Jere Whitson And Capshaw Named Reward Schools

Two Putnam County Schools achieved a 2021-2022 reward school status.

Jere Whitson Elementary and Capshaw Elementary improved their academic growth, academic success, and attendance.  According to the Department of Education, this is the top distinction a school can earn in Tennessee.

Director of Schools Corby King:

“We are proud of the successes shown by our students last year. I could not be more proud of Capshaw and Jere Whitson Elementary for earning Reward status,” King said. “Our students, teachers and staff have worked hard and we applaud them. There are always areas we can improve on, and as our schools complete their School Improvement Plans, our leadership, teachers and staff are committed to continuous improvement for our students and our schools.”