This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 116) honoring Elizabeth Tingler, the 2024-2025 Paragon Mills Elementary School Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes her dedication, teaching excellence, and positive impact on students in Tennessee. The resolution has no policy effect - it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the Tennessee Senate. The resolution passed unanimously (30-0) and was signed by the Senate Speaker on April 4, 2025.
This is a ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 73) honoring Anson Amour, the 2024-2025 Tom Joy Elementary School Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes his dedication to education, professional excellence, and positive impact on students in Tennessee. The resolution has no policy effect - it is purely symbolic, expressing the Senate's appreciation for his work. It was unanimously adopted by the Senate on April 3, 2025.
This Senate Resolution (SR 83) is a symbolic honor recognizing Nikki Boleyjack, a middle school teacher at Martin Luther King, Jr., School, for being named the 2024-2025 School Teacher of the Year. It does not create any new laws, funding, or obligations; it simply expresses the Senate's commendation of her professional service and dedication to education. The resolution passed unanimously (30-0) and was signed by the Senate Speaker on April 4, 2025. As a ceremonial resolution, it directly affects only Nikki Boleyjack and serves no policy purpose beyond recognition.
Senate Resolution 51 designates February 22, 2025, as George Washington Day in Tennessee to honor the first U.S. president and his contributions to the nation's founding. This ceremonial resolution encourages all Tennessee citizens to reflect on George Washington's legacy, including his leadership during the Revolutionary War, role in drafting the Constitution, and commitment to republican ideals. It has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely a symbolic recognition. The resolution was unanimously adopted by the Tennessee Senate on April 3, 2025.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 76), not a policy bill. It formally honors Shawndra L. Armstrong, a teacher at East Nashville Middle School, for being named the school's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. The resolution expresses the Tennessee Senate's recognition of her dedication, professional excellence, and positive impact on students and colleagues. Passed unanimously (30-0) and signed by the Senate Speaker on April 4, 2025, it has no binding effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic tribute.
This is a ceremonial resolution (SR 94) honoring Edward Knauss, the 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year at The Academy at Hickory Hollow. It expresses the Tennessee Senate's recognition of his dedication to education and service to students, without creating any new laws or affecting policy. As a commemorative resolution, it has no binding effect or direct impact on individuals or regulations.
This Senate Resolution (SR 93) formally recognizes Rachel Miller, a Pearl-Cohn High School teacher, for being named the 2024-2025 School Teacher of the Year. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate on April 3, 2025, honors her dedication to education and her positive impact on students. It has no policy or legal effect - it is purely a ceremonial tribute to acknowledge her professional achievement. The resolution was signed by the Senate Speaker and is now official recognition.
Senate Resolution 96 is a symbolic resolution passed by the Tennessee Senate to honor Brittany Beech, a teacher at Rose Park Middle School, for being named the school's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. The resolution formally recognizes her dedication to education, professional achievements, and positive impact on students and colleagues. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a public acknowledgment of her contributions to Tennessee's schools. The Senate unanimously adopted the resolution on April 3, 2025, with all 30 members voting "Aye."
This Senate Resolution formally honors Sancia Trotter, a paraprofessional at Ida B. Wells Elementary School in Metro Nashville Public Schools, for being named Support Employee of the Year. It commends her dedication to students and service to the community, recognizing her professional excellence and impact on young learners. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a symbolic tribute. The Senate unanimously adopted it on April 3, 2025, with no opposing votes.
This Senate Resolution (SR 92) formally recognizes Jade Wilkison, a teacher at Nashville School of the Arts, for being named the school's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. The resolution expresses the Tennessee Senate's appreciation for her dedication to education and her positive impact on students, colleagues, and the Nashville School of the Arts community. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but serves as a public honor.
This ceremonial Senate Resolution (SR 53) designates May 2025 as "Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month" in Tennessee. It does not create new laws or funding but aims to raise public and health professional awareness about osteoporosis prevention and bone health. The resolution highlights statistics showing osteoporosis causes significant health impacts and costs for Tennessee residents, particularly among Medicare beneficiaries aged 50+. It is a symbolic gesture to encourage education and proactive care, not a policy change.
Senate Resolution 79 honors LaQuesha Anderson, a teacher at Jere Baxter Middle School, for being named the school's 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year. The resolution, passed unanimously by the Tennessee Senate on April 3, 2025, formally recognizes her dedication to education and positive impact on students and colleagues. It serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation from the legislature, with a copy to be presented to Ms. Anderson.
