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Leigh Caldwell is a 4th grade teacher at Northeast Elementary School in Cookeville. She was nominated by Mary Eldridge. Caldwell was nominated because “she is an awesome teacher. My son had her for 3rd grade half of the time and now in 4th grade he is in her homeroom. She is very patient, encouraging, and an all around great teacher. She wants to see her students succeed. She takes time to respond to parents questions and concerns.”
Listen to Ms. Caldwell’s interview with Sheila Scruggs to learn more!
Camille Conner teaches Pre-K at Homestead Elementary in Crossville. She has been there for four years enjoying the little faces she sees each day. Ms. Conner’s mother was also a teacher and that influenced her in choosing her profession.
Amanda Selby teaches first grand in Sparta at Findley Elementary. The nomination said she helps each child feel comfortable learning. Ms. Selby goes out of her way to help children come out of their shell to reach their full potential.
Max Amoss is the band director at Avery Trace Middle School. He’s love of music made him want to pursue a career in teaching. Mr. Amoss enjoys seeing the student grow from a new beginner to hearing them play an entire song on their instrument. He says it’s very rewarding when a student lets him know something they learned in band has been a positive in their lives.
Jessica Rollins is a fifth grade teacher at Homestead Elementary School of Crossville. Rollins was nominated because she makes learning fun and is a caring teacher. The nomination says that Rollins teaches this student’s favorite subjects: social studies and science.
