HERMITAGE SPRINGS-Hermitage Springs School sixth-grader Hunter McLerran of Mrs. Beth McMurtrey’s science class has been chosen among only 26 students in 13 states to attend the Appalachian STEM Academy in Oak Ridge this summer from July 5-11. “Let us congratulate … Continue reading →
CELINA-The Clay County School Board approved bids for a new grant-funded CTE Building on the campus of Clay County High School and internet access from Twin Lakes, among other business at their final meeting of 2024 last month. According to … Continue reading →
CLAY COUNTY-The Tennessee Department of Education announced last week the statewide graduation rate jumped to a record 92.1%, and the local school system here was among the highest in the state, boasting a rate just shy of 100%. Clay County … Continue reading →
Monroe set to retire Feb. 28 CELINA-A search for a new director of schools is underway here, after Diana Monroe announced plans to retire early next year at last week’s October meeting of the Clay County School Board. “I just … Continue reading →
CELINA-After dealing with multiple threats and hearing concerns from the public, the Clay County School Board is set to consider a policy to improve public notification. The action comes as a result of concerned citizens addressing the board at their … Continue reading →
School system is new partner with Soles4Souls CELINA-Clay County Schools recently received good news, as they learned they had been awarded a grant for extended learning, along with a partnership with Soles4Souls. The Tennessee Department of Education Extended Learning Program … Continue reading →
CELINA-TnAchieves, in partnership with the Tennessee Higher Education Commission/Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (THEC/TSAC), is hosting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) clinic here at Clay County High School next Tuesday, July 30 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The local event … Continue reading →
FUTURE LEADERS-Two members of the Clay County High School chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) traveled to Orlando, FL to represent Tennessee at the National Leadership Conference. Camden Baxter (left) competed in Computer Game Design and Simulation, while … Continue reading →
CCHS graduate honored for service to local EDC Board HONORED FOR SERVICE-Kaylee Lynn, a recent graduate of Clay County High School, was recently presented with a recognition plaque by Dr. Doug Young, Director of the Chamber of Commerce. Lynn has … Continue reading →
CELINA-The Clay County School System recently recognized Jermaine McElvain and Riley Edwards for their efforts to become Grow Your Own apprentices through a program beneficial to all involved. McElvain and Edwards are both current educational assistants working on their degrees … Continue reading →
TEACHERS OF THE YEAR-During Teacher Appreciation Month, local teachers were recognized for their efforts, including James Franklin (above), who was honored as Clay County High School’s Teacher of the Year at the Class of 2024’s graduation and is pictured with … Continue reading →
