Pickett Schools Prioritize Safety With ParentSquare App
Pickett County Schools transitioning to the ParentSquare app to improve communication and ensure student safety. Technology Supervisor and School Safety Coordinator Ethan Holt said the district identified a communication issue with its previous system that prompted the search for a new platform. Holt said the decision to switch was driven by his responsibilities in school […]
Livingston Academy Marks 50 Years In Current Building
Livingston Academy will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its current campus this week. Principal Richard Melton said the school held its original ribbon cutting on July 4, 1976. Melton said the milestone serves as a significant moment for the community to reflect on the history of the building and the campus. “We are not the […]
New Social Studies Textbook Adoption Process Begins
Putnam County Schools preparing to adopt new social studies textbooks this year to align with updated state standards and a recurring six-year instructional cycle. Secondary Curriculum Supervisor Bubba Winningham said the district will form a committee to evaluate materials from a list of state-approved vendors. Winningham said the selection process ensures the new materials match […]
Overton Schools Prioritize Math Growth After Gains In Literacy
Overton County Schools shifting its academic focus toward middle school math performance following results from the most recent TCAP testing cycle. Secondary Curriculum Supervisor Cristy Miller said the district experienced a six percent increase in third-grade English Language Arts proficiency compared to the previous year. Miller said the school system also saw district-wide improvements in […]
Warren Schools To Restrict K-5 Classroom Technology
Warren County Schools will restrict the use of digital devices in K-5 classrooms to instances where there is a clear educational benefit. Director of Schools Dr. Grant Swallows said the district is adopting the model policy to comply with a new state law regarding instructional technology for younger students. Swallows said the policy requires the […]
Warren County Board Approves Working Snow Day Policy
The Warren County Board of Education approved a new working snow day policy for 12-month employees during its Thursday meeting. Director of Schools Dr. Grant Swallows said the policy aims to streamline the work calendar for administrators and central office staff by establishing a set schedule of 231 work days. Swallows said the change provides […]
VITAL Orientation Prepares Students For Virtual Learning
The Putnam County VITAL School hosting an orientation day Friday to prepare new students and ninth graders for a virtual and hybrid learning environment. Assistant Principal Becky White said the orientation serves as a critical introduction for students to meet their teachers, understand how attendance is calculated and get adjusted. White said the school has […]
TCAT Upper Cumberland Achieves Elite Military Milestone
TCAT Upper Cumberland has become the first Tennessee facility to earn the VETS Bravo designation for its commitment to supporting military-connected students. Schools must meet specific criteria to achieve the honor, such as using annual student veteran survey results to improve campus services. The college must identify a specific campus liaison and provide ongoing professional […]
Cumberland TCAP Scores Improve, More Changes Coming
Cumberland County Schools implementing a series of targeted academic supports and staffing adjustments to maintain a five-year trend of steady improvement in TCAP scores. Director of Schools Rebecca Farley said the district achieved a significant increase in third-grade proficiency this year, rising from 33 percent to approximately 40 percent. Farley said the Board of Education […]
Putnam Schools Announce 2026 Open House Schedule
Putnam County School System is launching its annual districtwide Back to School Bash events starting Monday to help students and families prepare for the upcoming school year. School officials said the annual tradition gives students and parents a chance to connect with teachers and staff before the first day of classes. School officials said parents […]
