Greene Technology Center Press Release
Greene Technology Center proudly announces that Jamy Swinney has been selected as one of the ten 2024-2025 Tennessee Novice Teachers of the Year. Mrs. Swinney, who teaches Cosmetology at GTC, was recognized at the prestigious 2024 Excellence in Education 65th Sapphire Anniversary Celebration in Nashville on Friday, August 23, 2024. The Tennessee Department of Education announced the inaugural Novice Tennessee Teacher of the Year Awardees. This recognition was implemented to celebrate and recognize the wealth of excellent novice teachers in Tennessee. Winners from each CORE region and major municipals were recognized.
As one of the ten honorees from across the state, Mrs. Swinney will serve as an ambassador for new teachers in the State, offering guidance, mentorship, and advice to help shape the next generation of educators.
Mrs. Swinney expressed her appreciation for the award: “I am deeply honored and grateful to have been recognized as one of the Novice Teachers of the Year. I want to express my heartfelt thanks to my kind, talented, and patient students, who have supported me and inspired me every day. They are the reason I love what I do. Being surrounded by exceptional educators at the Excellence in Education Celebration has given me new aspirations and goals to strive for.”
Mr. Aaron Flanary, Principal at GTC, said, “One of Jamy’s greatest strengths lies in her ability to tailor her teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of her students. We applaud Jamy for not only the outstanding job she does in the classroom but also for receiving this award.”
Mr. David McLain, Director of Schools of Greene County Schools, stated, “In Greene County, we are very proud of Jamy. Due to her coming from a family of strong educators and marrying into a family of strong educators, we know she will do a great job serving as an ambassador for new teachers. Once again, congratulations to her on this great honor.”
Greeneville City Director of Schools Steve Starnes commended Mrs. Swinney for her outstanding achievement: “We are incredibly proud of Mrs. Swinney and her dedication to her students and profession. Being recognized as a Novice Teacher of the Year is a tremendous honor, and it reflects the positive impact she has already made in her short time as an educator. We are excited to see her continue inspiring and mentoring students and the impact she will have on new teachers throughout Tennessee.”
For additional information about Greene Technology Center, the Cosmetology program, or other programs offered at the school, please visit our website at https://gtc.gcschools.net/ or contact the school at (423) 639-0171.
