Putnam Schools Upgrades Cookeville High Trash Compactor
Putnam County Schools investing $48,000 to replace the aging trash compactor at Cookeville High School to streamline waste management. Putnam County Schools Deputy Director Tim Martin said the current equipment has reached the end of its functional life after years of frequent repairs. Martin said the school system received professional advice that the unit can […]
Schools Officials Prepare For Threats; Tuesday Disruptive
A total of eight threats phoned into schools across Putnam County Tuesday, including seven in the county system, taking resources and time to address. Putnam County Schools Deputy Director Tim Martin said the district treats every threat with serious concern even when officials suspect the reports are phony from the beginning. Martin said the fake […]
Veteran Servant Nelson To Retire After 46 Years Of Work
Putnam County Trustee Freddie Nelson will retire from public service in August after a 46-year career that spanned the classroom and the county courthouse. Nelson’s final day in office will be the last day of August. Nelson said a new trustee will take over the position on September 1. “I had thirty years with the […]
CHS Independence House Named Randy Mansell House
The Putnam County School Board approved naming Cookeville High School’s newly built Independence House in honor of teacher Randy Mansell. Mansell said the house will open later this month. At Thursday’s meeting, Director of Schools Corby King said Mansell will retire at the end of the year and thanked Mansell for his contributions and years […]
Early Learning Academy Construction Nears Completion
The Putnam County schools early learning Academy is nearing its final stage of construction. Energy Systems Group Engineering Manager John Waddle said he was confident the renovation project was close to completion in Thursday’s board meeting and the council unanimously approved to pay Energy Systems Group some $702,000 for the renovation project. Waddle said he […]
Putnam Schools Facing $5 Million New Fiscal Budget Gap
Putnam County Schools officials are facing a $5.1 million budget gap for the upcoming fiscal year as the board approved the first draft of the budget Thursday night. Director of Schools Corby King said the school system is entering the fourth year of a five-year strategic plan that prioritizes academic achievement and personnel retention. King […]
VITAL School Showcases Online Learning Opportunities
Putnam County’s online public school will host an informational event Thursday to showcase virtual learning opportunities for prospective families. Assistant Principal Becky White said the evening features two distinct sessions designed to help students transition into the high school program and provide information to new families. White said the event targets middle and high school […]
Smith Wants Coordinated Approach To Physical, Mental Health
Julie Smith is transitioning into her new role as the School Coordinated Health Supervisor for the Putnam County Schools after working at Cookeville High School for nearly 25 years. Smith said her goal is holistic approach to physical and mental health and wellness support for students and staff of the system. Smith said when student’s […]
Putnam Schools Approve Contract For Managing Asbestos
Putnam County Schools create an updated asbestos management plan, including a three-year reinspection of school facilities. Facilities Manager John Magura said the work is part of ongoing compliance with the federal Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act. It requires school systems to routinely monitor asbestos-containing materials. Magura said asbestos has been identified in the floor tile […]
Early Learning Academy Preparations As Remodel Progresses
Putnam County School Officials working on the plans for how the Early Learning Academy will work and how the rollout will best take place for the next school year. The old Park View facility will house all the pre-K programs in Cookeville. Putnam County Schools Voluntary Pre-K Coordinator Allison Painter said most things are in […]
