It is with great enthusiuam we announce Overton High School is retiring Ralph Carnahan's # 44 Jersey on October 23, 2026. Ralph lead Overton to back to back Clinic Bowl wins in 1972 & 1973. The 1973 Team was the Litkenhous State Champion. During his career at John Overton, Ralph Carnahan received the following honors: 1973 Parade All-American, All-State, NIL MVP & Clinic Bowl MVP (with a 35-0 win over McGavock), and was the number 1 College Prospect in the State of Tennessee.

Congratulations to Overton's Teacher of the Year, Kristin Fitzgerald!!!! Ms. Fitzgerald brings history to life in ways that challenge students to think deeply, ask meaningful questions, and see their connection to the world around them. She brought the Facing History Holocaust course to Overton, creating another powerful opportunity for our students to learn, reflect, and grow. Her impact reaches beyond the classroom. As a Cross Country coach, she celebrates each runner’s pro

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The Class of 1986 Reunion will be held October 2nd & 3rd For more information, use this link: https://www.johsalumni.org/events

Calling all JOHS alumni from every generation! Come reconnect, celebrate memories and make new ones at our Summer Social. Bring your classmates, invite fellow alumni and enjoy an afternoon of fun, fellowship and school pride! 📲 RSVP today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or register here.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. We will let you know as soon as it has been rescheduled. We hope you will join Dr. Garner and city officials as we officially dedicate the Arboretum at John Overton High School. This project is the brainchild of former JOHS teacher Mary Lou Snyder. Her years of commitment to this project have included Overton staff, Metro Water Services, the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council and the Cumberland River Compact. Please RSVP by completing this form

CALLING ALL OVERTON ALUMNI! Overton Outfitters is OFFICIALLY OPEN, and your alma mater has NEW merch just for you! This isn’t just a store — it’s our School-Based Enterprise (SBE), run by JOHS DECA students who are creating apparel through screen printing, embroidery, and so much more. When you shop, you’re supporting real student learning and entrepreneurship! Rep Overton High School with pride and show the world you’re STILL Bobcat strong. Who’s gonna be the first alum to

Congratulations to our teacher of the year Ms. Ellie Drennan who was recently recognized as a district finalist for teacher of the year! Keep up the great work.

Mookie Betts is the only active player with four World Series titles , and just the 18th in the Divisional Era, which began in 1969. While he scuffled with the bat during this Fall Classic, the constant was his defense at shortstop, where he was a Gold Glove finalist in his first full season at the position.

Congratulations to our 2025-26 Teacher of the Year, Ms. Drennan! Ms. Drennan says, " I am deeply grateful and humbled to be named Teacher of the Year. It is an incredible honor to represent our school community in this way. Every day, I’m inspired by the dedication, resilience, and brilliance of our students and my colleagues. Serving our students and helping them grow is truly the greatest privilege of this work." We are so proud of you Ms. Drennan!

Congratulations to our 2024-25 Blue Ribbon Teacher, Mr. Robinson! Alex Robinson was recognized as an MNPS Blue Ribbon Teacher for Excellence in Leadership. He led a district team of social studies teachers and instructional coaches in developing scaffolded supports for English Learners aligned to all 95 Tennessee U.S. History standards, now available to teachers across the district. We are so proud of you Mr. Robinson!

Our own Mookie Betts is featured in Season 2 Episode 2 of ABC's TV show "Shifting Gears"!! https://abc7.com/post/dodgers-mookie-betts-kno...

Hopefully, many of you are planning to join our Bobcats for the abundant activities going on in support of the school this year. If so,...

Coach Derek Watkins is a proud graduate of John Overton High School, where he began his baseball journey before playing at Kansas City...

Did you know you can give to the John Overton HS Alumni Association by linking your Kroger’s Plus card to us? And there is no cost to...

Congratulations to Pat Satterfield who was recently inducted in to the National Umpire Hall of Fame. In addition, the southern baseball...

On January 24, 2023, Todd and Amie Ellis were super proud to watch The Brentwood Exchange Club honor Cameron Ellis as their Outstanding...

Coaches Tommy Griffith, Ronnie Carter, Terry Anderson, and Jimmy Fuller want to see you again! There’s nothing quite like the connection...

John Overton High School was selected to receive the first ever SongFarm Music Technology grant by the Save the Music Foundation. This...