She has published numerous articles about topics such as STEM, teacher training, technology in the classroom, special education, and leadership. Open communication and high standards characterize her work. Elkin City Schools will soon be seeking a new leader following the announcement Monday night near the end of the monthly school board meeting that Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe will be retiring Superintendent ; Careers . <> For more, see the July 22 issue of the Bledsonian-Banner. (Q@((aEPEPEPEPEP (QE( (QE QE Four of the five applicants come from within the school district and the fifth lives in Marion County, records show. CONTACT US ; Dr. Bledsoe entered the field of education in 1994 as a secondary math and science teacher in Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD and Belton ISD. Genese Sapp, County Clerk . All Tennessee families can order one booklet pack for each of their kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade students atthis link, which can also be found on thebutton below. Qualifications and Duties of the Director of Schools. 1995-2021 Montgomery County Public Schools, 850 Hungerford Drive, Rockville, Maryland 20850 . Evaluation of the Director of Schools. <>>>/MediaBox[ 0 0 611.28 790.56]/Contents 6 0 R >> Our goal is to develop well rounded, confident and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. Additionally, teaching research courses and supervising doctoral students in dissertation research established a strong knowledge base about a variety of education topics. Zach Olendorf, Assessor of Property . The great thing I have is a support system in place in my family, my coworkers, my friends, said Bledsoe. (Q@(((AEPEP0( ( (QE QE( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( (QE QE Through this partnership, GELF and TDOE want to encourage at-home reading practice to help young learners become stronger readers outside of the classroom.Based on a childs grade level, they will receive. Five finalists for the Bledsoe school superintendent job will begin interviewing on Jan. 19. Bledsoe, Mrs. Amy R. Substitute Teacher Staff Spec. The retirement celebrations have been ongoing this week for Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe, who was surprised Monday morning with The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the states highest honor, and then with ice cream parties at schools all day, followed by a retirement reception for family, friends and community members Tuesday evening. 2 0 obj I admire him because of his accomplishments, his commitment to the community. Home of the Bledsoe County Warriors 478 Spring Street, Pikeville, TN 37367 PH: 423-447-2914 | FX: 423-447-7135 Board of Education Office Hours: 8:00 - 4:00 - Monday - Friday All Bledsoe County Schools will be on Spring Break April 7, 2023 until April 16, 2023 Everyone will return on Monday April 17, 2023 "BCHS CLASS OF 2023 TOP TEN STUDENTS 1. We grew up together in Siloam Methodist Church, said Marion Venable, who heads the Surry Community College Foundation. We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. Frank Hudson is Bledsoe County High School's band director and has taught high school and middle school instrumental music since 2000. 877 Main Street, Pikeville, TN 37367 PH: 423-447-6851 | FX: 423-447-6286. ( HCS Superintendent Dr. Justin Robertson said the appointment of principals "fulfills . Box 718, 3419 Main St. Newberry, SC 29108 803.321.2600 803.321.2604. Dr. Jason Couch, center, visits with Marion Venable, left, who grew up in Siloam with Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe, and Yvonne Hodges, Bledsoes neighbor in Elkin, during a retirement celebration in honor of Bledsoe Tuesday at Fairfield Inn. Marvin Smith, Road Superintendent . The board hired Kiper to replace McDaniel in 2008. As Everette and Ann Miller entertain the crowd for Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledseos retirement celebration, Ann puts in a plug in one of her songs about school board attorney, Fred Johnson, right, who gets a laugh out of it along with Surry County Commissioners Buck Golding, left, and Eddie Harris. Independent candidates qualifying for the August General Election: Lee and friends to perform on Main Street Stage, Preliminary hearing held in Rhea, Frizzell and Schmidt bound over, Bledsoe shines at TTU Regional Science Fair, Child seriously injured by hit and run driver, Zig introduces students to musical concepts using math, science & more. Friday, neighboring Bledsoe County announced schools there would be closed Monday-Wednesday . | Updated January 13, 2012 at 1:00 a.m. Bledsoe County school board members will pick from five local candidates for the school system's top slot, beginning with interviews set for Jan. 19. Trey and Christie Bledsoe have called Belton/Temple home since 1998. What an impact, influence hes had on the community.. Teaching Staff Contact Name Job Title Administrative Staff . (IiO4Ni9. Spearman sometimes. The greatest thing I can say is when the board of education hired me, they inherited a hardworking lady in Steva. She will take office September 15, per her contract. 