School Board Approves Cafeteria Budget Despite Deficit
White County School Board members concerned about the long-term health of its School Nutrition program, with increased commodity costs taking a bite. The fiscal year 2027 cafeteria budget includes a projected one percent deficit. Spending will increase some 4.5 percent next year. Finance Director Chad Marcum said the district has been drawing down on the […]
Jackson Schools Give 5% Raise Across Board
The Jackson County School Board’s new budget includes a five percent raise for all employees. Jackson County Director of Schools Jason Hardy said the district-wide raise is an important step in staying competitive with other counties. Hardy said the system will receive less money from the state’s TISA formula this year because of a decrease […]
Putnam Schools Expanding Free Meal Program
The number of Putnam County schools offering free meals to all students will increase this school year from seven to twelve. School Nutrition Program Supervisor Jennifer Mitchell said those schools will be participating through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) which provides free meals to all students regardless of economic status. Mitchell said schools are eligible […]
