More than a job, teaching is a calling. Great teachers respect and admire their students. They encourage and invite participation and creativity.
Teacher Bill Phelps: Life's a Stage
"(Students) will always remember being in a play or participating in debate," said Bill Phelps.
Teacher Heidi McElroy: Artistic Visionary
""By mixing up the projects and media, she created opportunities for students to succeed," said former student Peter Morgan.
Teacher Bandy Brownlee: Inspiring Voices
"He made music fun and lighthearted which fostered an atmosphere conducive to creating, sharing, and learning," said former student Carly Camper Kanzler.
'A! Magazine' Wins Journalism Awards
The Greater Tri-Cities Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) recently announced the winners of its annual competition judged by out-of-state jurors.
Outstanding Teachers: What Sets Them Apart
What keeps Bill Phelps, Heidi McElroy and Bandy Brownlee going and makes them stay?
'Follow Your Dreams ... Take That Chance'
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Specialty License Plates Drive Arts Commission's Grant Funding
Specialty license plates provide the primary source of funding for the Tennessee Arts Commission's grant programs. During tough economic times the sale of specialty plates becomes even more important
Review: Barter Theatre's "Alice in Wonderland'
Barter Theatre's production of Alice in Wonderlandis "well-acted and innovative. One would expect nothing less of Barter, and the dr
Knoxville Radio Station Hires New General Manager
Linda Billman has been named General Manager of publicly-supported radio station WDVX in Knoxville.
East Tennessee State University has announced that a $1 million gift is being made to the Mary B. Martin School of the Arts by Mary's husband, James C. "Jim" Martin.
Children's Literature of Appalachia Bibliography Published
Teachers, parents, librarians and others who regularly encourage children and youth to read and who would like to share more books about the Appalachian region have an extensive new resource available to them.
State Arts Group, Virginians for the Arts, Elects Officers
Former NPR Announcer/Producer Discusses WETS Program Changes
In a recent correspondence with A! Magazine concerning an online petition objecting to the programming changes at WETS-FM, a nationally recognized composer residing in Jonesborough, Tenn., had this to say....
William King Museum Names New Executive Director
Marcy K. Miller has been appointed as the new Executive Director of William King Museum (WKM), effective March 1, 2010.
Symphony of the Mountains Selects New Concertmaster
Symphony of the Mountains (SOTM) has selected Sean K. Claire as Concertmaster.
The Crooked Road makes list of leading U.S. Heritage Destinations
The hits just keep on coming for Virginia's Crooked Road.
Capo's Music Store Opens
Amy and Gill Braswell hope their store will become a stop for visitors interested in our region's culture as well as provide an answer for residents searching for books and music reflecting the place they call home.
Head of Virginia Arts Commission Honored
Peggy Baggett headed the state arts agency for three decades through eight administrations.
America Reads Challenge
The America Reads Challenge Program at East Tennessee State University has been selected for participation in a new initiative, Read. Write. Act. (RWA) Virtual Learning Community.
'The Crooked Road' Named 'Distinctive Destination'
Now you can vote for the Fan Favorite Destination. The national designation recognizes The Crooked Road for its efforts to generate tourism and economic development in Southwest Virginia by preserving, promoting and showcasing the region's unique m
On Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, WETS-FM (89.5 MHz) underwent a significant transformation.
Abingdon Native Pens Article in Music Publication
An article written by Abingdon, Va. native Christa Smith Anderson appears in Oxford American's 2009 Music Issue.
Holston Mountain Artisans Move
Members of the Holston Mountain Artisans cooperative have been moving items to a new location.