Overton Schools Balance Budget Amid Funding Changes
The Overton County Board of Education is prioritizing staff retention and recruitment while navigating the new TISA funding formula. Board Chairman Mitchell Stonecipher said the board is working to maintain consistent funding levels following the state legislature’s shift away from the Basic Education Program. Stonecipher said the state now verifies student enrollment nearly once a […]
Warren Schools Director Earns Positive Evaluation, Raise
The Warren County Board of Education approved a contract renewal and a 3.87 percent pay raise for Director of Schools Dr. Grant Swallows. The raise follows a positive annual evaluation by the board. Board Chair Chris Cope said the director received high scores that speak for themselves. “I’ll just state as we do our yearly […]
School Board Approves Cafeteria Budget Despite Deficit
White County School Board members concerned about the long-term health of its School Nutrition program, with increased commodity costs taking a bite. The fiscal year 2027 cafeteria budget includes a projected one percent deficit. Spending will increase some 4.5 percent next year. Finance Director Chad Marcum said the district has been drawing down on the […]
Director: Pickett High Bathroom Renovation Nearly Complete
Pickett County High School’s bathroom renovation nearly complete, barring a few more coats of paint. The project was the most needed renovation at the high school, as outlined by the administration last year. Director of Schools Melissa Robbins told the School Board Monday the school bathroom just needs new doors, before they are finally usable. […]
White County School Board Revises Comment Policy
Amidst a state legislative change about public comments, the White County Board of Education will make minor revisions to its public comment policy. Public comments must be limited to issues within the jurisdiction of the board. The White County Board enacted a 30-minute total time limit with three minutes per person for public comments per […]
TSBA Convention Includes Achievement, Legislative Update
The Tennessee School Board Association will focus on the role School Boards can play in student achievement as it brings together members from across the state for its three-day Convention this week. TSBA President Jayson McDonald said this year’s theme is “Student Excellence, All Voices, One Goal.” McDonald said focusing on student excellence will make […]
Cumberland School Board Reviews Master Plan At Retreat
The Cumberland County School Board took a half-day retreat this week to review and discuss key items in the five year strategic plan. School Board Chair Chris King said the strategic plan is due for review, renewal, and updates every couple of years. King said things like academics, athletics, activities, and the budget were discussed […]
School Board Members Learn New Laws At TSBA Event
School Board members from across the state learned about new school-related laws at the Annual TSBA Summer Law Institute. TSBA President and White County School Board Vice Chairman Jayson McDonald said this year’s biggest legislative change came through the mobile device law, which bars students from using their phones during instructional time. McDonald said the […]
King: This Year’s School Budget Most Difficult Of Tenure
The Putnam County School System beginning the budget process with a $5.1 million gap. Putnam County Director of Schools Corby King told the School Board Thursday night that expenses are up some $6.3 million. King said administrators have worked hard in the budget to prioritize investment in students. “I think it’s important, one, for the […]
Avery Trace Middle Softball Field Bid Accepted
The Putnam County School Board approved a bid of some $1.3 million for the construction of a softball field at Avery Trace Middle School. Avery Trace Middle School Principal Alma Anderson said the system had rejected several bids before eventually selecting this one. She said price and ability to meet specifications were the main issues […]