2021-2022 Calendar. Careers ; Recruiting Calendar; About Our Hiring Process; Search Jobs ; . (Q@(AEPEPEPEPEPEPEPEP0( ( (QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE( ( ( (QE QE QE QE ( . Bledsoe County Private Acts: County Officials; Legislative Body; County Mayor : Greggory Ridley (423) 447-6855 bledsoemayor@bledsoe.net: Hwy Chief Admin Off . $4%&'()*56789:CDEFGHIJSTUVWXYZcdefghijstuvwxyz " ? We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use. Negotiations the past two weeks with Selina Sparkman to assume the role of Bledsoe County Director of Schools led to the Board of Education offering her a contract at a special called meeting on Tuesday, August 31. Toggle Menu About Calendar. Lee and friends to perform on Main Street Stage, Preliminary hearing held in Rhea, Frizzell and Schmidt bound over, Bledsoe shines at TTU Regional Science Fair, Child seriously injured by hit and run driver, Zig introduces students to musical concepts using math, science & more. Sparkman, attending via video conference, accepted the position and said she was honored. Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe, background, right of center, introduces incoming interim superintendent, Dr. Don Martin, to his family members at Bledsoes retirement celebration Tuesday at Fairfield Inn in Elkin. She strives to build teams of educators that serve students and families in creative ways. Five finalists for the Bledsoe school superintendent job will begin interviewing on Jan. 19. January 13, 2012 at 1:00 a.m. School District of Newberry County P.O. ( ( Jennifer Terry, Director of Schools . } !1AQa"q2#BR$3br Choose tab: Get InvolvedThen scroll over & select: Educator, Youth Worker, CoachThen scroll over & Select: Professional Development SeriesScroll down & select: Choose StateScroll down & select: View CoursesChoose: 2 hour CoursesScroll down & choose: Youth Suicide: A Silent Epidemic (Module 5)Choose: Take Course (log in if you remember your password. ( ( Rehabilitation Act. ( Staff Support - Bledsoe County Schools Home of the Bledsoe County Warriors 478 Spring Street, Pikeville, TN 37367 PH: 423-447-2914 | FX: 423-447-7135 Board of Education Office Hours: 8:00 - 4:00 - Monday - Friday Staff Support Digital Citizenship Resources Common Sense Education on E-rate and CIPA: Toolkit for Teachers Tuesday was the last official day on the job as Director for James Ellis under his current contract, following his resignation announcement in July. I never dreamed 42 years ago Id be able to go on the journeys Ive gone on and end up in Surry County near home, he said. As educators we will support students in whatever future path they choose, whether the college, career technical or work path. 5.805. Library. Allen C. Pratt, principal at South Pittsburg High School since 2007, also has worked for Walker County, Ga., schools and at Oak Ridge High School. 5.804. TN Testing Code of Ethics. His last day as Director will be August 31, according to a letter he wrote to Board Chairman Vincent Boring. Suicide Prevention (2 hour training) will be computer based. ( Applicants include former Pikeville Elementary School Principal James R. Ellis, Bledsoe County High School Vice Principal and Athletic Director Greg Harwood, Bledsoe High band director and music teacher Frank Hudson, South Pittsburg High School Principal Allen Pratt and Bledsoe County Vocational School Principal Jennifer Terry. This website endeavors to comply with best practices and standards defined by Section 508 of the U.S. He said Elkin helped keep his parents employed and making money which sent him to school, and now he is back in Elkin. 