Cornerstone 2022

Magazine

LEADERSHIP

BoardofDirectors

Harry Sinis

Rose Fullen

Jason Butler

Stacy Fullen

Wade Cox

Neil Howe Chris Slayman

Johnny James Elizabeth Lague

President Emma Pence

Vice President Ella McIntosh

Secretary Lily Fly Treasurer Anna Wilder

Historian Caroline Jones

President Cade Harkness

Vice President Cameron Long

Secretary Mallory Jones

Treasurer Haley Blevins

Historian Brooke Harrison

President Addie Thorpe

Vice President Lizzie Crowe

Secretary Dillon Butler

Treasurer Molly Sherman

President Nix Fullen

Vice President Smith Howe

Secretary Hallie Hendren

Treasurer Carrie Ann Fullen

LeadershipTeam

Dr Andy Graham, Head of School

Stephanie Wehrer, Associate Head of School &

Upper School Principal

Lisa Cole, Chief Financial Officer

Tim Cousar, Director of Technology

Susan Cranford, Lower School Principal

Suzanne Davidson, Advancement Director

Dr Jennifer Graham, Director of Curriculum & Special Projects

Conner McLemore, Dean of Students

Brette Pinner, Director of Enrollment

Management & Annual Giving

Johnie Sanfratello, Athletic Director

Lalania Vaughn, Fine Arts Director

TRA'SFOUR PILLARS

FAITH

Faith is how it all began in 1965 That is when a group of citizens became concerned about the quality of their children's education because prayer and the Bible had been removed from public schools. It was their desire that Christian teaching remain a part of their children's education Today, FAITH remains one of the pillars of our school, as our students live their faith through participation in prayer, devotionals, biblical instruction and chapel

ACADEMICS

We believe a solid foundation for successful higher education and wise life choices includes positive faculty student relationships and a challenging college preparatory curriculum. Our low student:teacher ratio allows for differentiated and individualized instruction and gives teachers the flexibility to address specific needs With ACT based standardized testing beginning in the 3rd grade, our students are prepared for the next level They continually meet our goal of 100% college acceptance and receive millions in scholarship funds each year.

CHARACTER

Is good character just as important as good grades? We sure think so! Successful students perform well both in and out of the classroom Honest, dependable, caring, fair, humble, generous these are important words we are proud to use when describing our students, teachers and alumni

SERVICE

Service is TRA's final pillar and focuses on kind gestures both on and off school campus. Whether it's coordinating a drive for the local food pantry, assisting communities in need due to disastrous weather, small projects on campus, reading to/assisting fellow students in lower grades, helping teachers or volunteering during special events we encourage our students to think about others

"For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” (Mark

VERSE MISSION BELIEFS

But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles, they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint.

Beliefs

Providing a culture grounded in Christian values, Tipton Rosemark Academy is dedicated to guiding students toward their full potential. Using a personalized, technology driven curriculum with high academic standards, TRA develops students who are bound for college Preparing students for life through participation in a variety of extracurricular and service activities, TRA shapes leaders for a global society

Each student is a unique individual of value Biblical knowledge, spiritual growth, and good moral citizenship equip students with the life skills necessary for making wise decisions and positive contributions to society.

Students, parents, and educators share responsibility for providing an effective, Christ centered education for each student

A solid foundation for successful higher education and wise life choices includes positive faculty student relationships, a challenging college preparatory curriculum, and a safe, supportive learning environment.

Extracurricular activities aid students in developing strong character, new talents, and social and leadership skills

NEW BEGINNINGS

StephanieWehrer AssociateHeadofSchool

UpperSchoolPrincipal

But, whether we are winning or losing, it is our commitment to develop students that exemplify Colossians 3:23 who, “work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,” in all areas of their lives.

It is my honor and privilege to welcome the students, families and staff of Tipton Rosemark Academy’s upper school back to campus for the 2022 2023 school year!

Last year was dubbed New Beginnings as we embraced new faces and opportunities for our school. This year we are eager to further build upon the steady benchmarks of consistency TRA has maintained amidst the challenges schools and educators have faced over the last two years with the pandemic and remote learning dynamics

Our school’s 2022 ACT, ACT Aspire, and PreACT scores continue to reflect that continuity of high-quality instruction, and we could not be prouder of the hard work demonstrated by our students and faculty.

Both ACT Aspire scores and the PreACT scores for students in 8th and 9th grades exceed the national average, as well as the college readiness benchmarks in every tested area.

TRA’s Class of 2022 boasts a 100% college acceptance rate, with over $5.3 million in total scholarship awards offered. Another impressive accomplishment for this senior class is that nearly 40% of these graduates were members of TRA’s ACT 30+ Club, with an average Composite Score of 24 3, outperforming the national and state averages by 3 to 4 points respectively Our accomplished graduates were accepted at Arkansas, Abilene Christian, Arkansas State University Mid South, Florida State, Fordham, Furman, Hendrix, Moorehouse, Millsaps, Mississippi State, North Alabama, Ole Miss, Sewanee, Tennessee, Wofford, and UT Martin just to name a few!

In addition to strong academic performance in 2021 2022, TRA’s extracurricular programs represented our school in similar spectacular fashion as well. Our students have the opportunity to get involved in many high performing programs outside of the classrooms, where each program individually supports the school’s efforts in developing well rounded students who are more than prepared to stand out as leaders in our community, and beyond.

Our school was awarded the Anne Dallas Dudley Gold Level Award for registering 100% of eligible senior students to vote in local, state and national elections. Tennessee’s Secretary of State, Tre Hargett, visited campus to speak to our students and present the award to TRA and to Ms. Jenny Vego for her efforts in accomplishing this notable achievement.

TRA’s fine arts program is one of the premier programs throughout our area, and most recently received a dozen nominations for the Orpheum’s High School Theatre Awards Program The program, along with two individual students, won in the categories of Best Supporting Actor and Best Hair & Make Up. Our athletic teams have excelled beyond regular season play in many of our sports.

TRA graduate from the class of 2022, Tyler Byrd, was named as TSSAA’s Mr Basketball for our school’s respective division for the entire state of Tennessee

Elyse Warren was selected as the South Tipton Chamber of Commerce Student of the Year for TRA for 2022.

The softball team competed in the 2022 state tournament in their first year competing in a higher classification, finishing as state runners up and bringing home the silver trophy

Yianni Sinis competed at both the TSSAA high school state cross country meet, and track meet as an 8th grader!

We are certainly proud of all of our students for representing our school well in so many areas both inside and outside of the classrooms. But, whether we are winning or losing, it is our commitment to develop students that exemplify Colossians 3:23 who, “work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,” in all areas of their lives

I have continually shared throughout my time as a member of the Tipton Rosemark school community, that this precious school has been overwhelmingly guided by the Sovereign and Providential Hand of God. This year has brought our school one of the largest enrollment increases I have experienced in my time at TRA. One of the greatest blessings of my life, as an educator, is the opportunity to serve the academic and spiritual needs of YOUR greatest blessings Our faculty and staff fully recognize what a privilege and responsibility it is to be entrusted with the important work being done in the lives of these students The start of every school year is always busy, and even when we feel tired, the upper school faculty and staff will celebrate the busyness because it means another day to serve our students and their families. Our school community is full of faithful prayer warriors, who daily intercede on behalf of the lives within the school. We feel them, and we continue to be grateful for those people and all of their prayers each day.

FutureStar Summit

Ty Tyler was selected to attend the FutureStar Summit held at the University of Tennessee at Martin FutureStar Summit is a leadership program designed for West Tennessee's potential leaders and is sponsored by WestStar Leadership alumni. Ty is pictured with Dr. Keith Carver, UT Martin Chancellor.

Best Field Trip Ever!

8th Grade took on Washington D C last spring So much history is packed into a few days! The stops in D C include The National Cathedral, Arlington National Cemetery, Kennedy Gravesites, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Iwo Jima Marine Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Korean Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, Ford's Theater, the Air & Space Museum, MLK, Jr. Memorial, FDR Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Capitol Hill and Mt Vernon On the way to Busch Gardens the group stopped at the Historic Jamestown Settlement

Spelling Bee Winners

Congratulations to this year’s TRA Spelling Bee winners! First Place 7th grader Riley Taylor, Second Place 6th grader Angelo Khattar and Third Place 8th grader Hallie Hendren

MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS

WELCOME BACK

SusanCranford LowerSchoolPrincipal

I have the best job in the world, and I thank you for sharing your child with us each day.

Welcome back! I hope that your summer was filled with many sunny days and fun adventures with your children. We are in full swing of our new school year, and I am so happy that your child is with us! We are excited to help him/her grow academically and spiritually

Our teachers are are already working hard to make this year a fabulous one for your child and for you. You, our parents, are one big part of that equation that will make your child’s year a wonderful one. Praying with your child, studying with your child, and having dinner together are all intricate parts of a happy, loving home Just as they do in the classroom, children thrive with structure and consistency in the home

I am thrilled to tell you that our ACT Aspire test results from Spring 22 are outstanding! A huge number of our 3rd 5th graders reached the ACT readiness benchmark in multiple subjects. These individual scores are being sent home with next week’s signed papers Our teachers do an outstanding job teaching the standards with the differentiation needed to assure each child is successful

Our PreK classes are filled to capacity, and these little ones have transitioned easily into their daily routine. It is so much fun to watch these two, three and four year olds explore, play and learn each and every day Our new playground addition gives the younger students an exciting area on which to climb and play

Students in grades K 5 are also settling into new class procedures and routines. They love being back with old friends and making new ones, too We have several new families this year, and we are very thankful to have them join our TRA family I really do appreciate our veteran parents welcoming our new families and making the transition an easy one for them

Our PreK-3 - fifth grade teachers are pumped about their Promethean Boards and the possibilities of these for enhancing classroom instruction We received additional training on these during our first late start Wednesday PD time last week. Our students love them, too!

