Curriculum & Instruction
The mission of the Tipton County School System is developing minds, character and futures by instilling hope, inspiring confidence, and investing in students.
Tipton County, located in West Tennessee, is home to the 17th largest school system in Tennessee. Our school system serves approximately 10,000 students and is the largest employer in the county. Tipton County Schools provide a variety of services:
Tipton County, located in West Tennessee, is home to the 17th largest school system in Tennessee. Our school system serves approximately 10,000 students and is the largest employer in the county. Tipton County Schools provide a variety of services:
- Pre-Kindergarten
- Exceptional Children
- Title I Programs
- Career Technical Education Programs
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Dual Enrollment Program
- Industry Certifications
- Adult Learning Center
For more information about programs in a specific school in Tipton County, please visit the individual school's web site.
Prohibited Concepts in Instruction
Third Grade Retention Law
Textbook Adoption
2025-2026 Location Adoption:
PE and Health Sciences
CTE - Information Technology and Advanced Manufacturing
Career & Technical Education
Firearm Safety
Parents/guardians interested in determining what school their child(ren) will attend should visit the School Zone link and type in their mailing address. If a computer is not available, parents should call (901) 476-7148 for more information.
Instructional Supervisors
Dr. Rebekah Byrd
Director of Instruction
Mrs. Brooke Shipley
K-5 Instruction
Dr. Yolanda Jones
6-12 Instruction
Harvey Witherington
Career Technical Education
Cetrice Bounds
6-12 Exceptional Children
Varissa Richardson
Preschool-5 Exceptional Children
Preschool-5 Exceptional Children
Kathryn Huffman
Federal Programs
Other Support Personnel
Angie Holley - Special Services Coordinator