A 16-year-old has been charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday, the Covington Police Department announced. Early Wednesday morning the school's resource officer received a screenshot from Snapchat where there was a threat to "CHS," which was believed to be the local high school, and a warning to students. As a result, school officials and … [Read more...] about Teenager charged with threatening mass violence at Covington High School on Wednesday
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Don’t miss ‘The Spongebob Musical’ at Tipton Rosemark Academy
The Tipton Rosemark Academy Fine Arts Department invites you to the undersea world of Bikini Bottom, where an unlikely trio of friends set out to save their friends and neighbors from imminent doom. You will be entertained by a high-energy cast and a one-of-a-kind musical event featuring a soundtrack of original songs written by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of … [Read more...] about Don’t miss ‘The Spongebob Musical’ at Tipton Rosemark Academy
Brighton High robotics teams shine at tournament
The Brighton High School robotics team had a huge day last Saturday with two teams competing against each other in the finals of a tournament held at West Colliervile Middle School. Aidan Booth, Vincent Patillo, Allysa Gay, Rachel Richter, John Kelly and Dylan Gale were the members of the Brighton team that took first place at the event. They won the Excellent Award, which … [Read more...] about Brighton High robotics teams shine at tournament
Marcus Heaston serves students, community through workforce development
“A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, loving favor rather than silver and gold.” Proverbs Framed on Marcus Heaston’s office wall, this Bible verse signifies what his family stands on: a firm foundation in Christ and stewarding their last name. “They’ve always stressed to us, ‘Don’t do anything to embarrass your family. Don’t do anything to embarrass yourself. … [Read more...] about Marcus Heaston serves students, community through workforce development
‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ opens at Tipton Rosemark Academy tonight
This weekend, the Performing Arts Center at Tipton Rosemark Academy will be transformed into a wondrous chocolate factory as the Middle School Theatre Department performs “Willy Wonka Jr.” Based on the story by Roald Dahl, “Willy Wonka Jr.” follows the eccentric candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. … [Read more...] about ‘Willy Wonka Jr.’ opens at Tipton Rosemark Academy tonight
Tipton County student arrested after allegedly assaulting teacher
A student at Tipton County Alternative Learning Center in Covington was arrested Friday, Dec. 16 after allegedly assaulting a teacher. According to a Covington Police Department incident report, ALC teacher Jamie Comer told an officer that Shamar Burton, 18, pushed Comer in the back and caused him to fall to the ground after Burton was escorted off a school bus for not … [Read more...] about Tipton County student arrested after allegedly assaulting teacher
After request to study outsourcing buses, school board votes against it
Should Tipton County Schools outsource its student transportation? That was the focus of a recent study conducted by the board at the request of county commissioner Richard Kelley during a discussion about the increased cost of new buses. While the school board was not necessarily interested in outsourcing one of the functions of the school system, they greenlit the … [Read more...] about After request to study outsourcing buses, school board votes against it
Longtime and loved educator Rickey Fayne dies at 67
Rickey Fayne, one of the most influential, well-known and well-liked people involved in local education and the community at large, died on Oct. 25. He was 67. According to his friends, co-workers and people he mentored throughout his 34 years employed by Tipton County Schools, Fayne was always dispensing wise advice, mentoring students and blazing a path that countless … [Read more...] about Longtime and loved educator Rickey Fayne dies at 67
