With block scheduling, seniors were not in school long enough each day to receive funding from the state on its per pupil attendance ratio. Early dismissal for seniors had been a fixture in Sumner County for numerous years initiated to help alleviate overcrowding. With the change in senior project, many seniors are opting to take a fourth class again creating a space problem for the schools. We have had to add a fourth agriculture teacher and another consumer science teacher. Many of the seniors are opting to take a vocational elective for their fourth class.
Space is also limited at all county high schools.
The change in senior project has been handled well by students, both principals said. Even though it is causing some to remain at school for the entire day. Visit these other Gannett sites for more news and information from Middle Tennessee. The News Examiner, All rights reserved. Inc. Newspaper Use of this site signifies that you agree to our Terms of Service .