This Senate Resolution (SR 282) formally honors Nele Kirsch, a teacher at Selmer Middle School in McNairy County, for being selected as the 2025-2026 McNairy County School District Teacher of the Year. It recognizes her dedication to education, professional expertise, and positive impact on students. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies - it solely expresses legislative appreciation through a formal written tribute. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026.
Senate Resolution 279 is a symbolic honor recognizing Katie Moore as Selmer Elementary School's 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely serves to publicly commend her work through a formal legislative resolution. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026, with all 33 members voting in favor. This type of resolution is standard practice for acknowledging individual achievements in education.
Senate Resolution 277 honors Amy Rickman, a teacher at Adamsville Elementary School, for being named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate, recognizes her dedication to education and positive impact on students without creating any new legal requirements or altering policies. It serves as a ceremonial tribute to her professional achievements and service to the school community.
Senate Resolution 270 honors Denise Hooser, a teacher at Anderson Early Childhood Center, for being named the 2025-2026 Anderson Early Childhood Center Teacher of the Year. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026, recognizes her dedication to early childhood education and her positive impact on students. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute to her professional achievements.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 265) honoring Yolanda Taylor, a teacher at East Side Elementary School, for being named the 2025-2026 East Side Elementary School Teacher of the Year. The resolution formally recognizes her dedication, professional excellence, and positive impact on students and colleagues. It does not create new laws or policies - it is purely a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Tennessee Senate. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Senate on February 2, 2026.
Senate Resolution 281 is a ceremonial honor recognizing Kristi Langsdon as Bethel Springs Elementary School's 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. It formally congratulates her for her dedication, teaching excellence, and positive impact on students, with no legislative or policy changes. The resolution serves solely to publicly commend her professional achievements through the Tennessee Senate. It directly affects only Kristi Langsdon, the recipient, and has no binding effect on schools, students, or state policy.
Senate Resolution 278 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Carlee Morris, a teacher at Ramer Elementary School, for being named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026, formally congratulates her on her dedication to education and recognizes her impact on students. It does not create new laws or affect policy, but serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the state legislature. The resolution was signed by the Senate Speaker and is now enrolled for final processing.
Senate Resolution 271 honors Dr. Stacy Jones, a 2025-2026 McNairy Central High School Teacher of the Year and graduate of the University of Tennessee at Martin's WestTeach program, for her dedication to education and service to students. This symbolic resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate on February 2, 2026, recognizes her professional achievements and leadership without creating any new legal requirements or affecting policy.
Senate Resolution 268 honors Leah Brigham, a Haywood Middle School teacher selected as the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year, by formally recognizing her contributions to education. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate, expresses the legislature's appreciation for her dedication to students and her role as an educator. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or affect any policies - this is a ceremonial resolution with no practical impact beyond symbolic recognition. The resolution was adopted on February 2, 2026, and signed by the Senate Speaker.
Senate Resolution 266 is a ceremonial tribute passed by the Tennessee Senate to honor Stacie Carlton, a teacher at Haywood Elementary School, for being named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. The resolution formally recognizes her dedication to education, professional excellence, and positive impact on students and colleagues. It does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of her achievements. The resolution was adopted unanimously by the Senate on February 2, 2026, and will be presented to Ms. Carlton as a formal tribute.
Senate Resolution 280 honors Ansley Moore, a teacher at Michie Elementary School, for being named the 2025-2026 Michie Elementary School Teacher of the Year. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate, formally recognizes her dedication to education and positive impact on students. It serves as a ceremonial commendation to be presented to Moore, with no binding policy changes or financial implications. This is a symbolic gesture celebrating individual professional achievement, not a legislative action affecting broader policy.
This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 261), not a law. It honors Jennifer Channell, a Hardin County High School bowling coach, for receiving the TSSAA Distinguished Service Award. The resolution recognizes her 20+ years of coaching, including leading her team to 16 state championships (12 consecutive), helping students earn collegiate bowling scholarships, and mentoring athletes beyond sports. It has no policy impact - it is purely a formal expression of appreciation with no new requirements or funding.
