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Memorials, Professional Achievement - Carlee Morris, 2025-2026 Ramer Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Page Walley

The Tennessee Senate formally commends Carlee Morris for being named the 2025-2026 Ramer Elementary School Teacher of the Year and wishes her continued success.

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Bill Summary · SR 278

Summary: Senate Resolution 278 (SR 278) — Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Title

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Carlee Morris, 2025-2026 Ramer Elementary School Teacher of the Year

Purpose and Intent

  • SR 278 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution honoring and congratulating Carlee Morris for being selected as the 2025-2026 Ramer Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
  • The resolution recognizes her dedication, professional excellence, and positive influence on Tennessee students, and it commends her service to public education.

Key Provisions and Provisions Summary

  • The resolution:
    • Politically expresses the Senate’s recognition of Carlee Morris’s achievements.
    • Praises her dedication, ability, integrity, motivation of students, and role as an inspiration to colleagues and students.
    • Awards formal commendation for “exceptional service to the children of Tennessee,” professional expertise, and personal excellence.
    • States the Senate’s wish for her continued success in future endeavors.
  • No substantive policy changes, funding provisions, or mandates are included.
  • The final clause notes that an appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared for presentation, with the clause itself omitted from the copy presented.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Carlee Morris (recipient of the Teacher of the Year honor at Ramer Elementary School).
  • Secondary: Ramer Elementary School community, Tennessee educators, and readers of the resolution who may be students, families, and education stakeholders.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsor: Senator Page Walley (Co-sponsor listed as well).
  • History of action:
    • Introduced and placed on First Consideration (January 20, 2026).
    • Passed on First Consideration (January 21, 2026).
    • Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for February 2, 2026.
    • Passed on Second Consideration (January 22, 2026) and referred to the Senate Calendar Committee—note dates indicate scheduling adjustments.
    • Enrolled and ready for signatures (February 3, 2026).
    • Signed by Senate Speaker (February 3, 2026).
  • Effect: As a memorial resolution, it serves to recognize achievement and express commendation but does not create new law, policy changes, or fiscal obligations.

Summary in Plain Language

  • SR 278 is a formal commendation from the Tennessee Senate honoring Carlee Morris for being named the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year at Ramer Elementary School.
  • It highlights her dedication, impact on students, and professional excellence, and it publicly wishes her continued success.
  • The resolution is ceremonial and does not alter statutes, require funding, or impose new duties.

Useful Context

  • This type of resolution is commonly used to recognize exemplary educators and public servants and to celebrate achievements within local communities and the broader state education system.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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