Tennessee 2023-2024 Regular Session

Tennessee Senate Bill SJR0084

Introduced
1/24/23  
Engrossed
1/30/23  
Enrolled
2/3/23  

Caption

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Anakin Chandler, recipient of the Perfect Attendance Award.

Impact

The resolution serves as a commendation to Anakin Chandler and reflects broader goals of enhancing student attendance rates within the educational system. By publicizing such efforts, the resolution aims to inspire diligence and a commitment to education among students. It also showcases the role of community programs in fostering a supportive environment for academic achievement, stressing the value placed by lawmakers on educational accomplishments.

Summary

SJR0084 is a Senate Joint Resolution introduced by Senator Southerland that honors and commends Anakin Chandler, a recipient of the Perfect Attendance Award at Smoky Mountain Elementary School. The resolution recognizes the importance of encouraging student attendance and the accomplishments of individuals who have shown dedicated efforts in their education. It highlights the collaborative initiative by the Cocke County Family Resource Center and Coordinated School Health, which aimed to promote better attendance among students by rewarding exemplary attendance records.

Contention

While resolutions such as SJR0084 are generally well-received as they promote positive messages regarding education, they can sometimes spark discussions about the effectiveness of various attendance programs and the broader implications of recognizing individual students versus systemic educational challenges. Supporters of the resolution celebrate the achievements of individual students, while critics might point out the necessity of addressing the underlying issues that contribute to attendance disparities in schools overall.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TN HR972

Dean, Stephanie; 2025 Awards of Honor recipient; commend

TN HJR0256

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Tracy Adkins Powers upon her receipt of the 2025 Great Smoky Mountain Council Outstanding Educator Award.

TN HR2089

Veal, Gail; 2026 Heart of Community Award of Honor recipient; commend

TN HR968

Weed, Mimi; 2025 Awards of Honor recipient; commend

TN HR2088

Arp, Jeb; 2026 Heart of Community Award of Honor recipient; commend

TN HR990

Roberson, Dave; 2025 Awards of Honor recipient; commend

TN HJR1470

A RESOLUTION to commend Sarah Elizabeth Vincion Lewis for perfect attendance throughout thirteen consecutive years of schooling.

TN HR965

Wright-Davis, Marquita Levette; 2025 Awards of Honor recipient; commend

TN HR977

Green, Lynn; 2025 Awards Honor recipient; commend

TN HJR0255

A RESOLUTION to honor and commend Rhonda Longmire upon her receipt of the 2025 Great Smoky Mountain Council Good Scout Award.

Similar Bills

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