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This video is no longer available. SAVANNAH, Tenn. - When teaching English to a classroom full of teenagers, Natalie Thomas said it definitely has its moments. "Getting to see students when they finally make progress when you finally have those…
MCLEMORESVILLE, Tenn. - West Carroll Primary School teacher, Suzanne Butler says that education has always played a big role in her life. "I grew up playing school. I never thought about doing anything else, this has always been it for…
HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. - Learning in Kristina Doyle's classroom at Scott Hill Elementary School is always fun and something you do not want to miss. "I tell them it's very important because if you miss one day we cover so…
This video is no longer available. ALAMO, Tenn. - At Crockett County High School, learning science in Julie Crider's classroom is anything but boring. Crider said, "I try to make it fun by coming up with motions. I'll have cheers,…
This video is no longer available. WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. - Greenfield School teacher and basketball coach, Tori Liggett, enjoys learning with her students. Tiggett explained her favorite part of teaching is the interaction with her students and building relationships with…
CROCKETT COUNTY, Tenn. - Maury City Elementary fifth grade teacher, Katie Spence, enjoys her students fresh attitude to learn everyday. Spence said, "I love seeing children have the light bulb come on and they all of a sudden understand something…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. - South Haven Elementary School first grade teacher Lynn Davis has a big heart when it comes to education. Davis said, "I really enjoy watching children grow in their confidence and how it expands throughout the year." Davis‘…
This video is no longer available. MCKENZIE, Tenn. - McKenzie Middle School seventh grade teacher, Paul Carroll enjoys sharing his love for social studies with his students. Carroll explains, "I love the subject material that I have had the opportunity…
This video is no longer available. PINSON, Tenn. - South Elementary School second grade teacher, Janet Sweeney believes in her students. "I'm someone that just doesn't try to teach children what they need to know but also I help them…
JACKSON, Tenn. - North Side High School science teacher, Robbi Ashbaugh loves education. "In my desire to educate my students about science and biology and make sure they get a good educations and get rid of any misconceptions they may…
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. - Trenton Middle School, inclusion teacher, Jeremy McEwen believes in his students. “If you push them in a regular room, they get in there and say 'I can do that, I can hang with them and I…
MEDINA, Tenn. - South Gibson County High School Spanish teacher, Amber Morgan is all about her students. She said, "High schoolers are fun, you can talk to them about certain things, you don't have to break it down to a…
This video is no longer available. PARIS, Tenn. - W.G. Rhea Elementary School first grade teacher, Melanie Hendon loves the responsibility of being an educator. Hendon explains her favorite part of her day. "Watching the kids light up whenever they…
HENDERSON, Tenn. - West Chester Elementary third grade teacher, Denise Davidson believes that making learning fun, is the key to success. "You have to get the kids involved, they don't realize that they are actually learning until they actually do…
HURON, TN - Educator Vicky James loves teaching and working with her students. "I love kindergarten, I love children, and I just love the ah-ha moments when they get it. I love reading and I love teaching them how to…
ALAMO, TN - Crockett County Middle School history teacher Tres Goldsby said teaching was something he never thought he wanted to do. "My parents were teachers, my aunt, it is kind of in the family. It was one thing I…
LEXINGTON, Tenn. - Lexington High School chemistry teacher Brian Scott hopes to change his students' lives. "The best way to make a difference is to try to be a positive role model each and everyday," said Scott. "Even some days…
CLARKSBURG, Tenn.- Clarksburg School Pre-school teacher Gena Maddox has a classroom full of four-year-olds. She said she loves their enthusiasm. "This is their first chance to really start learning in a controlled environment, so everything you do is like, 'gasp!'…
This video is no longer available. HENDERSON COUNTY, Tenn.- South Haven Elementary School second grade teacher, Kay Barker, loves building relationships with each of her students. "I get to know them, their lives and what makes them special," said Barker.…
This video is no longer available. HUNTINGDON, Tenn.- Huntingdon Primary School kindergarten teacher Leigh Ann Towater wishes everyone could love their jobs as much as she loves hers. "People that can't go to work and have a smile on their…
This video is no longer available. MADISON COUNTY, Tenn.- Nova Elementary School second grade teacher Pat Evans loves seeing her students learn something new. "It just makes me very excited to see their excitement," said Evans. "So that carries over…
This video is no longer available. DYER, Tenn.- Dyer Elementary School first grade teacher Debbie Reynolds loves seeing her students learn new material. "I think that's my favorite part; when you actually see the light bulb," said Reynolds. "It's very…
This video is no longer available. BELLS, Tenn.- Bells Elementary School kindergarten teacher Darlene Palmer loves making a difference in her students' lives. "I do want them to feel success everyday when they come to school," said Palmer. "When they…
This video is no longer available. DENMARK, Tenn.-Denmark Elementary School kindergarten teacher Jennifer Burkhead has her dream job. "I wanted to be a teacher since I was little," said Burkhead. "I played school at home and I couldn't imagine doing…
Stigall Primary School kindergarten teacher Brandi Martz may only be a third-year teacher, but says her career choice has been a long time in the making. "When I was little, I always played school. That's something I always wanted to…
This video is no longer available. McKenzie Middle School fifth grade science and social studies teacher Sarah Page said her students can always brighten her day. "They are such a joy, and they have brought such laughter into my life,"…
This video is no longer available. North Parkway Middle School math accelerate teacher Mal Matthews once intended on a different career. "When I finished college, I had a degree in Mass Communications," said Matthews. "When I came back home, I…
This video is no longer available. Martin Elementary School 5th grade teacher Lindsay Haynes is finishing up her first year in her classroom, but she has been teaching since she was very young. "My dad bought me a chalkboard when…
Even though Sacred Heart of Jesus High School English teacher Kristy Sherrod is an educator, she says she's also a learner. "Teachers are always constant learners no matter what we teach," said Sherrod. "And I enjoy it. I always call…
This video is no longer available. West Chester Elementary School second grade teacher Kelly Crowe loves to see her students' excitement when they learn something new. "I really like seeing as they're learning and the little light bulbs come on…
This video is no longer available. Jacks Creek Elementary School first grade teacher Susan Willis sees a leap in her students' learning throughout the year. "It is actually one of the essential building blocks, and if they don't get what…
This video is no longer available. West Middle School geography teacher Shemon Reaves loves seeing the smiles on his students' faces when they accomplish a task. "It's a sense of excitement," said Reaves. "It runs through your body. An adrenaline…
This video is no longer available. Trenton Elementary School first grade teacher Rose Campbell loves how quickly her young students absorb new material. "They're just learning to read," said Campbell. "The excitement is there and when they do realize they…
