Senate Joint Resolution 243, sponsored by Southerland, honors Kathryn Nielson for being named the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year at East Ridge Middle School. The resolution acknowledges her dedication, ability, and integrity as an educator, highlighting her positive influence on students and her commitment to motivating them to reach their full potential. It emphasizes her role as an inspiration to her colleagues and the value of her friendship and counsel within the school community.

The resolution calls for the recognition of Ms. Nielson's exceptional service to the children of Tennessee and commends her professional expertise and personal excellence. It expresses the General Assembly's best wishes for her future endeavors and mandates that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation.