Simple STEM Activities to Do at Home.
(Family Features) Winter is the season for family gatherings, snow days and breaks from school and work, but all this time indoors can lead to a serious case of cabin fever for both children and adults. Before you face another chorus of “I’m bored,” consider these simple activities you... Read more
MTSU unveils new Fall 2020 scholarships for incoming freshmen.
University will accept applications for three new awards through mid-August. MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University unveiled Wednesday (March 25) three new guaranteed academic scholarships for qualified freshmen entering this fall, marking the first time such awards have been made available beyond the university’s traditional Dec. 1 deadline. MTSU... Read more
TDOE announces partnership with PBS to deliver daily instructional content for Tennessee students.
Nashville, TN—The Tennessee Department of Education secured a partnership with the state’s PBS stations to deliver daily instructional content for Tennessee students during COVID-19 school closures. This partnership will provide all students with access to daily learning opportunities right in their own homes.  Staring April 6, Tennessee’s six PBS stations— WNPT Nashville, East Tennessee PBS, WCTE Upper Cumberland, WKNO Memphis, West TN PBS, and Chattanooga WTCI— will deliver... Read more
City and County School Closures to extend through April 24th.
Due to the current outbreak of COVID-19, out of caution schools across the county have taken Gov. Bill Lee’s advice to extend school closures. Coffee County Schools, Manchester City Schools, and Tullahoma City Schools will remain closed until April 24th, 2020, following Gov. Lee’s instructions pertaining to public school... Read more
Statement from Commissioner Penny Schwinn on Governor’s Recommendation to Extend School Closures.
NASHVILLE, TN – Today, Commissioner Penny Schwinn released the following statement on Governor Bill Lee’s announcement recommending school districts remain closed through April 24:  “This is an unprecedented time for our country and state and we thank Governor Lee for his leadership in protecting the health and wellbeing of Tennessee’s students and teachers. We know school... Read more
TDOE Receives Waivers for Continuing School Nutrition Programs during COVID-19 Closures.
NASHVILLE, TN—The Tennessee Department of Education applied for, and received two nutrition waivers, https://www.tn.gov/education/snp-resources/snp-forms.html, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide School Food Authorities (SFAs) flexibility to feed children utilizing non-congregate feeding sites. Where Meals Can Be Prepared: USDA generally only permits community sites, not school sites, to serve... Read more
Coffee County and Manchester City Schools to close until March 31st.
Following Gov. Lee’s statement released this morning, Coffee County Schools and Manchester City Schools will be following the guidance of Gov. Lee and will be closed through March 31st. Manchester City Schools released a statement that said “Nutrition services for children 18 and under will be available beginning March... Read more
Manchester City Schools to hold Kindergarten Orientation March 17th and 18th.
The Manchester City School system will hold kindergarten registration and orientation on March 17th and 18th at 3:30 p.m. The first session will be held March 17th at Westwood Elementary at 3:30, located at 912 Oakdale Street. The second session will be held March 18th at College Street Elementary... Read more
CCCHS Student of the Week: Juliette Gonzalez Facundo.
The Coffee County Central High School (CCCHS) Student of the Week is sophomore Juliette Gonzalez Facundo. Juliette, daughter of Eulogio Gonzalez and Yesenia Facundo, maintains an A average and is a diligent worker. Her honors English teacher, Mrs. Katie Duke, says that Juliette never shies away from the rigor... Read more
TN Dept of Education Hosts Educators and Stakeholders to Discuss School Discipline and Safety.
Murfreesboro, TN— On March 3rd and 4th, the Tennessee Department of Education led a critical conversation about due process and school safety at its 22nd Student Discipline Institute. Hundreds of experts, stakeholders and administrators gathered to discuss student discipline and keeping kids safe. Topics ranged from online bullying to mental health.... Read more