate
Expand content upCheck out this Farmer's Market partnership program using fresh food from local venders to create delicious creations. Click here for more info on this program and our local Farmer's Markets!
Workforce Development
Expand content upThe purpose of the program is to assist eligible SNAP participants in gaining skills, training, work or experience that will increase their ability to obtain regular employment. Click to learn more!
Keeping Up With FCS Monthly Email Newsletter
Would you like to be one of the first to know about what programs are going on?
By having access to the Sevier County FCS Monthly Email Newsletter, Keeping Up With FCS,
you will be among the first to know about upcoming programs and the information needed to sign up.
You will get an email newsletter at the beginning and middle of the month.
Call the office at 865-453-3695 or email the FCS agent at kadkin17@utk.edu to join today!
