Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0389

Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/24/23
• Engrossed: 4/6/23
• Enrolled: 4/14/23
• Passed: 4/21/23

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Curtis Cathcart on his selection as the 2022–2023 Guild Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

Impact

The resolution serves to commend Mr. Cathcart for his professional integrity and positive influence on young lives, highlighting the critical role that teachers play in shaping the future of their students. By formally recognizing educators of such caliber, the resolution seeks to reinforce the value of education within the state and encourage a continued focus on outstanding teaching practices.

Summary

SJR0389 is a Senate Joint Resolution introduced to honor and congratulate Curtis Cathcart for being selected as the 2022–2023 Guild Elementary School Teacher of the Year. The resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing exceptional educators and their contributions to the community and students. It specifically acknowledges Mr. Cathcart's dedication to providing high-quality education, particularly in his role as an ESL teacher at Guild Elementary School, where he has served for thirteen years.

Contention

While resolutions like SJR0389 typically do not encounter significant contention, they can still spark conversations regarding the overall state of education policies and the resources afforded to schools and educators. Although there were no recorded opposition or controversies related to this specific resolution, there may be broader discussions around how similar recognitions can impact teaching morale and educational standards across Tennessee.