Tag Archives: Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman

The Livingston Academy Alumni Association is making an outdoor classroom for the high school. The Overton County Board of Education approved the work Tuesday. Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman said the beautified area will be centered around the flag pole at the school entrance. “All the concrete is going to be stamped concrete,” Holman said. “And then, they even ... Read More »

Livingston Academy has met the requirements to be known as a STEM certified school. Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman said the school has met 16 standards recognizing quality in science and math based learning. “If our students were to transfer to another institution, this recognition would make it much easier,” Holman said. “And also, there is industry certifications affiliated ... Read More »

School will end on time in Overton County this year. The school system went over its allotted 13 weather days by two and anticipated an extended school year. But, Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman said the state department of education accepted a waiver to forgive the missed instruction. “The commissioner of education granted Overton County that waiver, which means ... Read More »

The Overton County School System exceeded its allotted 13 weather days with Monday’s missed day. The system now plans to add two days to the end of the school year. Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman said while the dates are not official, they will likely take place on May 27th and May 28th. “I’ll talk to me principals, and ... Read More »

Overton County School Board recognized school nurses and the county health department for their efforts throughout the pandemic. During Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting, each healthcare worker received a rose as a token of appreciation. Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman said regular instruction would not be possible without their help. “You all were such a great help. You really ... Read More »

The Overton County School System will be using a large portion of its COVID relief funds for HVAC replacements. The School Board approved the budget and spending plan for the $2.7 million in ESSER, Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief, Funds Tuesday. Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman said systems in the greatest need will be replaced first. “2001 when ... Read More »

All 13 snow days for Overton County Schools have been used after classes were cancelled Friday. Monday makes the 14th day missed. Interim Director of Schools Donnie Holman said now that the stockpile has been depleted, school officials are tasked with planning for future closures. “All the stakeholders will get together, and we will have a discussion to see what ... Read More »

The Overton County School System is accepting applications for bus drivers to fill a district shortage. Interim Director Of Schools Donnie Holman said the school system has been utilizing substitute drivers to complete the 31 routes. “We have at least three positions,” Holman said. “Three bus drivers that we have been subbing more or less all year. If we can ... Read More »