CMCSS announces Author Ruta Sepetys to speak at West Creek High School
October 2, 2017
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System is excited to host author Ruta Sepetys at West Creek High School on November 14th, 2017.
She will be speaking to our entire freshmen class in our Theater, converse with students during lunch for Questions & Answers, and sign copies of her book.
Ruta Sepetys. (Kacie Lynn Wheeler)
CMCSS announces Author Michael Shoulders Visit to West Creek High School
October 2, 2017
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System is excited to host children’s book author, Michael Shoulders, at West Creek High School on October 24th, 2017.
He will be conducting two presentations, one for all 10th grade students and another for all 11th grade students.
Michael Shoulders
Native Cultural Circle Presents Books to CMCSS
August 18, 2017
Montgomery County, TN – Clarksville’s Native Cultural Circle presented books to Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) Middle Schools Friday, August 18th, 2017.
The books feature Native American Stories and Environmental Activities.
Native American Books
9th Annual Pass and Go Event Set for Saturday, August 5th
August 4, 2017
Montgomery County, TN – A record number of Clarksville-Montgomery County School System high schoolers participated in taking Advanced Placement (AP) exams with their pass results more than double the national average.
One of the key reasons for CMCSS students’ success is the great incentive of winning a brand new car.
Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk to be held August 3rd, 2017
August 2, 2017
Clarksville, TN – Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.
With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.
First Thursday Art Walk in downtown Clarksville
Clarksville is prime location for the Great American Eclipse
July 19, 2017
Clarksville-Montgomery County Residents must take precautions during August 21st event
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville-Montgomery County is in the path of the Great American Eclipse of August 21st, 2017, making this a prime destination for those who want to view this rare astronomical occurrence.
This will be the first coast-to-coast eclipse in 98 years and the first in the continental United States since 1978. The eclipse can only be seen in a path 60 miles wide across the United State, so this will be a once in a lifetime experience to to witness a fascinating natural phenomenon.
CMCSS names CHS Principal Jena Luna Director of High Schools
July 18, 2017
CMCSS Announces Other Appointments
Montgomery County, TN – The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System has made four administrative appointments for leadership positions.
Jean Luna is named the Director of High Schools for CMCSS. She has 19 years of experience in education in the states of Iowa, Washington, North Carolina and Tennessee. She will earn her doctorate of education from Lipscomb University this December.
Jena Luna named CMCSS Director of High Schools
Austin Peay State University College of Science and Mathematics renamed College of STEM
June 30, 2017
Clarksville, TN – In the next decade, analysts predict that Amazon, Apple, Google or Tesla will become the world’s first trillion-dollar, publicly traded company.
The astounding growth of these companies—Barclays predicts Amazon will triple its revenue by 2027—is leading many to argue that America’s economic future has become dependent on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education.
Austin Peay State University Chemistry Class. (APSU)
Clarksville-Montgomery County Welcomes AAU Boys’ National Basketball Championships July 7th-12th
June 28, 2017
Visitor Spending Expected to Total $2.5 Million
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville-Montgomery County is poised to welcome nearly 3,000 guests next week for two divisions of the Amateur Athletic Union’s Boy’s 10-and-Under National Basketball Championships.
Since 1999, the city has hosted dozens of regional and national AAU basketball events. This year, 53 teams from 16 states including Utah, New York, Texas, New Jersey, Michigan, Maryland, Louisiana, Indiana and most states bordering Tennessee, will make their way to Clarksville for championship play.
Hundreds of basketball players pack APSU’s Fortera Stadium in Clarksville during the 2015 AAU Boys National Basketball Championship Opening Ceremonies.
CMCSS names Principals for Minglewood Elementary School, Norman Smith Elementary School
June 27, 2017
Montgomery County, TN – A former principal with Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools and a current assistant principal in Clarksville Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) have been chosen to serve in the principalship at two elementary schools.
New CMCSS principals (L to R) Michelle Brock-Demps and Emily Clark.
