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
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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
What’s happening with schools? A plan is expected tonight
How will re-entry look for the public school system? That’s the $64,000 question parents and teachers hope to have answered Thursday night as the system is expected to decide on a re-entry plan. Two weeks ago The Leader published a discussion with superintendent Dr. John Combs in which several factors of re-entry were discussed. Four days later Gov. Bill Lee extended the … [Read more...] about What’s happening with schools? A plan is expected tonight
May 2: Since the closure, Tipton County Schools has served more than 115,000 meals and counting
One of the ways the school system has been able to help those in need during its closure has been through its feeding program. And, from March 16 to April 30, the system served 115,702 meals, said Tipton County Schools Director Dr. John Combs. Between the breakfasts and lunches it provides to anyone under the age of 18, that's an average of 19,283 for each of the six weeks … [Read more...] about May 2: Since the closure, Tipton County Schools has served more than 115,000 meals and counting
April 15: Gov. Bill Lee recommends schools close for remainder of school year
In his daily briefing Wednesday, Gov. Bill Lee recommended schools in the state close for the remainder of the school year. He said the recommendation came as a way to protect all Tennesseans and help them stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. “I’m sure this news may not come as a surprise to many of you,” said Dr. John Combs, director of Tipton County Schools. “I want to say … [Read more...] about April 15: Gov. Bill Lee recommends schools close for remainder of school year
From graduation plans to fundraisers: Here are answers to 19 frequently asked questions from the school board
With the uncertainly that's loomed for last three weeks as schools have closed for safety during the pandemic, administrators and officials with the school board have been asked a lot of questions. Here are answers to 19 of the most frequently asked questions. 1. How long will school be closed? In accordance with our Governor’s request, all Tipton County Schools are currently … [Read more...] about From graduation plans to fundraisers: Here are answers to 19 frequently asked questions from the school board
Gov. Lee calls for schools to be closed until April 24
In a press conference Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Bill Lee recommended public schools across the state of Tennessee remain closed until April 24. Previously, Tipton County Schools Director Dr. John Combs had closed schools until April 1, in accordance with a previous call to have schools through the end of March. Tennessee Department of Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn said … [Read more...] about Gov. Lee calls for schools to be closed until April 24
