Cheatham County School District celebrates continued academic growth and community partnerships

The Cheatham County Schools Board convened on April 10, 2025, to discuss various agenda items, including school improvement plans and community partnerships. The meeting commenced with a recognition of the employees of the month, highlighting the district's appreciation for their contributions.

The board then moved to amend the agenda, adding a discussion on the adoption of a new science textbook. This amendment was approved unanimously after a brief discussion.

Following this, the board addressed the school improvement plan goal update. A representative presented an overview of the district's academic performance, celebrating three consecutive years of achieving level 5 growth on state assessments. The goal remains to ensure that 80% of students score on track or mastery in state End-of-Course tests. The representative emphasized the importance of providing quality tier 1 instruction across all subjects and shared strategies to support students who are close to achieving higher performance levels.

The discussion included a focus on community engagement, with updates on partnerships with local organizations such as Habitat for Humanity. The district has raised over $6,000 through various fundraising efforts, including a "hats worthy" initiative where students pay to wear hats on designated days. Additionally, the board highlighted a recent grant awarded to a science teacher for STEM activities, further enhancing educational resources.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue fostering community partnerships and improving student achievement, setting the stage for future initiatives aimed at maintaining academic excellence in Cheatham County Schools.