Tag: Sequatchie County Schools
Two Sequatchie County Students Facing Legal Action for Bullying
Two students at Sequatchie High School are facing legal action in connection with an incident the school district described as “bullying.” The Director of Schools confirmed the matter in a Facebook statement, indicating that charges have been filed with local law enforcement. The Director reiterated the district’s zero-tolerance policy regarding bullying and emphasized the importance …
Sequatchie County teacher arrested after physically assaulting student
A Sequatchie County teacher has been arrested after physically assaulting a special needs student. On August 19, 2025, deputies with the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) were made aware of a student who was assaulted at Griffith Elementary School. The SCSO said upon further investigation, it was determined that teacher Holly Condra physically assaulted the …
Bus Blitz Held Monday in Sequatchie County, More to Come
On Monday afternoon, the Dunlap Police Department and the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office, in cooperation with the Sequatchie County Schools, conducted their first Bus Blitz this school year. They were looking for vehicles that did not stop for school buses loading and unloading children. A Dunlap Police officer also rode one of the buses, watching …
Local School Calendars for 2025-2026 school year
July has reached it’s midpoint and back-to-school time will soon be here. While most parents know very well the days and dates, sometimes we do need a little reminder…and with that, here’s the school calendars for our area public schools (and others, as provided)… We have also linked to a downloadable PDF — just look …
Sequatchie County Athletic Trainer arrested after child and animal pornography found on phone
A now former athletic trainer for Sequatchie County Schools was arrested last Friday after officers found images of child pornography and sexual acts with animals on his cell phone. District Attorney Courtney Lynch requested an investigator look in to reports that Donald Brent Oliver committed sex crimes against children. According to the arrest report, Oliver …
Helping Those in Need in Sequatchie County
On Friday, the Sequatchie County Lions Club and employees with the Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office, and the Dunlap Police Department came together for a heartwarming community effort. They collected food, toys, and monetary donations raised by the students at Sequatchie County Schools. The students’ efforts were impressive; they raised over $1,800 and collected more than …
Sequatchie County Schools will Release Early on Wednesday
The Sequatchie County School system will have an abbreviated school day on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. This abbreviated day will allow staff to partner with local law enforcement to plan and review important safety practices. Car Rider Loading Time: 11:20 a.m. Bus Loading Time: 11:30 a.m. Please arrange your child’s pick-up and communicate any changes …
Lack of Drivers Causes Changes for Friday School Bus Routes and Numbers in Sequatchie County
Due to the lack of substitute bus drivers, Sequatchie County Schools will dismiss bus #12 early at 1 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 4th. Bus routes will not run for number 8-1st load or 8-2nd load in the afternoon. Parents of students who ride bus #12 and wish for their child/children to remain at school for …
New S.R.O. Vehicles to Honor Sequatchie County’s Heritage
The Sequatchie County Sheriff’s Office has received three new S.R.O. vehicles, one for each of the three schools in our school system. The vehicles’ wrapping has been designed to honor the county’s rich Native American heritage. The county got its name from the Sequatchie Valley, which was named by the Cherokee tribes occupying this valley …
