Collierville amends school reopening plan
Collierville is expected to make changes to its school reopening plan. The changes are based on recommendations from the Shelby County Health Department.
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Collierville is expected to make changes to its school reopening plan. The changes are based on recommendations from the Shelby County Health Department.
Plans must be approved by the Tennessee Board of Education and Shelby County Health Department.
Superintendent Gary Lilly was awarded a $15,000 performance bonus. The board examined his leadership with six metrics and gave him a 4.33 out of a possible 5.
School board chairwoman Miska Clay-Bibbs said with so many questions about electronic devices for students, it's not yet time to vote on the purchase.
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.
The pandemic creates funding challenges, but the district expects federal aid through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Additionally, the 2020 fund balance will help alleviate obstacles.
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.
Collierville police arrested an armed trespasser at Collierville High School Tuesday, March 10, the school district said in a statement.
One Collierville school is closing Friday, and flu is the main culprit.
Crosswind Elementary School in Collierville closed Tuesday due to an electrical issue. It will reopen Wednesday.
A new policy approved by the Shelby County Commission will make it easier for suburban school systems to tap into capital improvement funds.
Collierville celebrated the season with its 43rd annual Christmas Parade Friday. Santa, government leaders, schools and local businesses all participated.
Kevin Vaughan was honored Tuesday evening in his final meeting as a Collierville School Board member. Board members, aldermen and staff praised Vaughan's efforts.
Collierville Board of Mayor and Aldermen appointed Wanda Gibbs as the next school board member in its Monday meeting. Gibbs is a retired educator with more than 25 years of experience.
Houston High School in Germantown, with a 26.3, has given the Germantown Municipal School District the highest average ACT score among Tennessee public school districts, according to information released Monday by the state.
Collierville's Board of Mayor and Aldermen met with the town's Board of Education Tuesday and identified six finalists for the school board seat being vacated by state Rep. Kevin Vaughan.
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.
Kevin Vaughan, vice chairman of the Collierville School Board and a member of the state House, will resign from the school board at the end of the year. Vaughan said the decision is because he increased legislative responsibilities.
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.
New Collierville Superintendent Gary Lilly welcomed students back to school Monday. He greeted students and talked with teachers to kick off the 2019 academic year.
A retirement party Sunday at Collierville High School honored longtime educator John Aitken, who has retired after 39 years in education. The community gathered to celebrate his career and thank him for his service.
Gary Lilly, the new superintendent of Collierville Schools, is excited to continue following his education “calling” in Collierville. He wants to listen and learn during his first year as the district’s leader.
Collierville’s Board of Education has unanimously approved a contract for Gary Lilly to be the next superintendent of the suburban district.