Overton Plans Search, Contract For New Director Of Schools
The Overton County School Board began the search for a new Director Of Schools during a special-called meeting Thursday. The search comes after the board failed to approve a two-year contract with Director of Schools Donnie Holman earlier this month. The board agreed to change a contract clause to automatically enter a probation period if […]
Overton Schools Facing $1 Million Budget Shortfall
The Overton County School Board facing a $1 million shortfall in the next fiscal year budget. School Board Chairman William Abston said school officials have been working hard the last several weeks to find answers. Abston said a declining student enrollment is one of the main contributors to the shortfall. “We’ve lost 40 from last […]
Overton BOE Discusses Pay Increase For Teachers And Other Staff
The Overton County School Board discussed the possibility of increasing teacher pay rates during its Thursday work session. Vice Chairman Mike Gilpatrick said the school system is falling behind and needs to stay competitive with surrounding counties. “We are in the five lowest in Tennessee,” Gilpatrick said. ‘We can’t retain good teachers if we are […]