3 PART A Heath Hudson [R] DIST. ( ( Valuing diversity, she knows that each person has something unique to offer. During the celebration, Bledsoes cousin, Everette Miller and his wife, Ann, entertained the crowd with special songs Ann had personalized to fit Bledsoe and his retirement. Board members passed a resolution in October that included a measure to appoint a selection committee made up of nonelected local residents, but the committee was dissolved in a 6-1 vote the next month in favor of leaving the selection process up to the school board. Assistant Superintendent of Administraton and Student Services 803-321-2600 . "I'm very happy with the lineup we have chosen," Angel said. Dr. Robin Copp (Interim) Achievement School District Reecha Black Alamo City Schools Rebecca Stone Those attending his celebration Tuesday at Fairfield Inn, which was catered by Heavens Scent and Mazzinis, had nothing but great things to say about Bledsoe and his dedication to education and the community during his 38 years as an educators, serving in roles from teacher, coach and administrator and ending as superintendent. (Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@(aEPEPEPEPEPHii(3 E&9LE% P@4hsGJ# )(4P htQA=i(h({RREPEP0(QE(QE QE QE QE QE QE QE QE Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe, kneeling, is surrounded by his family who came from near and far to celebrate his retirement Tuesday at Fairfield Inn in Elkin. Sparkman, attending via video conference, accepted the position and said she was honored. 8:00 - 4:00 - Monday - Friday. The school serves grades ninth through 12th. Staff Directory . All rights reserved. 301-279-3280. "I feel any one of these candidates would be a strong candidate for our local schools director. 8:00 - 4:00 - Monday - Friday, The Bledsoe County Board of Education will meet in recessed session April 17, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. at Bledsoe County Middle School, TCAP Testing begins on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 for all students is grades 2-8. Bledsoe County High School; Bledsoe County Career and Tech Center; District; Home of the Bledsoe County Warriors. This week, both said they are satisfied with the final five candidates. ( His last day as Director will be August 31, according to a letter he wrote to Board Chairman Vincent Boring. ( 2023 Bledsoe County Educators of the Year, 2021 Standards for School-administered Child Care, No Cost Clinic coming to Bledsoe County in June. 5.803. Dr. Bledsoe County High School, a place of safety, integrity, respect and academics for a better future and community. Z(6AFQ)hm LJ0=)hR@ (JZ(0=( Superintendent ; Careers . 2 PART A Tim Campbell [D] Suzanne Schoolfield Sapp [R] DIST. Lee and friends to perform on Main Street Stage, Preliminary hearing held in Rhea, Frizzell and Schmidt bound over, Bledsoe shines at TTU Regional Science Fair, Child seriously injured by hit and run driver, Zig introduces students to musical concepts using math, science & more. It comes full circle for me, said Bledsoe as he took the opportunity to share a few words with his friends and family. EDUCATION SUPERINTENDENT Both parties have crowded fields after Republican Education Superintendent Molly Spearman decided not to run again after eight years in the job. Employment - Bledsoe County Schools Employee Home of the Bledsoe County Warriors 478 Spring Street, Pikeville, TN 37367 PH: 423-447-2914 | FX: 423-447-7135 Board of Education Office Hours: 8:00 - 4:00 - Monday - Friday Employment Equal Opportunity Employment Discretely Presented Bledsoe County School Department: 130 Statement of Activities I-1 131 Balance Sheet - Governmental Funds I-2 132-133 . I love what I do and going to school. Bledsoe thanked the members of the original school board who hired him and allowing a high school principal to come here to be a superintendent.. Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe is greeted by cousin Everette Miller, left, and Myra Cook, president of the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce, during his retirement celebration Tuesday. Elkin City Schools Board of Education Chairman Dr. Richard Brinegar says a couple of words and introduces surprise entertainment during Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoes retirement celebration Tuesday. (Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@Q@%-( (QE Our goal is to develop well rounded, confident and responsible individuals who aspire to achieve their full potential. ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT. James R. Ellis was principal of Pikeville Elementary School from 2006-2010 and was a teacher and . 