Rickman Elementary Lowering Energy Usage
Showcasing energy savings at Rickman Elementary School netted the school a $10,000 grant from the TVA’s School Uplift program. Interim Principal Kelly Pendergrass said the school was able to reduce its energy usage through simple practices like turning off lights in empty rooms and replacing projectors with newer, more energy-efficient models. Pendergrass said it is […]
Overton Schools Enter Building Program Agreement
Overton County Schools moving forward with a building program agreement meant to tackle four major projects with the same architectural firm. Director of Schools Donnie Holman said the firm will construct new classrooms to alleviate overcrowding at Allons Elementary School, Hilham Elementary School, and Rickman Elementary School. He said they will also tackle a major […]
Overton Schools Seeking Remote Learning Waiver Approval
The Overton County School System has asked for waiver from the state to allow remote learning. Overton County Director of Schools Donnie Holman said the state has opened short term waivers for remote learning, which would only close specific classes and grades. Holman said the district submitted a waiver this morning because of hot spot […]
New Bus Awning Approved For Rickman Elementary
The Overton County Board of Education has approved replacing the awning at Rickman Elementary’s bus drop off area. Director of Schools Mark Winningham said a storm last spring damaged the canopy to the point of being irreparable. “Well, it was the sheet metal and the frame, as well,” Winningham said. “It twisted the frame of […]
Free Flu Clinics Begin Monday In Overton
Overton County residents have seven chances to get a free flu shot this week. The Overton County Health Department will conduct seven drive-thru clinics this week. All are free. Overton County Health Department Nursing Supervisor Megan Reeder said it is more important than ever to get a flu shot. “We want to encourage everyone to […]
Rickman Teachers Selected By State For ELA Videos
Three Rickman Elementary School teachers were selected by the Tennessee Department of Education to create ELA video lessons. The videos will be used by the state as a tool for teaching for situations like the coronavirus shut down. Overton County Director of Schools Mark Winningham said the district picked the teachers due to their experience […]
