Overton Schools Boost Pay To Ensure Substitute Coverage
The Overton County School Board discussed Tuesday night plans to increase substitute teacher pay for the upcoming school year. The move will help the system remain competitive with neighboring districts and ensure consistent classroom coverage.Board member William Abston said the district previously struggled with no-call, no-shows when neighboring Putnam County offered higher rates. “It came […]
Overton Considering Adding Flag Football, Budget Concerns
The Overton County School Board is considering adding a Livingston Academy girls flag football team this spring. Several schools across the Upper Cumberland, including Stone Memorial High School and Upperman High School, have already added the sport. Director of Schools Kim Dillon said the sport is gaining interest. “Apparently, it’s become a big thing, and […]
Maintenance, Custodians A Concern For Overton Schools
With expansions coming to three Overton County elementary schools, School Board Members concerned about the potential need for more maintenance-custodians. School Board Member Ricky Dodson said the growth at Rickman Elementary, in particular, has been noticeable with a current student population of 717. Dodson said with this growth, the board should consider hiring a full […]
Overton School Board Match Substitute Pay To Base Salaries
The Overton County School System will now pay substitute teachers according to a full time teacher’s base salary. A non-certified substitute teacher will now earn 50 percent of a teacher’s base salary. A certified substitute will earn 60 percent of that base. That works out to $105 per day for non-certified and $126 per day […]