478 Spring Street, Pikeville, TN 37367PH: 423-447-2914 | FX: 423-447-7135Board of Education Office Hours: Dr. Bledsoe entered the field of education in 1994 as a secondary math and science teacher in Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD and Belton ISD. Neighbor Yvonne Hodges said she admires Bledsoes hard work. ", "I would have loved to have seen a few more," Everett said, "but I think we've got a formidable group.". In Tennessee, 145 public school districts serve a diverse mix of schools, students, and communities. At the request of the student, or a parent/guardian of the student, additional time may be provided. Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe, second from left, visits with Surry County Schools Superintendent Dr. Travis Reeves, left, Ben Mastin, one of the owners of. Board Vice Chairman Bobby Angel was the lone supporter of the committee, but said he understood the other board members' reasoning. Dr. Robin Copp (Interim) #, TOSS, 401 Church Street, Ste. Schools Board of Education Employee Strategic Plan Home of the Bledsoe County Warriors 478 Spring Street, Pikeville, TN 37367 PH: 423-447-2914 | FX: 423-447-7135 Board of Education Office Hours: 8:00 - 4:00 - Monday - Friday Documents Please click on arrow below each posting for further information. ( Bledsoe, Mrs. Amy R. Substitute System Organizational Chart. (%- QE(QE Deanna Rains, Trustee . 275 FM2483, Morgan's Point Resort, TX 76513, Priority Charter Schools > Assistant Superintendents Office, Christie Bledsoe, EdD The order will be delivered to the mailing address provided and fulfilled in the order it was received. Every day was a great day to be a Buckin Elk.. Deanna Rains, Trustee . ( Contact Montgomery County Public Schools. This will take you to a quizOnce you have completed 5 chapters, print your certificate. ( Bledsoe County High School, a place of safety, integrity, respect and academics for a better future and community. Longtime board member Sue Everett argued in November that decisions should lie with the elected panel throughout the process. Tennessee Superintendent Directory In Tennessee, 145 public school districts serve a diverse mix of schools, students, and communities. endobj w !1AQaq"2B #3Rbr ( Director of Schools Recruitment and Selection. Both suits eventually were dismissed, newspaper archives show. We will do this by providing a driven, focused, and supportive learning environment in which everyone is equal and all achievements are celebrated. This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Chattanooga Times Free Press, Inc. Material from the Associated Press is Copyright 2023, Associated Press and may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ( Source: Bledsoe County Board of Education. <> We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. He also taught music at schools in Paulding County in Georgia and in Marion, Knox and Loudon counties in Tennessee since 1988. Hamilton County Schools (HCS) on Friday announced eight leadership assignments for the 2023-24 school year. 857 Main Street, Pikeville, TN 37367 PH: 423-447-3212 | FX: 423-447-3187. JZ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( (QE(QE Follow the directions to access the training, Common Sense Education on E-rate and CIPA: Toolkit for Teachers, Digital Literacy & Citizen Classroom Curriculum, What Your Students Really Need to Know About Digital Citizenship, School Safety Training with Brandon Smith, Bloodborne Pathogens' Training with Michelle Holland, Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC), School Messenger Presence (SMP) - Web Site Resources, State of Tennessee Benefits Administration. Some had those in attendance laughing, while others were more reflective. ( Rehabilitation Act. %PDF-1.3 Director of Schools : Selina Sparkman (423) 447-2914 Selinasparkman@bledsoecountyschools.org: Finance/Budget Director : Amanda Slaven (423) 447-6855 Hes a farmer, and Im a farmer, she said of both of them growing up on a farm. I love Elkin City Schools. Current Superintendent Bill Kiper will leave his post at the end of the 2011-12 school year, and officials have said they'd like someone in place before his exit to work with him through the transition. Careers ; Recruiting Calendar; About Our Hiring Process; Search Jobs ; . She said Bledsoe has served as a lay speaker for the Yadkin Valley district of the Methodist Church. . A little over a year after first taking over as Bledsoe County Director of Schools, James Ellis is stepping down from the top position, he told members of the Bledsoe County Board of Education on Monday, July 19 in a special called meeting. Michael Walker, Circuit, General Sessions, and Juvenile Courts Clerk . This directory provides the name of each district's superintendent and a link to the district's website. 