At last Thursday’s school board meeting, director of schools Dr. John Combs wanted to remind the public his plans for this school year are fluid. “I’ve said that throughout. Over the course of this week and next, I will continue to monitor positive case counts, distance learning efficiency for students and the logistics for all our teachers to be able to effectively instruct … [Read more...] about Dr. Combs said school plans are ‘fluid’ – here’s how they could change
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Brighton senior Ian Keith posts a rare perfect 36 on the ACT
When Ian Keith, a 17-year-old senior at Brighton High School, took the ACT last July for the fourth time, it had been nearly two years since the third time he took the test. Unlike just about every other student, he did not take an ACT prep course during his junior year. None of that mattered. Keith scored a perfect score of 36. He's the first Brighton High student to ever … [Read more...] about Brighton senior Ian Keith posts a rare perfect 36 on the ACT
Masks will now be required in Tipton County Schools
Masks will now be required in Tipton County's public schools, the district announced Friday morning. Re-entry plans previously included a recommendation, or encouragement, but not a mandate. After discussions with our County Executive, as well as, updated recommendations from the Health Dept, LeBonheur, and the UT HSC - we agree that masks are an appropriate next step to slow … [Read more...] about Masks will now be required in Tipton County Schools
Gov. Lee issues ‘Safe Reopening Plan’ for schools – here’s what it includes
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced today the State of Tennessee’s recommendations to reopen schools for the 2020-2021 school year. “Providing parents a choice in their children’s education is incredibly important,” said Gov. Lee. “In-person learning is the medically sound, preferred option. Our state is doing everything we can to work with local school districts and ensure … [Read more...] about Gov. Lee issues ‘Safe Reopening Plan’ for schools – here’s what it includes
Two local women, including 75-year-old, receive their GEDs
[metaslider id=6101] Two months ago hundreds of Tipton County high school seniors graduated and emotions, as they always do at graduations, ran high. Two more people received different, but just as important, diplomas Monday afternoon in front of the Alternative Learning Center in Covington and it also was a very emotional event. Ida Terry, a 75-year-old with eight … [Read more...] about Two local women, including 75-year-old, receive their GEDs
Legendary bus driver Arzell Teamer finally gets a break after five decades on the road
After more than 50 years of working three, and sometimes four, jobs, Arzell Teamer is finally going to get some rest. Teamer, who is 87 and lives in the Tabernacle community, retired from the Tipton County Board of Zoning Appeals earlier this year after serving in that role for 31 years. In addition to doing that, Teamer drove a school bus over five decades, cleaned banks at … [Read more...] about Legendary bus driver Arzell Teamer finally gets a break after five decades on the road
Online registration for school begins tomorrow – here’s more information
Last week, the Tipton County Schools re-entry plan was approved and, included in the plan was online registration for the upcoming school year. Launching Wednesday, online registration will be available for returning students in grades 1-12 through the system’s website, tipton-county.com. Students who are new to the county, including kindergarteners who did not register in the … [Read more...] about Online registration for school begins tomorrow – here’s more information
12 Things you need to know about Tipton County Schools’ re-entry plans
On Thursday, July 9, the Tipton County School Board approved its plan for re-entry and the beginning of the 2020-21 school year. The plan, said superintendent Dr. John Combs, was a culmination of a lot of research, collaboration and thought. "I am very aware that this entire COVID-19 scenario has caused quite the conversation across our state and this country. While many are … [Read more...] about 12 Things you need to know about Tipton County Schools’ re-entry plans
