September OCS News Letter
View the September news letter to learn about upcoming events in the district.
News & Announcements
Is your child ready for School? Learn about TN Immunization Requirements by clicking here.
Please view the document attached to this article to learn more about Tennessee Child Care and School Immunization Requirements
Requesting your Feedback
The American Rescue Plan signed into law in March by President Joe Biden included $122 billion in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds for school districts across the country, which is the single largest investment in federal elementary and secondary education in the nation’s history. Overton County Schools would like your feedback to help develop school improvement plans. Read more >
Family Literacy Nights & Other Opportunities for Tennessee Families
This summer, five community organizations will host literacy nights for families, to bring families to the important conversation about how children learn to read. They’ll offer a chance for families to learn what strong, structured reading instruction looks like, directly from Tennessee teachers. ... Read more>
Lunches for any Child 18 Years or Younger
Emergency Feeding for schools ends on June 30th. Meals can be
picked up at Livingston Academy. If you need meals, please call
Livingston Academy at 931-823-5911.
picked up at Livingston Academy. If you need meals, please call
Livingston Academy at 931-823-5911.
Big Prizes for Students Participating in Summer Camps
We are very thankful for the generous donation of incentive prizes by Steve Cooper of Cooper Recycling. Read more to learn how you could win one of these great prizes!
OCS Holds Annual Community Parent Advisory Council Meeting
On April 20th, OCS invited community members to participate in the district's annual meeting to gather feedback on the future needs of the school system...
Pre-K Informational Drive Through Event at A. H. Roberts
Receive information about Overton County Schools PreK classrooms and receive FREE school readiness supplies
New Tenured Teachers Recognized at Board Meeting
OCS recognized new tenured teachers at the board meeting on Tuesday night.
Overton County Schools Summer Camps
Overton County Schools will be offering a 4-week, in-person Summer Learning Camp to provide opportunities for students that will address learning loss and gaps that may have occurred as a result of COVID-19.
School Nurses Recognized at School Board Meeting
Overton County School Board members and Director of Schools, Dr. Holman, honored our local health care professionals at the March 9th school board meeting.....
Hilham Walking Track
Hilham Elementary School added a
walking track to the school grounds
this year.
The track is open to the community
outside of school hours, allowing for
a more complete use of the county’s
investment in these facilities.
walking track to the school grounds
this year.
The track is open to the community
outside of school hours, allowing for
a more complete use of the county’s
investment in these facilities.
New P-EBT Cards will be mailed soon
Parents, your child may soon recieve a new card in the mail for round 3 P-EBT. Look for it soon. Please view this article to learn more.
3/25 - Overton County Schools Closing at 1:00 PM
To ensure student safety, Overton County Schools will be closing at 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 25, 2021. This is a precaution due to the incoming hazardous weather conditions. Please monitor the weather and stay safe.
Apply Online for Free and Reduced Meals
It is important that those in need apply for free and reduced meals. Applying online is easy, fast, and confidential! Click here to learn more... ---->
AfterhoursTechnology Support
After Hours Technology Help
Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-6:30pm; Saturday 9:00am-11:00am
Phone: 1-833-209-2615
Email: techhelp@oc-sd.com
Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-6:30pm; Saturday 9:00am-11:00am
Phone: 1-833-209-2615
Email: techhelp@oc-sd.com
OVERTON COUNTY SCHOOLS MEAL PLAN FOR DEC. 14-17, 2020
Please see the file linked below for details concerning OCS meal plan during the upcoming virtual week.
Virtual Week
Overton County Schools will be conducting virtual only classes from 12/14/2020 -12/17/2020. More information will be provided on 12/10/2020. Please check back on the district website at that time http://www.oc-sd.com
Basketball Season Changes for 2020-2021
With basketball season upon us, I wanted to share our plans and hopefully answer questions that have been asked about the changes for the 20-21 basketball season. With this pandemic, several safety measures have been put into place at all of our Overton County schools......
PEBT Update
Please see the attached flyer for PEBT information.
Free Flu Clinics
Free drive thru flu clinics offered at each school. Please see flyer for details.
Meal Program to Offer Free Meals to Anyone Under 18./;
This meal program will be available until Christmas. To take advantage of this program, you will need to call the café at the school by 8 a.m. each morning if you want to pick up meals that day. Watch for updates about when pick-up times are at each school.
Changes to the Overton County Schools Virtual Program
In this video, Dr. Mark Winningham announces changes to the Overton County Schools virtual program to adapt to the changing needs of the district. Please view this article to watch this statement.
Parent/Family Involvement 2020-2021
The Overton County School Board has adopted a parent
involvement policy developed by teachers, parents, and
administrators. This policy can be found in... Read more ->
involvement policy developed by teachers, parents, and
administrators. This policy can be found in... Read more ->
Updates to the OCS Virtual Program
Please click on the link to read.
