Van Buren BOE Approves Service To Boost Instruction For Science And Social Studies
The Van Buren School System will implement a teacher observer program to provide feedback on instruction. The School Board approved some $100,000 for two contracts. Director of Schools Cheryl Cole said one service will be introduced to science and social studies at all grade levels. “Observes their class and gives them suggestions,” Cole said. “Sometimes […]
This Week Cookeville Planning Considers Lovelady Road Development For Study
This week in the Upper Cumberland the Cookeville Planning Commission will consider a 316 lot subdivision for study Monday. Titan Development proposing a preliminary plat for Timberwalk Subdivision on Lovelady Road. Several residents have spoke out against the development during the rezoning phase. The Commission will also consider amending it 2030 Land Use Concept Plan […]
This Week Overton Schools Work On Budget, Cumberland Creates New Water Board
This week in the Upper Cumberland the Overton County School Board will review the first draft of its new fiscal budget. Two nursing positions, support staff insurance and raises are proposed. The meeting begins at 4:00 p.m. Monday. The Cookeville City Council will have a work session at 4:00 p.m. Monday. Council members will review […]
White BOE Opens Evaluations On Director Of Schools
The White County School Board has started the evaluation process of Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger. School Board Chair Jayson McDonald said the purpose is to set goals for the director to achieve while also reviewing performance. “His salary comes up, his contract ends June 31st,” McDonald said. “We do it in April to the […]
Putnam Redistricting Recommends Change Allowing More School Districts
The Putnam County Redistricting Committee approved a recommendation Monday that would open the door for more school board members in the future. The proposed changes impacts the county’s Private Acts of 1993. The rules came to light during this year’s redistricting work. The act was setup with a specific number of school board members. Attorney […]
Delta-8 Causes White Co BOE Discussion On Its Drug Policy
A student disciplinary matter involving a THC substance had some White County School Board members questioning its policy on drugs Thursday. The substance in question, Delta-8, can be legally purchased if older than 21-years-old in Tennessee. School Board Member Diana Haston said she wanted clarification on how the drug was classified. “They did a field […]
UC School Board Partisan Election Request Mixed Bag
At least three school board elections will be partisan in the Upper Cumberland next year. Under a new state law, Republicans and Democrats could put in requests to election commissions for partisan elections. White County Administrator of Elections Dorcas Marcum said that both parties have requested primaries in White County. “If they’re running as an independent, […]
Van Buren School Board Will Remain At Five Seats
Van Buren County will not expand its school board after about an hour of discussion during a Tuesday work session. Commissioner Brian Simmons said he did not see a need based on feedback from residents in his district. “At least 70 to 75 (percent) of my district would rather keep it at five because they’re […]
Van Buren Commissioner Wants More Seats On County School Board
Van Buren County Commissioner William Maxwell said he wants more representation on the county’s school board. During new business at Tuesday’s Commission meeting, Maxwell made a motion to amend the redistricting plan and increase the school board to 10 seats, two per district. “I’ve been approached by several people of the community as well as […]
Putnam Republican Party In Favor Of Partisan School Board Elections
The Putnam County Republican Party supports partisan elections for school board members. Governor Bill Lee signed the legislation Friday that gives communities the option. Assistant Vice-Chairman AJ Donadio said voters have limited visibility on school board elections, so affiliating to a party will give voters more insight at the polls. “It lets you know where […]