3 PART B Johnny Mack Swafford [R] ( Ive answered a bell for 54 years, he said, realizing that after the end of June, he wont be answering a bell anymore. Terry says the school board voted. McDaniel became embroiled in lawsuits, one filed against him by a teacher over her tenure and another filed by him against the school system over his contract. Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe is greeted by school board member Dr. Jane Riley, center, and ARK Executive Director Cynthia Cothren during his retirement celebration Tuesday. Jennifer L. Terry is principal and vocational and technical education director for the Bledsoe County Vocational School and also has worked at the facility as a counselor, marketing instructor and GED counselor since 1992. Amy_R_Bledsoe@mcpsmd.org. 877 Main Street, Pikeville, TN 37367PH: 423-447-6851 | FX: 423-447-6286. Qz <> My success is probably more because of her and all the people she knows. Zach Olendorf, Assessor of Property . ( 4 0 obj They support their children Joseph, Joshua, Rachel, and Rebekah in many academic, athletic, and musical events in the area. The interviews will lead to a decision as soon as Jan. 23, according to officials. Ike Bledsoe Board Member School District of Newberry County Board . Of all the roles she fills, being a wife and mother are her favorites. Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe, back row, center, is surrounded by his family who came from near and far to celebrate his retirement Tuesday at Fairfield Inn in Elkin. Amy_R_Bledsoe@mcpsmd.org. 2710, Nashville, TN 37219. For more, see the September 9 issue of The Bledsonian-Banner. Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe, second from left, visits with Surry County Schools Superintendent Dr. Travis Reeves, left, Ben Mastin, one of the owners of Fairfield Inn, and Dr. Todd Martin, Yadkin County Schools superintendent, during Bledsoes retirement celebration Tuesday. ( Call: 240-740-3000 | Spanish Hotline: 240-740-2845 E-mail: ASKMCPS . ) - endobj Lunchroom. Principal's Corner. If not, choose register)After watching the videos, choose: Mark Complete. Copyright 2023, Chattanooga Times Free Press, Inc. 3 0 obj He also has worked for the U.S. Department of Defense and was a self-employed dairy farmer between 1978 and 1985. Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. ( ( Wendy Byerly Wood may be reached at 336-258-4035 or on Twitter @wendywoodeditor. Z(6j Jennifer Terry, Director of Schools . *uMQz Bledsoe is a wonderful man, said board of education Chairman Dr. Richard Brinegar. %&'()*456789:CDEFGHIJSTUVWXYZcdefghijstuvwxyz The Tennessee legislature passed a new state law last spring for TCAP/EOC Tests. Z(6AI? JFIF PFU ScanSnap Home #iX500 C &"((&"%$*0=3*-9.$%5H59?ADED)3KPJBO=CDA CA,%,AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA 1 PART A Ronnie Sapp [R] DIST. % ROAD SUPERINTENDENT Robby B. Roberson [R] Tim Simmons [R] Tobe Smith [R] GENERAL SESSIONS JUDGE Howard L. Upchurch [D] COUNTY COMMISSION DIST. Everette and Ann Miller entertain Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe and his family and friends with songs written for him during his retirement celebration Tuesday at Fairfield Inn in Elkin. Greg Harwood has been vice principal and athletic director at Bledsoe County High School since 2009. Assistant Superintendent. They worship and serve in a local church. 5 0 obj A little over a year after first taking over as Bledsoe County Director of Schools, James Ellis is stepping down from the top position, he told members of the Bledsoe County Board of Education on Monday, July 19 in a special called meeting. <>stream Negotiations the past two weeks with Selina Sparkman to assume the role of Bledsoe County Director of Schools led to the Board of Education offering her a contract at a special called meeting on Tuesday, August 31. He had prior teaching stints at South Pittsburg and Whitwell high schools and at The Bright School in Chattanooga. His letter did not elaborate on why he was resigning the position. Most recently, Dr. Bledsoe served as a professor at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, where she taught math and science methods for preservice teachers. He also has worked for the West Georgia Regional Educational Service Agency, Gordon County, Ga., schools, Cartersville, Ga., City Schools and Chattanooga City Schools since 1986. The AP will not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing. ( I hope what Elkin helped do for me, my term of eight years Ive