Repurposing Central View Not Part Of Innovative School Models Grant
Repurposing White County’s Central View School will not be part of the proposal for the system’s Innovative School Model Grant. The grant is aimed at building readiness and preparing students for success after high school, more students will have opportunities to participate in innovative local programs that boost CTE programs. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger […]
Motlow Community College Continuing Courses At WCHS After Lease Renewal
The White County School Board has renewed a lease with Motlow State Community College to continue hosting college courses on the high school’s campus. Director of School Kurt Dronebarger said a five-year agreement signed to use the facility on the corner of Roosevelt Drive and Robert Knight Drive. “We’re just recommitting to that partnership and […]
Fundraiser Approved For Video Board At White County HS
A jumbotron could be on the way to the White County High School Gymnasium after a fundraiser initiative was approved by the school board Tuesday night. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the basketball teams want to pay for the expense through a sponsorship program. “We’ve been talking about this idea for several years,” Dronebarger […]
Bon De Croft Elementary Addition Project Out For Bid
White County’s Bon De Croft Elementary School project is out for bid. The near 20,000 square foot addition would connect the old building with the gymnasium, create a new school entrance and add classroom space. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the question now is if bids will fit the some $6 million project budget. […]
White Co. Middle And High Schools Conduct Intruder Drills
White County Middle and High Schools conducted intruder drills Tuesday. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the drills are something state law requires to be completed within the first 30 days of school starting. “We’re educators so that’s not in our mindset to think about how to clear a room strategically from a law enforcement’s […]
White Co. Elementary Teacher Finalist For State’s Teacher Of The Year
A White County Elementary School teacher has been named one of nine finalists for Tennessee’s Teacher of the Year. Aleta Apple is an Interventionist at Woodland Park Elementary School. The 2022-23 Tennessee Teacher of the Year, and winners for each grand division of the state, will be selected from this group and announced during an […]
Fire Marshal’s Report On Central View School Finds Several Needs
Reopening the unoccupied Central View School building would cost over $2 million. That is according to a State Fire Marshal’s report. White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said in his opinion, making the repairs does not make sense. “Ultimately, there is no fiscal value in having that school open, and there’s really no academic […]
White Co Schools TCAP Scores Bounce Back
It was a rebound year for the White County School System as the district’s TCAP scores saw gains across the board. Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger said the data was a “pleasant surprise.” One in particular was 4th grade math. “That’s exciting, because that’s something that has been a low area across the state for […]
White Co School Board Approves Budget With Raises
A three percent raise for support staff and a $1,000 increase for teacher salaries included in the some $34 million White County School Budget. McDonald said the teacher raises come from the state. The state increased the minimum salary to $40,000. “I think with the money that we have set aside in our general purpose […]
White Co Leaders Start Conversations About Improved School Safety
White County Director of Schools Kurt Dronebarger will meet with emergency management leaders Friday to start conversations about school safety. Dronebarger gave an update to the school board on the strategy Thursday night. Dronebarger said he will work with the Sparta Police Chief, County Sheriff, Fire Chief and 9-11 Director. “This initial meeting is kind […]
