Brooks Named New Vol State UC Regional Director
Volunteer State Community College has named long-time Putnam County School Employee Sam Brooks as its new Upper Cumberland Regional Director. Brooks spent almost 33 years in the Putnam County School System, with his most recent role serving as the future-ready supervisor. Brooks said the position is a new and exciting opportunity. “Work with that team […]
Putnam Improves Graduation Rate, Uses Proactive Approach
The Putnam County School System graduated 98 percent of its high school seniors last year, a long-term effort to broaden student offerings and track student progress. Instructional Supervisor Bubba Winningham said the school system begins tracking student progress toward graduation early. Winningham said these tracking systems ensure each student receives attention from counseling services if […]
Vol State Increasing In-Person Classes Fall 2021
Vol State is looking to return to some sense of normalcy with more in-person classes available this fall. Public Relations Coordinator Eric Melcher said the school has been primarily online for a year now. Melcher said the fall will be about meeting student needs while keeping them safe on campus. “We know that there’s some […]
Vol State Reopening Campuses Next Monday
Volunteer State Community College will reopen its Cookeville and Livingston campuses July 20. Coordinator of Public Relations Eric Melcher said visitors will have to take precautions when coming to campus. “The big thing that folks will have to do if they come to campus is to, first of all, wear a face mask,” Melcher said. […]
