Fire Marshal’s Report On Central View School Finds Several Needs
Reopening the unoccupied Central View School building would cost over $2 million. That is according to a State Fire Marshal’s report. White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said in his opinion, making the repairs does not make sense. “Ultimately, there is no fiscal value in having that school open, and there’s really no academic […]
White Co. Schools Names New Cassville Elementary Principal
The White County School System has named Shauna Hicks the new principal of Cassville Elementary School. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said that Hicks is a veteran White County educator and that they believe that her education and experience will make her an excellent leader at this great school. Hicks is replacing current principal Juli […]
White Co. Schools Asking For Parents Assistance With Student Health And Safety
White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger released a statement Tuesday asking for parents’ help when it comes to students’ use of e-cigarettes, vapes, and even marijuana, particularly at the high school. While Dronebarger would not discuss an incident behind the statement, he said that it’s a group effort between the students, parents, and the […]
Dronebarger Named UC Director Of Year
White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger has been named 2021 Upper Cumberland Superintendent of the Year. “I would say that most of you would agree with me, there’s probably not a better accolade or accomplishment that one can receive than to be recognized by their peers,” Tennessee Director Of School Superintendents Dale Lynch said. […]
Wilson Named White Co Principal
Upperman High School Assistant Principal and Athletic Director Greg Wilson will return home to Sparta to become White County High School’s new principal. The White County School board approved Wilson as the new leader. Wilson was born and bred in Sparta and graduated from White County High School in 1985. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger […]
White Co Schools Working On Lessons From Shutdown
White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said school leaders want to learn from the COVID-19 shutdown. He siad one of the biggest challenges the school system has faced has been a lack of internet connections. Dronebarger said even if the district had a device to give every student during the shutdown, many would not […]
Dronebarger Says School Makeups Will Be Two-Year Plan
White County Director Of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said education officials are considering a two-year plan to help students rebound from the two-month COVID-19 shutdown. “We can’t expect to make this all up in one fell swoop,” Dronebarger said Thursday. “It looks like it’s going to be a lengthy procedure.” That will likely included adjusted schedules […]
