Overton More Work To Do To Improve School Letter Grades
Overton County Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the state’s education report card released this week shows there is more work to do to educational outcomes. Overton County Schools received three B’s, three C’s, and one D. Dillon said every school saw some growth, with four schools moving up a letter grade. Dillon said it […]
Boys Basketball Team Cleared To Play After Hazing Investigation
The Overton County School System has cleared the Livingston Academy Boys Basketball to play its first game of the season Tuesday night after the conclusion of an hazing investigation. Overton County Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the decision comes after the completion of both a local DA investigation and the federal Title IX investigation. […]
Overton Schools Designated As “In Need Of Improvement”
Overton County Schools designated as “In Need of Improvement” from the Tennessee Department of Education, after an analysis of last year’s testing data. A school district receives the designation if its overall score falls in the bottom five percent of all districts. Eight school districts across the state received the designation. In a statement, Overton […]
Overton Board Considering Improvements To LA Gym
Overton County Schools considering making some major improvements to the Livingston Academy Gym, including replacement of the gym floor. Athletic Director Lesley Riddle said the floor has had issues in the past, but only patchwork repairs have been completed. Riddle said it is time to replace the gym floor that dates back to 1976. “You […]
Investigation Continues Over LA Hazing Incident
The Overton County School System said the investigation continues into hazing by the boys basketball team, with no update scheduled until the process concludes. In a release Monday afternoon, the system said all required procedures under federal Title IX regulations are being followed. The statement said the system understands the concerns of the community about […]
Overton Approves Changes To Help Fill Difficult Positions
The Overton County School Board will implement a differentiated pay plan, designed to help fill hard-to-staff positions. Overton County Director of Schools Kim Dillon said this year’s plan pays out stipends ranging from $1,000-$5,000. Dillon said she hopes the stipends are enough to fill and keep behavior, CDC, and special education teachers. “We have found […]
Overton Focusing Maintenance In New Strategic Plan
The Overton County School Board approved a new five-year strategic plan Tuesday night, which includes a focus on addressing future building maintenance. School Board Member Ben Danner said in the past, the school system had not been looking into the future when it comes to maintenance of school buildings. Danner said the building program inside […]
Overton Health Department, Schools Partner For Flu Shots
The Overton County Health Department and Overton County School System will partner to protect kids and adults against wintertime flu. Health Department Nursing Supervisor Megan Reeder said the clinics are held at the schools every year. Reeder said the clinics are a great opportunity for the Health Department to get out and about and give […]
Overton Schools Keeping Phones Off And Out Of Sight
The Overton County School Board will begin the school year with a new mobile device policy, staying in alignment with new Tennessee law. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said under the new policy, students will not be allowed to have cell phones on or out during the day. Dillon said headphones and smart watches will […]
Overton School Board: Experience Wanted In Next Director
Members of the Overton County School Board want the next director of schools to have experience and a heart for students. School Board Member Ricky Dodson said he would like the next director to have at least three years of administrative experience. Dodson also said it’s important that the next director has a heart for […]
