U.S. News and World Report recently released its annual rankings of K-12 schools, both nationally and by state.
Three Rutherford County Schools — McFadden School of Excellence, Thurman Francis Arts Academy and Central Magnet School — all earned ratings in the top five in their designated grade bands for Tennessee schools.
For K-5 schools, McFadden School of Excellence and Thurman Francis Arts Academy finished first and fifth, respectively. Central Magnet School was rated as first f .
When Meagan Turnbow — who currently serves as an assistant principal at Riverdale High School — was a student in college, she dreamed of teaching English overseas.
While she majored in English, she also pursed minors in international studies and TESOL, a common term in education, which stands for “teaching English to speakers of other languages.”
Her interest in teaching English in other countries was sparked while she was on a mission trip to Mexico in sixth .
Overcrowding was the main topic at last week’s Rutherford County Schools Board of Education meeting, with capacity vs. enrollment given for each of the district’s middle and high schools.
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.& .