BCS forms reopening task force, approves 5-year capital plan
Superintendent Dr. David A. Stephens expects the school reopening plan to cover all contingencies, whether the COVID-19 situation improves or gets worse.
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Superintendent Dr. David A. Stephens expects the school reopening plan to cover all contingencies, whether the COVID-19 situation improves or gets worse.
The vice principal at Bartlett High School will take over the reins at the academy beginning July 1.
Suburban districts are each taking a different approach to celebrate seniors' academic achievements in the midst of coronavirus and social distancing guidelines. Some are still hopeful for a traditional graduation ceremony.
Districts across Tennessee are grappling with graduation celebrations as Gov. Bill Lee recommended schools close for the remainder of the year. Shelby County's suburban schools are looking for ways to honor senior accomplishments.
Shelby County's suburban school districts were supposed to return from Spring Break this coming week but instead are now, like everyone else, figuring out how to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. All are closed at least through the coming week.
Deal gives orthopedic practice naming rights in the new fieldhouse, part of district's $60 million expansion.
A select group of local high school students is getting an inside look at the health care industry and the wide variety of careers available thanks to a new workforce development program at Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett.
A new policy approved by the Shelby County Commission will make it easier for suburban school systems to tap into capital improvement funds.
Two suburban schools, Arlington Middle and Bartlett Ninth Grade Academy, have won Apple Distinguished Schools designations for their use of innovative technology.
A select group of Bartlett students got the chance to work with an artist from Borderless Arts Tennessee, a statewide arts agency for students with special needs.
Several suburban school districts are rolling out and expanding programs, partnerships and positions this fall.
Tennessee recorded it highest graduation rate to date for the 2018-19 year. Shelby County's suburban districts also saw improvement in their graduation rates.
Municipal schools spent millions updating facilities for students this summer. Some took on extensive renovations while others added fresh paint and new play grounds.
TNReady scores showed Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville Germantown and Lakeland are among the top-performing districts in the state. Lakeland was designated as an Exemplary district by the Tennessee Department of Education.
Amanda Tutor, a photography and visual arts teacher at Bartlett 9th Grade Academy, is one of nine finalists for the 2019-20 Tennessee Teacher of the Year award.
With the retirement of two longtime elementary school principals, Bartlett City Schools selects their replacements from two other suburban districts.
Shelby County's suburban school superintendents worry about the potential effects of vouchers on public education. While Gov. Bill Lee's proposal affects Shelby County Schools locally, suburban superintendents worry it could expand to affect them as well.
A sweeping renovation of Bartlett High School will update dining and athletic facilities, as well as the library, auditorium and security measures along with other improvements. A city property tax increase is helping fund the work.