Back to School Excitement: Goals, Changes, and Safety in Tipton County Schools

Welcome to another edition of Endless Possibilities with your host, Phil Ramsey! This episode marks the first day of school for teachers, and Phil is joined by three guests: Rebekah Byrd, Assistant Superintendent and Director of Instruction; John Combs, Superintendent; and James Fields, Assistant Superintendent and Director of Operations.

Our guests discuss the excitement of the new school year, the district's goals for 2024-2025, including post-secondary success and capital improvements, and the continuous focus on improving ACT scores and literacy. James Fields shares his ambitious goal to reduce truancy rates, emphasizing the importance of student attendance for effective learning.

 

The conversation also touches on significant changes in the district, including upcoming board elections, new safety measures, and the introduction of policy and procedures on artificial intelligence use in schools. Rebekah Byrd highlights the opening of new mechatronics labs, which will provide students with valuable career and technical education opportunities.

Tune in next week for a special episode featuring Sheriff Shannon Beasley, who will discuss school safety, traffic management, and bus safety. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion on the future of Tipton County Schools!