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Memorials, Professional Achievement - Kristi Langsdon, 2025-2026 Bethel Springs Elementary School Teacher of the Year -

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

The resolution formally recognizes Kristi Langsdon as Bethel Springs Elementary Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026, highlighting her dedication and impact.

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Bill Summary · SR 281

Summary: Senate Resolution 281 (SR281), Tennessee 114th General Assembly

Purpose

  • SR281 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and congratulating Kristi Langsdon for being selected as the 2025-2026 Bethel Springs Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
  • The resolution honors her dedication, professional achievement, and positive impact on students in Tennessee.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Formal recognition by the Tennessee Senate of Kristi Langsdon’s selection as Bethel Springs Elementary School Teacher of the Year for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Statements praising Langsdon’s dedication, motivation of students, and service as an inspiration to colleagues and students.
  • Resolution describes Langsdon as epitomizing public service and quality education.

Affected Parties

  • Kristi Langsdon (recipient of the statewide recognition).
  • Bethel Springs Elementary School community (students, staff, and families) as the context for the local Teacher of the Year award.
  • Tennessee Department of Education and the general public, which are the audiences for statewide commendations of exemplary educators.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsors: Primary sponsor Page Walley; Co-sponsor: Kristi Langsdon’s name appears as the individual being honored (subject of the resolution).
  • Timeline of action:
    • Filed for introduction: January 20, 2026
    • Introduced and passed First Consideration: January 21, 2026
    • Passed Second Consideration and referred to Senate Calendar Committee: January 22, 2026
    • Passed on Consent Calendar: January 23, 2026 (Ayes 33, Nays 0)
    • Enrolled and ready for signatures: February 2, 2026
    • Signed by Senate Speaker and enrolled: February 3, 2026
  • Final form: A Senate Resolution, a formal commemoration rather than substantive statutory change.

Impact and Implications

  • Provides formal, public recognition of a local educator’s achievement for the 2025-2026 school year.
  • Enhances visibility of high-quality teaching within Tennessee and may serve as a model of professional excellence.
  • No changes to law, funding, or policy recipients; the impact is symbolic and ceremonial, aimed at honoring exemplary service in public education.

Notable Details

  • The resolution includes language highlighting Langsdon’s skill, compassion, and influence on students and colleagues.
  • Official action culminated in February 2026 with certification and presentation of the resolution.

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

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