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HJR 525

Memorials, Professional Achievement - Robin McCord, Cannon County School District Grades PreK-4 Teacher of the Year -

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

Ceremonial memorial resolution honors Robin McCord as the 2024–2025 Cannon County PreK-4 Teacher of the Year, praising holistic teaching and community impact.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 525

Summary of HJR 525 (2025)

Overview

  • Type: House Joint Resolution (memorial resolution)
  • Title: Memorials, Professional Achievement – Robin McCord, Cannon County School District Grades PreK-4 Teacher of the Year
  • Purpose: To honor and congratulate Robin McCord for being selected as the 2024–2025 Cannon County School District Grades PreK-4 Teacher of the Year.
  • Status: Signed by the Governor (effective as of April 15, 2025)
  • Introduced: March 31, 2025
  • Key character: Ceremonial recognition, not a statute changing law or policy

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution recognizes outstanding public service by a Tennessee educator.
  • Specifically commends Robin McCord for her dedication, professional achievement, and positive impact on students, families, and the broader community.
  • Highlights the value of holistic education, balancing academics with socioemotional development and student engagement.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Formal commendation: Conveys that Mrs. McCord is a highly dedicated educator whose work benefits Tennessee students.
  • Professional background and qualifications:
    • PreK teacher at Cannon County Elementary School for 15 years.
    • Leadership and community involvement roles, including outreach services for families in crisis, VPK PreK teaching, a community PreK advisory teacher representative, and a Tennessee Promise mentor.
    • Education: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Tennessee Technological University; Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Austin Peay State University (graduated with honors).
    • Prior recognition as Teacher of the Year at a previous school.
  • Educational philosophy: Emphasizes a holistic classroom approach that integrates academic development with socioemotional learning and student interests.
  • Ceremonial language:
    • Provides that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation.
    • Includes standard language regarding the appearance of the text following the State seal, without House or Senate designation, on such copy.
  • Legislative note: As a memorial/ceremonial joint resolution, it does not establish new policies or allocate funds.

Who Is Affected

  • Primary honoree: Robin McCord
  • Employer and local school community: Cannon County Elementary School and the Cannon County School District
  • Broader audience: Tennessee educators and the general public who recognize exemplary public service in education

Procedural Timeline

  • 2025-03-31: Introduced and placed on the House consent calendar
  • 2025-04-03: House adopted; transmitted to Senate
  • 2025-04-07 to 2025-04-08: Senate actions (referenced as placed on consent calendar)
  • 2025-04-11: Both chambers (House and Senate) signed/engaged in final concurrence; enrolled
  • 2025-04-11: Senate Speaker and House Speaker signed
  • 2025-04-14: Transmitted to Governor for action
  • 2025-04-15: Signed by Governor

Significance

  • This is a ceremonial acknowledgment intended to publicly celebrate and honor a distinguished educator within Tennessee.
  • It serves to highlight exemplary teaching practices and community leadership, potentially inspiring peers and students.

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

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