Updated COVID-19 Information
Please follow this link to view the latest information from Overton County Schools concerning COVID-19 guidelines.
Important Update Concerning Face Coverings
Currently, the wearing of facemasks is strongly suggested but optional in Overton County Schools. A mask mandate would be one of the last measures the district would take in order to keep schools open. Until the board changes procedure, Overton County Schools will continue to strongly suggest students wear a face covering while at school.
Important Bus Transportation information
All students riding the bus to and from school are required to wear a mask
on the bus. If students do not have a mask – one will be provided for
them. Students will be checked for temperature each day when they
arrive at school. A seating chart will be made for each bus route.
Students will be required to ride in the same seat each day to and from
school. Any student who is running a fever of 100.4 or above will be
required to go home.
on the bus. If students do not have a mask – one will be provided for
them. Students will be checked for temperature each day when they
arrive at school. A seating chart will be made for each bus route.
Students will be required to ride in the same seat each day to and from
school. Any student who is running a fever of 100.4 or above will be
required to go home.
Apply Online
submit your free/reduced lunch application online today -
Back to School Bash
Follow the link to learn more about this year's back to school bash
NEW: Remote Learner Center
We are launching a new Remote Learner Center as part of our district website. This location will aggregate resources for parents and students to support remote learners.
Mental Health Resources
There’s always been a need to address mental health, perhaps now
more than ever. We hope these resources will be beneficial to you
and your family. If you need further assistance, you can also
contact your school counselor.
more than ever. We hope these resources will be beneficial to you
and your family. If you need further assistance, you can also
contact your school counselor.
Overton County Schools Reopening Plan
Please take a moment to read our district plan for reopening schools. Please use the link at the end of the article to preregister your child for the 2020-2021 school year.
Financial Assistance Available for Families that Qualify for Free and Reduced School Lunches
Families can apply for the Pandemic EBT program starting June 15th. Please see attached flyer for more informaiton.
May 5th School Board Meeting
The May school board meeting will be streamed online. Please click the link below to view more details.
HES Yearbook Pick Up
Last day for yearbook pick-up is Tuesday, June 2nd 5:00pm-6:00pm any left will be available for pick up when school starts back; bring you own pen; Questions? Contact Ginger Neely 397-6359 or gneely@oc-sd.com
• Please do NOT get out of your car.
• You will have to sign to pick up your yearbook.
• Please bring a pen so we are not sharing germs.
• If you are concerned about germs, wear a mask, gloves, etc.
• Questions? Email gneely@oc-sd.com; Call/text (931) 397-6359
• Please do NOT get out of your car.
• You will have to sign to pick up your yearbook.
• Please bring a pen so we are not sharing germs.
• If you are concerned about germs, wear a mask, gloves, etc.
• Questions? Email gneely@oc-sd.com; Call/text (931) 397-6359
Summer Reading & Writing Skills
Live Online Programs for Preschoolers Through Entering 12th Graders
Chromebook and packet turn in
Students need to turn in chromebooks and/or packets May 18th or May 20th 8-9 am
Free Educational Resources Provided by the TN Department of Education
All Tennessee families can sign up NOW for a free subscription to ReadyRosie through September 1. - PBS Partnership Launches This Week
Kindergarten Registration May 4th
Overton County Schools Kindergarten Registration will be held on May 4th. It will be by phone only. Parents/Guardians will need to call the school that their child will attend.
Overton County Schools Update to Meals for Students
Beginning Monday, March 30th, Meals will be served for any citizen 18 years and younger at the locations below. We will only be serving on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the next several weeks. Students will receive two breakfasts and two lunches on Monday and Wednesday. On Friday students/children will get meals for Friday. Meals are served at the schools from 8:00 am – 8:45 a.m. At the designated sites where a bus is delivering meals, they will be served from 9:00-9:45 a.m. All meals are free!
Getting Started with Microsoft Teams for Remote Learning
This quick video shows students how to sign in to their Microsoft Teams app to connect with their class.
Coronavirus Information (Updated 3/18/20)
In an effort to serve your child during our school closure, we ask that you complete this survey by Sunday, March 22. Please read the full article for links to the survey for your child's school.
Common Sense Steps to Prevent Coronavirus Disease
Concerns about the coronavirus and COVID-19, the respiratory illness it causes, are on the rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) the best way to prevent the virus is to avoid exposure.
Learn to Code over Spring Break!
Bored and looking for something to do this spring break? Why not learn to code? Learn to build a game or program a mini computer with these free live streams. The live streams start Monday, March 16th and stream everyday.