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Holman: Test Preparation Begins Long Before Spring

Overton County Director of Schools Donnie Holman said sticking to the planned curriculum all year long better prepares students for testing than ramping up right before the testing window. Students across the Upper Cumberland are preparing for April testing. Holman said he has stressed to teachers that they must make every moment count, starting in August. He said cramming right ... Read More »

Tech College of Education Teacher Prep Meets Expectations

The Tennessee Tech College of Education scored in the “meets expectations” category on this year’s State Educator Preparation Report Card. 10 of the 42 Teacher Preparation Programs included in the state study received an “exceeds expectations” classification. Dean of the College of Education Lisa Zagumny said it is harder for a program as large as Tech’s to reach that distinction ... Read More »

Putnam District Guiding Coalition Seeking Result-Based Improvement

Putnam County Schools training on a new District Guiding Coalition to achieve increased social and academic enrichment for students. Secondary Instructional Supervisor Bubba Winningham said the coalition has 33 members including Director of Schools Corby King and the principals of all district schools. Winningham said the coalition is result-oriented, pursuing measurable enhancement of student and teacher experience. “Anything we do, ... Read More »

Putnam Schools Building Partnerships To Fill Gaps For Students In Need

The Putnam County School System is working to build connections between the PEP Foundation and local businesses to provide resources for students and teachers. Director of Schools Corby King told members of the Joint Economic Development Board Tuesday that the Putnam Education Partnership functions almost like a booster club for the entire school system. King said the Foundation has worked ... Read More »

White County Schools Fill Every Certified Teaching Position

The White County School System is starting the school year with every certified position filled. The school system filled every open teaching position with a licensed teacher before the school year started August 4. White County School Public Information Officer Candace Allen said this was a big accomplishment for the county. “To be able to start the school year and ... Read More »

Putnam Teachers Back To School For Professional Training

Some Putnam County teachers have come back to school a little early this year as the system holds its annual Summer Blitz professional training this week. Several hundred teachers will participate this week in the developmental sessions and workshops. Putnam County Schools Supervisor For Professional Development Judy Schinbeckler said work on curriculum dominates the week. “The curriculum materials that they ... Read More »

Teachers In Dekalb County Could Receive A Pay Raise Soon

Dekalb County teachers could receive a pay raise in the upcoming school year. Dekalb County Director of Schools Patrick Cripps said if the proposed budget passes, teachers in Dekalb County could start out at $50,000 a year. He said he will continue to push and try to get that amount higher in the future. “This is an excellent career to ... Read More »

TTU On Par With State Report Following Grow Your Own Teacher Program Success

The first cohort of at some 19 Tennessee Tech students in the grow your own teacher program will graduate this May. The university one of seven programs that received state funding in 2020. The State Education Department reported Tuesday that more than 200 teachers will enter the teacher pipeline through the programs. Associate Dean Julie Baker said students have worked ... Read More »

New Bill Could Remove Barriers For Retired Teachers To Help Schools

Senator Ken Yager hoping to help with teacher and substitute shortage through a bill that will allow educators or staff that have retired to be re-employed without losing retirement benefits. Yager said that many retirees are already helping their local school districts and want to continue to help, but are being held back by current requirements. “Our schools are having ... Read More »

Warren BOE Doubles Longevity Bonuses For Employees

The Warren County Board of Education has increased longevity bonuses for teachers. Director of Schools Grant Swallows said faculty of 15 years or longer that reach retirement get $80 for each sick day they have. “Our school board sees that we want to reward those employees that want to stick with our district,” Swallows said. “I do appreciate them taking ... Read More »