Overton County Schools Overcome Construction, Closures
Overton County Schools ended the academic year navigating a series of construction projects and winter closings through a focus on teamwork and collaboration. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the system managed to maintain its schedule of testing and end-of-year trips despite the consistent presence of on-campus construction. “We certainly have a lot going on […]
White County Schools Presents Nearly Balanced Budget
The White County Board of Education took a step closer Tuesday night to a nearly balanced budget for the 2026-2027 school year that prioritizes personnel compensation. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the proposed general purpose school fund budget includes a nominal expenditure increase of just 0.67 percent compared to the previous year. Dronebarger said […]
Putnam Schools Confident In Finding Budget-Gap Solution
Putnam County School Board Members stand optimistic regarding the district’s ability to resolve a $5 million budget gap following a joint session with the county commission. School Board Chariman Lynn McHenry said the school system maintains a healthy fund balance that can be utilized to offset a portion of the shortfall. McHenry said the district […]
Doyle Elementary Expands With Classroom Addition
Doyle Elementary School will undergo a seven-classroom expansion and playground renovation project this summer designed to centralize grade levels and provide dedicated instructional space for specialty teachers. Doyle Elementary School Principal Melea Johnson said the new construction is located near the existing playground area and will allow the school to house second through fifth grades […]
Pickett Schools Pass Budget With New K-8 Roof, Bathroom Work
Pickett County Schools reporting a successful conclusion to the academic year. Director of Schools Melissa Robbins said the district is seeing positive momentum as students and staff finish the year with strong performance indicators. Robbins said the school board passed the budget for the upcoming school year, which includes funding for major infrastructure needs and […]
White County Schools Maintenance Prepares Busy Summer
White County Schools will be busy this summer with renovation projects ranging from classroom conversions at the high school to flooring and playground upgrades. Transportation and Maintenance Director Randy Alley said the department is transforming two high school classrooms into a dedicated culinary arts space featuring new flooring and cabinetry. Alley said the summer schedule […]
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 […]
White County ‘Bob The Book Bus’ To Increase Love Of Reading
The White County School District book bus program has distributed more than 5,000 books to local children over the last three years to encourage a love for reading. Supervisor of Supported Learning Farrah Griffith said the mobile initiative is officially named “Bob the Book Bus” for Books on Board. Griffith said the project utilizes a […]
Warren County Bus Services Transition To Ecco Ride
Following a competitive bidding process, Warren County Schools transitioning its student transportation services to a new firm. Director of Schools Grant Swallows said the new contract with Ecco Ride begins July 1 after the company provided the low bid. It came during a required five-year review of transportation services. Swallows said the transition involves a […]
Avery Trace’s Chen Ranks Top 60 In National Quiz Competition
An Avery Trace Middle School eighth grader placed second among middle schoolers in the individual National Quiz Bowl competition. Taylor Chen said the competition featured 302 total middle school and high school competitors from across the country. Chen said the event took place over the course of one day at the Hyatt Regency in Chicago. […]
