Memorials, Professional Achievement - Dustin Helton, 2024-2025 Sevier County Schools Grades 9-12 Teacher of the Year -

This resolution honors Dustin Helton, a social studies teacher at Pigeon Forge High School in Sevier County, for being named the 2024-2025 Sevier County School System's Grades 9-12 Teacher of the Year. It formally recognizes his 10 years of teaching, his efforts to connect students with community leaders, and his initiative for students to create school improvement projects. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no policy impact - it simply expresses the General Assembly's commendation of his service. The resolution was signed by both legislative chambers and the governor in February 2025.