Family Weekend Gives Tech Students Much Needed Boost
Tennessee Tech welcoming students’ biggest supporters to campus through Sunday during Family Weekend. Director for New Student and Family Programs Courtney Brehm said parent weekend lets students know loved ones are supporting them. Brehm said this is also a chance for parents to see how their students are doing. Brehm said students often feel refreshed […]
Warren Students Start School Friday, Swallows Casts Vision
Anticipation and excitement are building for the Warren County School System, as students return to school Friday. Director of Schools Grant Swallows said he is excited about the hope of the new year. Swallows said last year, students had to adjust to a lot of changes especially with the cell phone policy. This year, Swalliows […]
Putnam Phone Policy Draws Mixed Reviews From Families
Putnam County Director of Schools Corby King said parents have responded in different ways to the school system’s new mobile device policy. King said on one hand, parents appreciate the district’s efforts to protect instructional time. King said others are not as excited about the changes, citing safety and communication concerns. King said both of […]
Parents, Teachers More Prepared For Retention Year Two
Year two of the third-grade retention law has been a much smoother process for many parents and educators because of clearer expectations and more communication. That according to Jackson County Director of Schools Jason Hardy who said when the law was rolled out last year, it lacked clarity. He said when parents receive their students’ […]
TN Promise May 15 FAFSA Deadline Approaching
Students hoping to receive financial aid for college must complete their FAFSA paperwork by May 15. Livingston Academy College and Career Coordinator Teresa Johnson said the FAFSA is easier than ever this year. She said the form asks fewer questions and can be completed far more quickly by parents and students. Johnson said families who […]
As Testing Begins, Parents Can Help Students Be Ready
As school districts prepare for the start of state testing Monday, parents can help prepare students by encouraging good sleep and positivity. Putnam County Schools Data and Testing Supervisor Jason Stickler said the most important thing a parent can do is encourage their child to get a good night’s rest the night before a test. […]
Tech Pushing For More Feedback After Student Visits
Tennessee Tech is emphasizing feedback from students and their families following campus visits as they look for ways to attract more students. Enrollment and Communication Vice President Karen Lykins said the university stands out in its ability to provide “VIP Tours” where families are assigned their own tour guide. She said survey responses from these […]
McMinnville Looking For Baseball, Softball Coaches
McMinnville Parks and Recreation is searching for youth baseball and softball coaches to keep up with one of the highest spring registrations in league history. McMinnville Athletic Coordinator Terry Beard said the pool of players is increasing every year. He said with over 500 kids signed up, five of the 40 teams are without a […]
White County Schools Offer Program On Online Safety
The White County School System will try to arm students and parents Thursday with the knowledge needed to be more secure online. White County High School Assistant Principal Amy Hawkins said the Department of Homeland Security offered the iGuardian meetings five years ago, and it is time for an update. She said parents need to […]
Parents Play Key Roles In Easing Back-To-School Anxiety
A structured day-to-day helps ease back-to-school anxiety for your children. That’s according to Personal Growth Counseling’s clinical social worker Christy Bennett She said that the fears can stem from the fear of the unknown to a change from the summer routine. Bennett said to help assuage fears, parents can establish expectations. “Knowing what consequences will […]
