New Registration for all schools in Decatur County:

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🌞📚 Summer School is Almost Here! 📚🌞
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Don't forget to complete and return your Summer School application! All forms are due by Thursday, May 15th.
Let’s keep the learning going strong this summer! ☀️✏️
🎉 IT'S TIME!
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Click the link below to register for the 2025–26 school year.
Let’s get ahead and make it a great year!
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👉 https://www.decaturcountyschools.com/.../student...

Happy School Nurse Day to our amazing staff! 🩺💙
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Without you, our schools wouldn’t be the safe, healthy, and caring places they are. Thank you for your compassion, your calm in every storm, and your dedication to every student and staff member. You go above and beyond every single day, and we are so grateful for you!
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#SchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses #DecaturCountySchools

🎉 IT'S TIME!
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Click the link below to register for the 2025–26 school year.
Let’s get ahead and make it a great year!
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👉 https://www.decaturcountyschools.com/.../student...

Decatur County Virtual Academy is a valuable educational option offered by Decatur County Schools! 🌟
If you're seeking an alternative route for your child's learning journey — one that offers flexibility, support, and academic excellence — look no further.
📞 Contact our team today to learn more about how Virtual Academy can meet your family's needs and support your child's success!

Decatur County Schools is proud to announce our...

Decatur County Board of Education Meeting
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Public input begins at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting at 6:15 p.m.

🎉 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🍎🥪
Let’s hear it for our amazing School Lunch Staff!
Day in and day out, these incredible ladies make sure our children are well-fed and cared for with love and dedication. They take true pride in their work — and while they may not hear it enough, today we shout it loud: THANK YOU! 🙌
We count on each of you, and we are so proud and grateful for the heart you put into serving our students every single day. You truly are heroes! 💛
#SchoolLunchHeroDay #ThankYou #SchoolLunch

The Decatur County School System is hiring for the following positions :
. - PRINCIPAL
. - ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
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Applications may be either:
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- Picked up at the Board of Education Office and sent to Hugh Smith, Personnel Supervisor, at Decatur County Board of Education, 59 West Main Street, Decaturville, TN or emailed to hugh.smith@decaturschools.org.
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- Or filled out and submitted from www.decaturcountyschools.com under the Employment tab.
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Only applicants with a current Tennessee teacher license with an endorsement in School Administration and Supervision (ILL-Professional Administrator 443 or ILL-Beginning Administrator 442) will be considered for the position.
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If you have questions or inquiries, please contact Melinda Thompson, Director of Schools, at (731)852-2292 or melinda.thompson@decaturschools.org.
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The deadline for applying is May 4, 2025.

Now Hiring: Bus Drivers
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The Decatur County School System is seeking Bus Drivers. Requirements: CDL certified with PS Endorsement. (Will train if needed to get CDL certified with PS Endorsement). Interested applicants may contact Mr. Don Funderburk, Transportation Director at (731) 845-9104 or apply in person at the Decatur County Board of Education at 59 West Main Street Decaturville, TN. 38329.
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Online application: www.decaturcountyschools.org under the Employment tab, Noncertified Application.

Now Hiring: Transportation Assistant
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The Decatur County Board of Education is accepting applications for Transportation Department Assistant. Applications may be picked up at the Board of Education, 59 West Main Street, Decaturville, TN 38329 or submitted online at www.decaturcountyschools.com under the employment tab. Applications may be emailed to Mr. Hugh Smith, Personnel Supervisor at hugh.smith@decaturschools.org. For more information, please contact Mr. Don Funderburk, Transportation Supervisor (731)852-3259 or don.funderburk@decaturschools.org. Applications will be accepted through Friday, May 9, 2025.
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Please see the Job Description Below:
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Reports To: Transportation Director
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Employment: Full time employment
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Qualifications:
* High school diploma or GED
* Strong computer knowledge. Excel, Word
* Drivers’ license required
* CDL License a plus, Willing to train to get CDL License
* Maintain accurate records
* Must be able to pass a TBI Fingerprint Background Check and submit a completed Physician Certificate
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Performance Responsibilities:
* Perform all secretarial and bookkeeper duties for the Transportation Department.
* Bookkeeping experience a plus.
* Ability to perform tasks on time to meet state and federal requirements.
* Knowledge and understanding of student transportation, rules and regulations
governing student transportation.
* Possess a high level of skill in communication, both written and verbal.
* Ability to perform duties and responsibilities of the transportation Dept.
* Build positive relationships with all district staff.
* Maintain confidentiality of students and staff information.
* Perform other duties assign by Transportation Director or Director of Schools.
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PHYSICAL AND ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS:
* Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand/arm movements
* Medium to heavy work load
* Moderate exposure to vehicle fumes and chemicals.

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Here is the Decatur County Schools 2025–2026 School Calendar!
Stay ahead and start planning for a great school year! 🏫📚🍎


The Decatur County School System is hiring for the following positions :
. - PRINCIPAL
. - ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
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Applications may be either:
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- Picked up at the Board of Education Office and sent to Hugh Smith, Personnel Supervisor, at Decatur County Board of Education, 59 West Main Street, Decaturville, TN or emailed to hugh.smith@decaturschools.org.
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- Or filled out and submitted from www.decaturcountyschools.com under the Employment tab.
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Only applicants with a current Tennessee teacher license with an endorsement in School Administration and Supervision (ILL-Professional Administrator 443 or ILL-Beginning Administrator 442) will be considered for the position.
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If you have questions or inquiries, please contact Melinda Thompson, Director of Schools, at (731)852-2292 or melinda.thompson@decaturschools.org.
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The deadline for applying is May 4, 2025.

Decatur County Board of Education Work Session:
📅 Tuesday, April 22nd
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Decatur County Board of Education
The agenda will include:
• Budget
• Director's Contract
• Miscellaneous Items
🌞📚 Summer School is Almost Here! 📚🌞
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Don't forget to complete and return your Summer School application! All forms are due by Thursday, April 17th.
Let’s keep the learning going strong this summer! ☀️✏️

📚✏️ Standardized Testing Days Are Here!
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Decatur County Schools encourages all parents and guardians to help their children start each testing day strong with a nutritious breakfast. A healthy meal can make a big difference in focus and performance!
🍽️ And don’t forget—ALL STUDENTS eat FREE at school!
Let’s set our students up for success together. 💪📖
#DecaturCountySchools #FuelForSuccess #TestingWeek #WeSupportOurStudents

DCMS 2025-26 CHEERLEADERS 📣
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Congratulations, Ladies!!! 💙💛💙
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🎉 Happy Assistant Principals Week! 🎉
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Join us in celebrating the incredible Assistant Principals! An Assistant Principal's leadership, dedication, and support should make a difference in the lives of our students, teachers, and school communities. Whether they're handling discipline with grace, supporting instruction, encouraging students, or stepping in wherever they're needed — it's very much appreciated!
Thank you all!
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#AssistantPrincipalsWeek #ThankYouAPs #WeAppreciateYou

