New PEP Foundation Site Bridges Gap For Student Needs
The PEP Foundation launching a new website portal designed to connect community members directly with specific needs across the Putnam County School System. PEP Foundation Executive Director Katelyn Steakley said the organization wanted to expand the ways local residents can find and support their neighborhood schools. Steakley said the portal features a wide range of […]
Early Learning Academy Centralizes Putnam County Pre-K
Putnam County Educators bust at work finalizing plans for the county’s new Early Learning Academy, which will bring together pre-K programs across Cookeville. PreK–4 Instructional Supervisor Dr. Diana Wood said the school system has operated pre-K programs for over 20 years. Wood said the new facility will help focus education on young learners and free up […]
Student-Run PEP Rally Combats Local Economic Hardships
Putnam County students are organizing Thursday’s PEP Foundation PEP Rally to raise funds and awareness for families facing economic hardships and food insecurity. PEP Foundation Executive Director Katelyn Steakley said the event will feature food, media, and decorations entirely produced by local high schoolers. The organization uses the annual gathering to support initiatives like the […]
PEP Foundation Increased Spending To Meet Local Needs
Putnam County’s PEP Foundation has increased its spending this year to meet the growing needs of local students. The PEP Foundation has spent an estimated $26,466 in crisis assistance funds this fiscal year. Executive Director Katelyn Steakley said rising cost in materials to meet hardships has led to the increased spending. Steakley said the foundation […]
CHS Students Produce Video for PEP Foundation Fundraiser
A Cookeville High School media class produced a new video for the PEP Foundation, helping raise funds through its Snow Day Explainer. Cav Connect TV Executive Producer Creed Hardison said the foundation reached out to the class requesting help. Hardison said the collaboration benefits both parties, helping students gain experience through filming and editing a […]
PEP Foundation In Need Of Children’s Winter Clothing
The Putnam Education Partnership Foundation urgently needs children’s winter clothing and is asking the community to help out by donating. PEP Foundation Executive Director Katelyn Steakley said donated winter clothes will go to the care closets across the Putnam County School System for students and staff in need. Steakley said the need important, as the […]
Volunteers Needed For Operation Conquer Hunger
Operation Conquer Hunger needs volunteers Saturday to help pack food boxes for local students. Event Coordinator Josh Malone said volunteers at the event will help pack non-perishable food items into 7,000 food packs that will be donated to the PEP Foundation and the Food To The Rescue. “We are looking at around 250 volunteers that […]
PEP Foundation Hosting Second Student Fundraiser
The Putnam Education Partnership Foundation (PEP) is hosting its second annual pep rally fundraiser Thursday. PEP Foundation Director Katelyn Steakley said the foundation raises money to support the Putnam County School System. Steakley said the pep rally is the foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Steakley said the pep rally is a great way for […]
PEP Foundation Hosting Its First Fundraiser April 9
The Putnam Education Partnership will gather next week for its first major fundraising event, a lunch to support its work with the Putnam County Schools. PEP Foundation Executive Director Katelyn Steakley said the event will raise money for the foundation’s work and showcase students inside the school system. “It’s going to be really exciting to […]
Putnam’s PEP Foundation Asking For Food Donations For Students
The PEP Foundation has partnered up with numerous organizations throughout Putnam County to ensure school system food pantries are fully stocked. Executive Director Katelyn Steakley said PEP is asking people to bring canned food items and ready-to-eat meals during Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week. Steakley said that many do not realize how big of a […]
