ROCKVALE, TN - When Fred Barlow began his career in education over 40 years ago, he always wondered about the impact he would leave.
Barlow was the first principal to lead Rockvale Middle, which opened in August 2008. He remained there until his retirement in 2022.
On Dec. 12, the school formally dedicated the auditorium in his name.
“I run into so many of my former students who tell me that their experience here and in my classroom was an event,” Barlow said. “I thank .
The School Resource Officer program in Rutherford County was started nearly 30-years ago in 1993. The program began under former long-time Sheriff Truman Jones after learning about similar practices in other states.
In Rutherford County, the SRO program started with a total of five Sheriff’s Deputies in five different schools. 29-Years later, there are now SRO’s in all 50 of the Rutherford County Schools (brick and mortar schools, as there is one virtual school in our district, whic .
Four new principals are stepping into leadership roles with RCS for the 22-23 school year. All come with incredible experience in education and leadership.
Justin Smith, Blackman High School principal: Smith has worked in education since 2001, most recently as an assistant principal at Blackman High School. He’s served previously as an instructional coach and teacher.
Director Sullivan noted Smith’s experience: “Mr. Smith has been an integral part of the success at BHS.& .