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SJR 290

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Nancy Sharp, William Henry Oliver Middle School Teacher of the Year -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Heidi Campbell

SJR 290 formally honors Nancy Sharp as the 2024–2025 William Henry Oliver Middle School Teacher of the Year, recognizing her impact on students and public education.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 290

Summary of Senate Joint Resolution 290 (SJR 290) — Tennessee, 114th General Assembly

Purpose and Intent

  • SJR 290 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and congratulating Nancy Sharp for being selected as the 2024–2025 William Henry Oliver Middle School Teacher of the Year.
  • The resolution commends her dedication to public education, professional expertise, and positive influence on students and colleagues.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Recognizes Nancy Sharp’s service as an exemplary middle school teacher in Tennessee.
  • Expresses appreciation for her commitment to high-quality education and public service.
  • Announces formal recognition by the Tennessee General Assembly (both Senate and House concurring) and directs that an official copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Nancy Sharp, the recipient of the 2024–2025 William Henry Oliver Middle School Teacher of the Year.
  • Secondary: The broader Tennessee education community, including students, educators, and families who benefit from recognized excellence in teaching.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Initiation and passage: The resolution moved through standard legislative consent processes in the 114th General Assembly.
    • Introduced and passed in the Senate; concurrent resolution in the House.
    • Adopted on March 27, 2025 (Senate) and transmitted to the House.
    • House concurrence and final passage occurred in late March 2025.
  • Final actions:
    • Enrolled and ready for signatures on April 4, 2025.
    • Signed by the Senate Speaker and House Speaker; transmitted to the Governor.
    • Governor signed the resolution on April 10–7, 2025 (final action dates show April 7–10; the action history indicates signature by the Governor on April 10, 2025).

Additional Context

  • Co-sponsor: Heidi Campbell.
  • The resolution is symbolic and ceremonial, with no fiscal impact or changes to laws or policies.
  • It serves to publicly honor excellence in teaching and highlight the value of dedicated educators in Tennessee’s public schools.

Bottom Line

SJR 290 formally honors Nancy Sharp for her selection as the William Henry Oliver Middle School Teacher of the Year for the 2024–2025 term, celebrating her contributions to students and the profession, and memorializing the recognition within Tennessee’s state government.

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

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