Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee House Bill HJR0491

Introduced
3/20/25  
Engrossed
3/25/25  
Enrolled
4/2/25  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Stephanie Boshears upon her receipt of the Milken Educator Award.

Impact

The resolution recognizes the importance of quality education and the positive impact that exceptional teachers have on students' lives and communities. By honoring Boshears, the resolution underscores the value of educating young minds and the role of committed teachers in shaping future leaders. The Milken Educator Award, which comes with a financial reward of $25,000, further emphasizes the significance of encouraging excellence in teaching and education-related professions.

Summary

HJR0491 is a resolution that honors Stephanie Boshears, a third-grade teacher at Oneida Elementary School, for receiving the prestigious Milken Educator Award. This award is designed to recognize and incentivize outstanding educators in Tennessee and across the nation, and it aims to attract and retain high-quality professionals in the education sector. The resolution commends Boshears for her dedication, ability, and integrity as an educator, highlighting her significant influence on the lives of her students.

Contention

While the resolution is primarily celebratory and uncontentious, the broader implications of recognizing educators through awards like the Milken Educator Award can ignite discussions around educational funding and the criteria used to evaluate teaching performance. Such recognition draws attention to the need for ongoing support and resources for teachers, sparking dialogue about how to best incentivize teaching excellence and address educational disparities within communities across Tennessee.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN SJR1244

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Stephanie Watkins on her selection as the 2023–2024 Station Camp Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR0486

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Stephanie Sullivan on her selection as the 2022–2023 Ralph Askins School Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR1298

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Stephanie Haberman on her selection as the 2023–2024 White House Middle School Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR1351

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Trenady Freeman upon her receipt of the Sumner County Schools' Dr. Jennifer V. Brown Instructional Coaching Award.

TN SJR0410

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Heidi Sons upon her receipt of the Sumner County Schools' Dr. Jennifer V. Brown Instructional Coaching Award.

TN HJR1443

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Clare Ashford on her selection as an Extraordinary Educator.

TN SJR0971

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Harold Jones upon his receipt of TETA's Outstanding CTO Award.

TN SJR1214

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Laura Boshers on her selection as the 2023–2024 North Sumner Elementary School Support Employee of the Year.

TN SJR0734

A RESOLUTION to recognize Stephanie Pierce on her selection as the 2022–2023 K-12 Virtual School Pre-K-4 Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR1381

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Eryn Rogers on her receipt of the Governor's Volunteer Stars Award.

Similar Bills

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