Director Concerned About Learning Impacts Of Closings
With many Upper Cumberland school systems closed for a sixth straight day, Overton County Director Of Schools Kim Dillon said there is concern about instructional time to begin the semester. Dillon said the system was trying to make efforts to have as much instructional time as possible before the winter storm hit the region. Dillon […]
Overton 3rd-Grade ELA Regression In Latest TISA Report
The latest TISA accountability report showed Overton County Schools regressed last year in trying to reach 70 percent third grade ELA proficiency by 2030. In the 2024-2025 school year, Overton County dropped from 39.2 percent proficiency to 32.4 percent. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said it is a challenge to improve third grade ELA proficiency. […]
Overton Board Working Strategic Plan During Retreat
The Overton County School Board will work together to form a five-year strategic plan during a retreat Tuesday. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said forming a strategic plan serves as the starting point for the school board to set expectations for the system. Dillon said she wants to make improvements across the board. “There’s always […]
Lee Removed From Livingston Academy
Livingston Academy teacher Mark Lee has been removed from his post at the school following allegations of sexual harassment. Overton County Director of Schools Mark Winningham announced the decision at Tuesday night’s school board meeting. He cited the number and nature of claims made against Lee in a written statement delivered to the Board of […]