helped Elkin, Bledsoe said. Dr. Bledsoe prioritizes developing positive relationships to facilitate growth within an organization. ( ( 1 0 obj Please call your child's school or testing coordinator Mrs. Farrah Fields for information about how to make a request. ( ( Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe hugs his cousin, Everette Miller, after Miller and wife Ann entertained with personalized songs during Bledsoes retirement celebration Tuesday. Although hes in the education field, he has given of his time and talents to the community.. The Board will decide at their August 2 meeting if they need to appoint an interim Director of Schools while they search for a successor to Ellis. This website endeavors to comply with best practices and standards defined by Section 508 of the U.S. He helped me on the school board and educated me. ( Everette is Bledsoes cousin. Bledsoe County High School; Bledsoe County Career and Tech Center; District; Home of the Bledsoe County Warriors. The Bledsoes are actively involved in the community. Director of Schools Communication Policy. Schools continue to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students during the 2021-'22 school year. Substitute Teacher Staff Spec . Discretely Presented Bledsoe County School Department K-9 174-184 . Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe shares thanks with the family, friends and community members who gathered for his retirement celebration Tuesday. ( endobj 478 Spring Street, Pikeville, TN 37367PH: 423-447-2914 | FX: 423-447-7135Board of Education Office Hours: Daycare Substitute Bus Assistants Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe gets in a laugh as Everette and Ann Miller entertain with personalized songs during Bledsoes retirement celebration Tuesday. (( ()i)h (QE( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( (QE Robby Roberson, Road Superintendent . She is passionate about effective teaching because education changes the future for children and for society. endobj 5.802. He comes from parents who were the best neighbors, were community-minded and served as Ruritans, and Randy has continued that tradition, Venable said. ( Rehabilitation Act. All requests must be submitted prior to testing. 301-279-3280. This website endeavors to comply with best practices and standards defined by Section 508 of the U.S. 2018 Elkin Tribune Privacy Policy. Since 2006, Bledsoe has had three directors of schools, including Ronny Colvard, who retired in 2006 and was replaced through appointment by former Assistant Director Clettis McDaniel. Most recently, Dr. Bledsoe served as a professor at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, where she taught math and science methods for preservice teachers. Candidates who filed by the February 17 deadline for the May 3 Primary in Bledsoe County are (note these individuals filed by the deadline but will not be certified until February 22, 2022 by the Bledsoe County Election Commission): CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE 12TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DIVISION I, CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE 12TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DIVISION II, CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE 12TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, DIVISION III, DISTRICT ATTORNEY GENERAL 12TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT. Hodges said Bledsoe and his wife, Steva, are very good neighbors and she spoke of the beautiful flowers and decor they maintain. ( Phone Number: 931.372.3170 Title: Director/Superintendenti Phone Number: 423.447.2914 Name: Susan Colllins Title: TTU Placement Coordinator Name: Suzy Hook Title: TTU Placement Coordinator EPP Contact!Designee Name: Dr. Amy Brown Email Address: abbrown@ tntech.edu LEA Contact!Desi nee Name: Selina Sparkman Email Address: JZ(0=(R@ KE `zR@ F-J)haEPEPEPEPIKE(9Si C 'NtQsN(3GZ\Q{1($1Z) R@ E h Elkin City Schools Superintendent Dr. Randy Bledsoe and wife, Steva, visit with Paul Hammes, left, CEO of Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital, and Terry Darnell, second from left, during Bledsoes retirement celebration Tuesday. PIKEVILLE, Tenn. Bledsoe County Schools superintendent Jennifer Terry says the Bledsoe County High School's band program will be fully reinstated. 2 PART B Andy (Andrew) J Swafford [R] DIST. This directory provides the name of each district's superintendent and a link to the district's website. 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