Memorials, Recognition - Shannon Blevins, 2024-2025 Kiwanis Club Teacher of the Year -

This Senate Joint Resolution (SJR 195) formally honors Shannon Blevins, a K-5 special education teacher at Love Chapel Elementary School in Unicoi County, for being named the 2024-2025 Kiwanis Club of Erwin Teacher of the Year. It recognizes her 25-year career dedicated to special education, mentoring new teachers, and community involvement with organizations like The Arc of Washington County. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply provides official recognition from the Tennessee General Assembly. The resolution passed unanimously in both chambers and was signed by the Governor.