Tennessee 2025-2026 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SR0082

Introduced
3/26/25  
Enrolled
4/4/25  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Jonathan M. Smith on his selection as the 2024–2025 Madison Middle School Teacher of the Year.

Impact

The passage of SR0082 is part of a larger initiative to celebrate the contributions of teachers within the state. By officially commending Mr. Smith for his exceptional ability, dedication, and integrity as an educator, the resolution reinforces the value placed on quality teaching as fundamental to student success. Consequently, resolutions like this can help foster an environment that appreciates and supports educators, potentially motivating more individuals to pursue teaching careers and enhancing the teaching profession's stature in society.

Summary

Senate Resolution 82 (SR0082) is a legislative resolution that acknowledges and honors Jonathan M. Smith, who has been designated as the 2024–2025 Madison Middle School Teacher of the Year. This resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing outstanding educators and their commitment to providing high-quality education for students in Tennessee. Such recognition serves not only to honor individual educators but also to highlight the valuable role that teachers play in shaping young lives and future citizens.

Contention

While SR0082 itself is largely ceremonial and unlikely to incite substantial debate, it does contribute to ongoing discussions about educational standards and the recognition of teacher excellence in Tennessee. There may be contention surrounding the adequacy of resources for teachers or the need for more comprehensive reform in the educational system; however, the resolution specifically aims to highlight a positive example rather than engage in conflict or policy debate. Therefore, any contention is likely to stem from broader discussions on educational support rather than the resolution itself.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HJR0897

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Mike Barker on his selection as the 2023–2024 Lewisburg Middle School Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR1310

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Jake Wilson on his selection as the 2023–2024 Ellis Middle School Teacher of the Year and the Sumner County Middle School Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR0887

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Larry Dickens on his selection as the 2023–2024 Heritage Middle School Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR0226

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Ben Malone on his selection as the 2022–2023 Smith County Grades 5-8 Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR1302

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Blake Southall on his selection as the 2023–2024 Station Camp Middle School Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR0648

A RESOLUTION honor and congratulate Eddie Sessions on his selection as the 2022–2023 Siegel Middle School Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR1128

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate James Davis, 2023–2024 Teacher of the Year at Middleton High School.

TN SJR0673

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate John Lindsay on his selection as the 2022–2023 Northeast Middle School Grades 5-8 Teacher of the Year.

TN SJR0376

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Daniel Musick on his selection as the 2022–2023 Knox Doss Middle School at Drakes Creek Teacher of the Year.

TN HJR0942

A RESOLUTION to honor and congratulate Justin Bush, the 2023–2024 Blount County Schools Middle School Teacher of the Year.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.