Memorials, Professional Achievement - Amanda Goodwin, Northside Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Michael Hale

A ceremonial resolution commends Amanda Goodwin for being named 2024–2025 Northside Elementary Teacher of the Year, recognizing her impact on students and public education.

Signed by Governor.

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Overview

HJR 573 is a ceremonial, joint resolution recognizing Amanda Goodwin for being named the 2024–2025 Northside Elementary School Teacher of the Year. The measure memorializes and honors her professional achievement and contributions to Tennessee’s students. It is a nonbinding, commemorative acknowledgment and does not enact policy or authorize expenditures.

Purpose and Intent

Officially recognize Amanda Goodwin, a special education teacher at Northside Elementary School, for being named the 2024–2025 Northside Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

Highlight her dedication, impact on students, and status as a professional exemplar for public service and quality education in Tennessee.

Express congratulations, commend her expertise and personal excellence, and wish her success in future endeavors.

Provide for an official copy to be prepared for presentation.

Key Provisions and Language

The resolution commends Amanda Goodwin for her service to Tennessee’s children and her professional qualifications.

It characterizes her as an inspiration to colleagues and students and as a model of commitment to public education.

Final enactment language includes a ceremonial clause about producing an official copy of the resolution and an opt-out clause for formatting in copies.

Who/What Is Affected

Primary: Amanda Goodwin, the 2024–2025 Northside Elementary School Teacher of the Year.

Secondary: Northside Elementary School students, staff, and broader Tennessee education communities who benefit from recognition of exemplary teachers.

The measure also reflects on the broader values of professional achievement in Tennessee public education.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Introduced: April 3, 2025

House actions: Engrossed and on track for transmission mid-April; concurrent adoption on April 14; House Speaker signed April 15; enrolled and ready for the Speaker’s signature by April 15-16.

Senate actions: Signed by Senate President (April 16); concurrence with House on April 14 (Ayes 32, Nays 0) and transmission to the Governor on April 21.

Executive: Signed by Governor on April 24, 2025.

Status: Final action completed; the bill is now effective as a memorial resolution.

Impact and Significance

Primarily ceremonial, with no fiscal impact or policy changes.

Enhances public recognition of distinguished educators and reinforces the value placed on excellence in Tennessee’s education system.

Serves as a formal record of achievement for Amanda Goodwin and highlights the importance of teacher recognition at the local level.

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