Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0547

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/4/23
• Engrossed: 4/10/23
• Engrossed: 4/11/23
• Enrolled: 4/20/23
• Passed: 4/25/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Cayton Griffin upon his success at East Tennessee History Day.

Impact

The passage of this resolution underscores the importance of recognizing young individuals for their achievements, particularly in educational arenas that foster a deeper understanding of history. It highlights how student-level competitions encourage education and engagement with local history. While primarily a commendatory resolution, SJR0547 illustrates the value placed on education and youth leadership within the state of Tennessee, promoting greater community involvement and recognition of student efforts beyond the classroom.

Summary

Senate Joint Resolution 547 (SJR0547) serves as a formal acknowledgment and commendation for Cayton Griffin, a young student who has excelled in the field of history by winning third place at the East Tennessee History Day competition. The competition took place on the campus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and involved students from various schools presenting their historical projects. Cayton Griffin specifically created a documentary on William Cocke, highlighting his contributions as a frontier statesman, showcasing both his talent and dedication to historical research.

Contention

Although SJR0547 is largely a neutral and positive resolution, it reflects broader themes concerning education and the recognition of youth accomplishments. There are generally few points of contention surrounding resolutions of this nature, as they are intended to celebrate individual achievements rather than proposing controversial policy changes. Nonetheless, it opens discussions on the support for educational competitions and the resources available for students involved in such activities.