Loudon County School District

A speaker provided updates regarding student activities and events at the high school. Key topics included a door decorating competition, class projects honoring Dia de los Muertos, a guest speaker presentation from a movie director to the digital arts and theater classes, and the upcoming Veterans Day program. Additional reports covered the football team's progress, the participation of FFA members in national competitions, a school blood drive, and the production of the school news program.

This document outlines the philosophy and goals for Greenback School, emphasizing high expectations and quality programs for student success. It aims to develop a positive learning environment to foster responsible, contributing members of society and achieve a goal of moving 80% of students toward college and career readiness. Key areas of focus include fostering collaboration between students, parents, faculty, and the community; providing a safe and caring environment; offering differentiated instruction; and outlining specific responsibilities for teachers, parents, and students to support these objectives.

The board meeting covered several policy updates and resolutions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Key discussion points included emergency suspensions of board policies to align with state board approvals, policy updates regarding emergency closings and teleworking, and revisions to field trip and graduation activity policies. The board also discussed a policy for non-resident students and considered a grant for food distribution to students.

The Loudon County Schools Strategic Planning document outlines five key goals: ensuring students acquire and apply new knowledge for college and career readiness, recruiting and developing effective teachers, preparing administrators to implement curriculum changes, providing district facilities and resources to facilitate high levels of learning, and fostering strong community partnerships to support student learning. The plan includes benchmarks such as increasing graduation and ACT rates, achieving Level 5 School District status, and expanding post-secondary opportunities. It also focuses on supporting teacher growth, building new leaders, and enhancing facilities with new equipment and safety measures.