Overton School Board Approves Athletic Facility Upgrades
The Overton County School Board voted Tuesday night to use some $167,000 for upgrades to the Livingston Academy soccer field and softball field. The board moved the money from existing funds. School Board Member Mike Hayes said the improvements at the soccer field consist of installing new LED field lights. “The current lighting’s 20-plus years […]
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 School Board: Productive Retreat, Morale Good
Some Overton County School Board members said meeting with teachers and staff during its annual board retreat provided valuable insight. School Board Chairman Mitch Stonecipher said he feels like retreats are always productive, as a retreat is a more laid-back environment. Stonecipher said he left impressed by the investment that principals are making into the […]
Overton Considering Adding Flag Football, Budget Concerns
The Overton County School Board is considering adding a Livingston Academy girls flag football team this spring. Several schools across the Upper Cumberland, including Stone Memorial High School and Upperman High School, have already added the sport. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the sport is gaining interest. “Apparently, it’s become a big thing, and […]
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 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 […]
Overton School Board To Review Strategic Plan At Retreat
The Overton County School Board is planning to review and potentially overhaul the district’s strategic plan at its fall retreat. Director of Schools Kim Dillon asked the board Tuesday night if they should continue on the current plan, which was last revised in 2023, or create a new one. Board Member Mike Hayes said the […]
Overton School Board Prepares To Bid Elementary Projects
Overton County Schools ready to bid out multiple projects at the system’s elementary schools. Upland Design’s Brian Templeton said the construction documents are finished. Templeton presented a target bid date for each school project. The bid for Hilham Elementary will be first on August 26. Rickman will go for bid the following Thursday, and Allons […]
Overton School Board Discusses AD, Gifted Program Supplements
The Overton County School Board looking for ways to supplement pay for the high school athletic director and the gifted program supervisor. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said Livingston Academy Principal Richard Melton asked to add the Athletic Director supplement. Dillon said the duties were held by one of the vice principals, but that person […]
Overton Plans Search, Contract For New Director Of Schools
The Overton County School Board began the search for a new Director Of Schools during a special-called meeting Thursday. The search comes after the board failed to approve a two-year contract with Director of Schools Donnie Holman earlier this month. The board agreed to change a contract clause to automatically enter a probation period if […]
