Tag Archives: Online

Vol State ranks number one for its online Computer Information Technology program according to tech website ZD Net. Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator Eric Melcher said the online courses focus on cyber defense, networking and programming. “What’s cool about it is a lot of these classes can include industry certifications that students can work for,” Melcher said. “Those are very ... Read More »

An online presence plays a key role in helping small businesses stay competitive. UCDD Small Business Development Center Director Tyler Asher said that having a good marketing plan will help small businesses keep up with larger companies such as Amazon as people turn more to online shopping. “A really good advertising, marketing plan is crucial to any business in setting ... Read More »

Vol State has moved the majority of in-person classes to online until September 13th. Public Relations Coordinator Eric Melcher said the decision comes from rising COVID numbers. “We have a pandemic committee that meets once a week and is always watching COVID numbers,” Melcher said. “We track COVID cases very carefully here on campus, and then of course, we are ... Read More »

The Putnam County Humane Society is fundraising to continue its Access to Care program. Director Jennifer Farley said they will participate in the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee’s Giving Tuesday event on May 5. Farley said over 50 percent of clients cannot afford spay and neutering, let alone surgery at a full service vet. “They’re doing the absolute best that ... Read More »

Livingston Academy is offering its local scholarship package virtually this school year. The online package has attachments and links for about 30 scholarships. Gear Up Coordinator Vanessa Farris said in the past, the school used paper only, but the pandemic showed the need for online access. “I usually assemble all of the seniors in an auditorium and hand out,” Farris ... Read More »

Van Buren Schools have increased funding for online career and technical learning. The Board of Education approved a budget amendment adding about $6,500 to purchase a new online curriculum. Director of Schools Cheryl Cole said the school system was not prepared for classes to move virtual, and lacked online programs. “We found this program,” Cole said. “It is called iCEV. ... Read More »

Applications for reduced priced meals for Overton County Schools can now be completed online. Overton County School Nutrition Director Patty Dale said the electronic application can be processed daily while paper applications take weeks. “The parents can actually go online to Lunchapplication.com, and fill out the application,” Dale said. “The application does straight to me, and I can have it ... Read More »

Putnam County Schools will continue online instruction and packet distribution until May 15. “We know education is important in Putnam County, we know it’s valued in our community,” Director Of Schools Corby King said. “We’re going to continue to provide an education and educational services.” On Wednesday, Governor Bill Lee urged all schools to keep their buildings closed for the ... Read More »