White County BOE Approves Bonuses For Faculty
Employees of the White County School System will be receiving one time bonuses entering this holiday season. The Board of Education approved $500 for certified teachers and $250 for classified employees. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the money was budgeted earlier this year. “Back in the spring, there were so many unknowns about where […]
State Book Delivery Program Kicks Off In White Co.
Governor Bill Lee joined White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger Wednesday at Findlay Elementary to announce the launch of a new K-3 Book Delivery program. Through the Governor’s Early Literacy Foundation (GELF), over 500,000 books will be delivered to students and teachers across the state. Dronebarger said the program gives rural school systems an […]
White Co. Findlay Elementary Leak Solution Found
A solution for Findlay Elementary School’s leak in the main hallway has been found after almost a year of attempted repairs. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said contractors will install metal flashing pieces throughout the wall to carry the water to the roof system. “The architects have gotten together with the construction company, and they […]
White County Teacher Nominated For State Teacher Of The Year
White County Middle School Teacher Teresa Buckner is one of nine finalists for Tennessee Teacher of the Year. Buckner said being selected is an honor, but believes all teachers should be recognized for their hard work during the Covid shutdown. “It is very exciting,” Buckner said. “Not only for me, but for our county. I […]
