Meet Katherine
A mom of two children, Sequoyah Hills resident, and a longtime mentor to young girls in the community, Katherine Bike is a passionate advocate for strong public schools and equitable opportunities for every child in Knox County.
Katherine’s journey into public education advocacy began when her son was a toddler in early intervention. As she worked to understand what school would look like for him, she found herself a frantic parent navigating a system she hadn’t prepared for—one that hadn’t always served her well as a student either.
That experience pushed her to speak out—advocating for comprehensive student services, stronger investments in every student’s future, and defending public schools against the growing threat of privatization.
Today, Katherine serves on the Knox County Board of Education representing District 4, where she brings that advocacy into action. She is committed to giving every student in Knox County access to the resources and opportunities they need—regardless of ZIP code, household income, or student support needs.
After earning an Associate of Science with a focus in Engineering from Walters State Community College, Katherine moved to Knoxville to study Architecture at the University of Tennessee. She began her career at UT as a web developer and media specialist, building and maintaining websites for departments across campus.
Katherine later worked as a Trial Technology Specialist, collaborating with attorneys to strengthen their cases through digital evidence and courtroom presentation tools. She served in that role until 2023, when the travel demands caused her to miss too many of her children’s important events—a turning point that brought her back to the University of Tennessee, where she now works once again.
Alongside her professional career, Katherine has pursued entrepreneurial and community-focused ventures. She owned a cabin in Gatlinburg, managed a small primitive campground, and freelanced as an event photographer. She was also actively involved in the early days of the Birdhouse Knoxville, helping to guide and shape its mission as a community hub for arts, culture, and activism.
Today, Katherine is deeply engaged in Knoxville’s civic and outdoor life. She volunteers as a mentor with Little Bellas – Knoxville, coordinates several outdoor festivals, and serves on multiple nonprofit boards. She is also a member of the Community Health Council, serving in 2025 as Chair, representing Knox County, the City of Knoxville, and the Town of Farragut.
Knox County’s students, parents, and teachers deserve a School Board with a strong majority of pro-public education advocates. Stay informed and join us in educating and energizing voters around the issues facing our schools—from gaps in services and resources to the growing threat of privatization. Sign up for our newsletter to keep up with the latest updates and ways to get involved.