I don't mean this as an insult to him but the new board member doesnt seem very informed on some of these consolidation issues. He seems to be operating on fervor and sentiment, which I understand because I was there myself for a long time.It’s definitely the way the wind is blowing, but it also looks like one Board member resigned and will be replaced by an interim member (who also now will be running unopposed to keep the seat) who is very anti consolidation. So stay tuned, I guess...
Who resigned and who is the replacement?I don't mean this as an insult to him but the new board member doesnt seem very informed on some of these consolidation issues. He seems to be operating on fervor and sentiment, which I understand because I was there myself for a long time.
Now that he is a member of the board I hope he will further educate himself on the logistics and financial realities our county faces. If he does that and still draws the same conclusions so be it, but as it stands he comes off uninformed on this particular topic.
Tim West resigned, James Ellis is replacing him.Who resigned and who is the replacement?
thanksTim West resigned, James Ellis is replacing him.
First off I want to make it clear that I would never label someone uninformed just because they had a different perspective than me, that would be ridiculous. I agree with you that dissenting voices are important. I also agree that being sentimental and fervent about something isn't necessarily a bad thing, unless of course you were to let that emotion outweigh facts or perpuate a false narrative.As an Andrews resident and fan myself, I'm not against consolidation by any means, only cautious. And I understand fully that the county and school board may have to make a difficult and somewhat unpopular decision. But I would certainly be interested to hear what specifically you feel Mr. Ellis is uninformed or "uneducated" about? While I may not agree completely with him on everything, I do not see being fervent and passionate as uninformed or uneducated. He just sees the pros and cons from a different perspective because of those attributes. Whether I agree with him or not, I respect that and believe dissenting voices are always necessary in these matters, if nothing else because it promotes discussion and debate.
Mountain 8 with Tuscola dropping down? Any existing schools moving conferences theoretically?Probably inevitable, but pretty disappointed in the process.
Pisgah may move up to 3A in 2021, they're above the cutline based on last year's numbers.Mountain 8 with Tuscola dropping down? Any existing schools moving conferences theoretically?
We might have to hide a few kids in the basement when it comes time for the #'s, but there's no way that Pisgah & Tuscola doesn't end up in the same conference this time around. One way or another. NCHSAA losing out on some possible big $. They won't make that mistake again.Pisgah may move up to 3A in 2021, they're above the cutline based on last year's numbers.
Cherokee County would mop the ground with the Mountain 6Would like to see them in the Mountain six.Would make for some great games.
3 different athletic programs? How? If that's factual it's about the stupidest thing I've heard, it will divide the talent base and make all of the athletic programs watered down. I'm going to need a source on that, because a bunch of the kids that make Murphy football what is now would be going to the CTE center. If they want a trash football program with very few lineman and hard nosed players, then by all means have three separate athletic programs.Also there will be three separate schools on one campus with three different admin and athletic programs.
3 different athletic programs? How? If that's factual it's about the stupidest thing I've heard, it will divide the talent base and make all of the athletic programs watered down. I'm going to need a source on that, because a bunch of the kids that make Murphy football what is now would be going to the career center. If they want a trash football program with very few lineman and hard nosed players, then by all means have three separate athletic programs.
Well I looked into it and I'm sorry I doubted you because that seems to be the case. IF they were to go forward with three separate athletic programs then kiss competent high school athletics in this county goodnight.Boys it’s three different high schools on one campus and yes there is a possibility of it being 1A. If you want a source watch tape of school board meeting and Superintendent Conleys comments. Heck BK you accused ya of it for years. We just thought we’d remove any doubt
Wait for it. BK is having a meltdown right about now. Don’t think as many of those fb players will enroll in career school as athletics won’t be offered Way I understand it they can still take tri county programs even if they are in reg hs. Just won’t be as advanced as career school and they would have more work to do after graduation. Where as career path gets you work ready by graduationWell I looked into it and I'm sorry I doubted you, you're very much correct. IF they go forward with three separate athletic programs then kiss competent high school athletics in this county goodnight.
I admire the enthusiasm, but I don't think it's that simple. Lol. There's these two 2A schools in NC named Shelby and Reidsville that are pretty good at tossin' the ol' pigskin around and they're not going anywhere anytime soon.Being somewhat of a history buff, I discovered in old issues of the Cherokee Scout that before Murphy's mascot was "Bulldogs" they were known as the Murphy "Boomers." Whether it had anything to do with an explosive nature or a rodent, I cant advise. If they create a new Mascot or not, they will dominate 2A football and keep the SMC the Football Capitol of NC. Valley River High School does have a nice ring to it if they do (probably wont) change their name.
I admire the enthusiasm, but I don't think so. Lol. There's these two 2A schools in NC named Shelby and Reidsville that are pretty good tossin' the ol' pigskin around and they're not going anywhere anytime soon.
Huh? I mean if you live in Hiwassee Dam and want to play football you have two choices really, go to high school at Copper Basin or go to high school at Murphy, not much "recruiting" involved there, lol.This might help a certain coach from recruiting kids from Hiwassee Dam now. I’m sure Hayesville is still in play.
First off if you listened to Superintendent at meeting last night. They estimate new Oaks Career path school will draw about 200 students with the early college about the same. That would put new high school with at it near where Murphy is now. Also there will be three separate schools on one campus with three different admin and athletic programs. As someone posted earlier success of athletic program will depend on community support and I fear consolidation will erode all existing community support. As far as naming school school colors and mascot I won’t be happy unless it is called MHS black and gold and Bulldogs but my happiness is not at play here If they have any chance at community support they should start with the first graduating class down to pre k and let each student have a vote with out any limitations current or new name mascot and colors after all we know how we old farts would like it but it’s going to be there school so let them decide
My favorite compromise is Red and Black and have two mascots like Auburn. Bulldogs and War dam eagles
Now that right there is what you call a perfect marriage boys
Sorry BK your nightmare continues