Education related stories in Southern Middle Tennessee
The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating threats made on social media against two Bedford County schools. The post circulating on the social media app Snapchat poses threats against students and staff at Shelbyville Central High School and Harris Middle School. Bedford County schools were on fall break this past week and are expected to return to school Tuesday, Oct.26. …
TCS is back on Facebook after opening up its new page, Tullahoma City Schools. In June, the Tullahoma City School District was locked out of its Facebook page, and since then, the district has not been able to post on the social media platform. “Not having access to our Facebook page has been challenging, as …
An audience of teachers from all three of Bedford County’s public high schools heard a program Thursday morning about what is needed to get their students ready for the workplace of today – and the workplace of tomorrow. The Shelbyville-Bedford County Partnership held the 2021 Workforce Development Summit at Shelbyville Central High School, hosted by …
Bedford County Workforce Summit Discusses Educational Needs and Challenges Read More »
Warren County is installing anti-Covid entry tunnels at Warren County High School and at the County Jail. This is being done to ensure the safety of our students, teachers and staff at Warren County High and to protect the health of those in the Sheriff’s Department as they carry out their critical duties. Ozone water …
Anti-Covid Entry Tunnels being Installed Warren Co. High School and County Jail Read More »
By Joyce Prusak Executive Director of Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center According to the National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC), 95% of teens have access to smartphones and 45% report being online almost constantly. And this statistic isn’t for teens only, it’s related to younger children, too. With all the online usage, it’s important to …
Implement Tech Rules to keep your Children Safe Online Read More »
By Joyce Prusak Executive Director of Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center In September, Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center conducted nine forensic interviews, four medical exams for children, and 16 children received therapy. Coffee County sees more cases of child abuse compared to other counties. To prevent child abuse and to ensure children would let you …
How to Talk with Children to Prevent Child Abuse Read More »
By Joyce Prusak Executive Director of Coffee County Children’s Advocacy Center Children whose parents use alcohol or drugs are three times more likely to be abused, neglected and to develop substance use disorders themselves. Substance use disorders are characterized by recurrent use of alcohol or other drugs, resulting in significant impairment, according to the National …
Drug Endangered Children are Abuse Endangered Children Read More »
Director of Schools for Coffee County Dr Charles Lawson received a pay raise and a new 4-year contract on Monday afternoon. The Coffee County Board of Education voted 4-3 on both the raise and contract. Brett Henley, Gary Nester, Larry Crabtree and Sandra Klonaris voted yes with board members Robert Gilley, Freda Jones and Pat …
Coffee Co. Schools Director gets New 4-year Contract and Raise Read More »
Multiple police department in the area are partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to promote “Slow Down Tennessee.” During October 15 – 29, area police departments will increase education and enforcement efforts to help reduce speeding-related crashes, injuries, and fatalities statewide. The public is encouraged to participate by using #SlowDownTN on social media …
Operation “Slow Down Tennessee” begins October 15 Read More »
Once the Calendar turns to October many begin to think about Halloween, pumpkin spiced foods and other fall activities. But for high school seniors October is the beginning of FAFSA season. The FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the form used by colleges to determine students’ eligibility for financial aid. Without a …
FASFA Help Offered for Franklin County Seniors Thursday Read More »
