Putnam Schools Undergoing Administration Changes For 2022-2023

Putnam County Schools undergoing several administrative changes for the 2022-2023 school year.

Algood Middle School Principal Dr. Bubba Winningham will take over as the 5th through 12th grade Instructional Supervisor following the retirement of Dr. Sharon Griggs.

Dr. Sharon Anderson, 8th-12th grade Instructional Supervisor is transitioning to the Continuous Improvement Supervisor. Anderson will lead initiatives, oversee state compliance reports, lead the district and school improvement plan processes, manage university research requests, and lead initiatives that improve district performance.

Cookeville High School Assistant Principal Rusty Darley will assume the role of Algood Middle School Principal.

Algood Middle School’s Assistant Principal Jessica Etheredge will serve as Upperman Middle School’s new principal after Dr. Will Penner decided to pursue other opportunities.

PCSS Transportation Operations Assistant Ron Chaffin will be filling the shoes of retiring, long-time Transportation Supervisor Kim Bradford.

Director of Schools Corby King:

“When changes in leadership assignments take place, it often creates a domino effect within the district. It is critical that we have the right people to lead our schools and programs. Our district is fortunate to have outstanding teachers and administrators that have huge hearts for students that are ready and willing to lead our schools. So they have time this summer to orient themselves in their new role, we are pleased to make the announcements for next year’s assignments. We are excited to welcome these PCSS leaders into their new positions.”