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(From left to right) School Board members Johnny Byrge Sharon Ridenour, Josh James, Brent Lester and Lisa Fields.
Charlotte Underwood
JACKSBORO, Tenn. (WLAF) – Board of Education members met Thursday night and approved hiring two different construction companies to assist with athletic department projects at Jellicoe High School and Campbell County High School.
Action items approved at Thursday’s BOE meeting include approving McCarty, Holsaple McCarty Architects Inc. to help design the turf project at Jellico High School and hiring Weeks Ambrose McDonald Architects to handle the athletic program at Campbell County High School.
In other business, BOE members approved the advertising of a tender for cleaning supplies.
Director of Schools Jennifer Fields also provided a brief update on ongoing plans throughout the district.
In the spring, the roof of the La Follette Nakata residence was replaced. Once cleared, maintenance crews will begin installing ceilings, painting and replacing bathroom fixtures.
In addition, the maintenance department is currently collecting quotes for a new roof for the La Follette Middle School press box. Painting plans for Wynn School and La Follette Middle School gymnasiums will go out to bid next week.
“We are seeking bids for post-season lighting installation at the Campbell County High School baseball field. It is too muddy to proceed now and will be completed after the season,” Fields said.
She also reported that the visit from the Department of Homeland Security has been completed.
“As with all of our safety measures, everything is in place and our safety measures are done well, but we are always looking for ways to make our schools as safe as possible,” Fields said.
Fields said the 911 center has been given access to the cameras and the district is working to equip all schools with two-way radios.
She shared the good news that more students in the CCHS junior class scored 21 or higher on the ACT this year than any previous performance.
The Campbell County Board of Education was also named the Campbell County Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month. (WLAF News Release – May 4, 2024, 6:00 AM)
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