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Marcus Heaston serves students, community through workforce development

By The Leader on February 9, 2023

“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

How are we getting Tipton County students ready to work at Ford’s BlueOval City?

By Jeff Ireland on July 27, 2022

As everyone should know by now, Ford's BlueOval City is coming to Haywood County and will be located just 14 miles away from Covington. Needless to stay, the $5.6 billion facility that will manufacture all-electric trucks and batteries is going to have a huge impact on Tipton County. Ford executives say once it's complete in three years about 27,000 jobs will be created with a … [Read more...] about How are we getting Tipton County students ready to work at Ford’s BlueOval City?

Lessons in legacy: Covington principal Marcus Heaston challenges students to consider what they’ll leave behind

By The Leader on November 30, 2013

“What is going to be your legacy?” Marcus Heaston asks, sitting behind his desk with his hands folded. Heaston, the new principal at Covington High School, tells a story about his family that has affected his life. “My parents were teenagers when my mother became pregnant with me. She was faced with the difficult decision of becoming a young mother,” he said. Heaston sits back … [Read more...] about Lessons in legacy: Covington principal Marcus Heaston challenges students to consider what they’ll leave behind

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