This fall will bring some of our wonderful TRA traditions: TRA carnival, Little Rebels, tailgating on “Rebel Row” before our football games, preschool Thanksgiving programs and much more We are also excited about fun fall elementary sports additions such as flag football and elementary volleyball First and foremost, at the root of all things academic and athletic, is our teaching of God’s word and God’s love

As you can see, it is a great time to be a TRA Rebel I have the best job in the world, and I thank you for sharing your child with us each day. As we embark on this year together, please remember that our teachers are Christ followers, and we care for the welfare and academic excellence of all our children. We thank God for each and every one of our students and their families, and we are so happy to share TRA together with you.

Byrd Makes History

TSSAAMr.Basketball

Tyler Byrd made TRA history by being named the TSSAA 2022 Division II Class A Mr Basketball The awards presentation took place on the floor of Murphy Center on the campus of MTSU on Monday, March 14 at 5:00 p.m. The top girls and boys basketball players in six classifications of the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association were honored by being named the winners of the 2022 Mr and Miss Basketball Awards

A statewide committee of sportswriters selected the winners based on performance during the 2021 2022 regular season. Academics and character were also taken into consideration. High school head basketball coaches and members of the media nominated the finalists

“This is such an outstanding honor for all 36 of the young men and women recognized this evening at the Mr and Miss Basketball Awards,” said Bernard Childress, Executive Director of the TSSAA “They were here not only due to their athletic ability that they displayed on the court throughout the season, but just as much for their outstanding character and academic achievements ”

This was the 37th year that the Mr and Miss Basketball Awards have been presented to Tennessee’s best high school basketball players.

Tyler was also selected the West 10 Media 2022 Male Athlete of the Year

Varsity Athlete Highlights

Basketball

District MVP - Tyler Byrd

All District Team - Elyse Warren, Raven Sims & Eli Ramsey

All District Honorable Mention - Thano Sinis

Track&Field Yianni Sinis Qualified 1600M Run DII A State Championship

SoftballCoach

Daily Memphian Coach of the Year - Johnie Sanfratello

Softball

All Region Team - Ryleigh Bowers (MVP), Kayla Clement, Addie Glass, Gracen Williams, Brooke Harrison, Neely Grantham

Tennessee Softball Coaches Association AllState Team - Kayla Clement, Brooke Harrison, Neely Grantham

Tennessee Sports Writers Association AllState Team - Ryleigh Bowers, Kayla Clement

Baseball

All-District Team - Kade Allen, Eli West, Trace Scott, Eli Ramsey, Ben Wilson

Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association Super Sophomore - Eli West

All Region Team - Eli Ramsey, Ben Wilson

Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association Super Freshman Trace Scott

Throughout the pages of this magazine, we are featuring the work of our talented elementary, middle and high school visual art students Many of the featured pieces were selected as winners during the 2021 22 Art Show There is no doubt that our performing and vocal arts programs are top notch, but as you can clearly see, our visual arts students are impressive as well. In fact, three of our students placed in the 2022 Scholastic Art Contest, the nation’s longest running and most prestigious program for creative teens in grades 7 12. Olivia Kennedy recieved the Gold Key (regional top honor) in photography while both Sierra Slayman and Nathan West received honorable mention awards for their paintings

Visual art students can often be found around campus with their cameras shooting at creative angles for their digital photography class. Additionally, they assist in creating graphics for the athletic and arts social media accounts

We recognize the value of arts and appreciate the fact that Involvement in the arts is associated with gains in math, reading, cognitive ability, critical thinking, and verbal skill.

CELEBRATING THEARTS

Olivia Kennedy Gold Key Award Winner

TRA's production of Little Shop of Horror's received the following nominations during the the Orpheum Theater's High School Musical Theater Awards:

Outstanding Playbill

Outstanding Poster

Outstanding Front of House

Outstanding Hair & Make up Outstanding Lighting Outstanding Set

Outstanding Technical Achievement

Olivia Kennedy Outstanding Student

Creative Achievement

Megan Pfeifer Outstanding Student

Creative Achievement

Cade Harkness/Audrey 2 Outstanding Supporting Actor Overall Production

During the awards ceremony on May 26, 2022 the cast performed on the Orpheum stage Cade Harkness, received the “Outstanding Supporting Actor” award and Maddie White received the “Outstanding Hair & Make-up” award.

The following students participated in the All State Honor Choir & Treble Honor Choir Concerts in Nashville Adam Walker 5th Naomi Blair 5th

Georgianne Phelps 5th Emme Williamson 5th Logan West 5th

Jackson Biggs 6th Angelo Khattar 6th Ryleigh Kate Hampton 6th Emma Lacey Stafford 6th Hayden Bishop 6th Gracie Vego 6th Zachary Crane 6th Cameron Long 10th Cade Harkness 10th Rylee Ford 10th Haley Blevins 10th

Mark Jackson 11th Will Griffin 12th Gavin West 12th

Achievement Achievement

Mike Proctor '80 Awarded the TRA Fine Arts Lifetime Achievement Award

Learning generosity from his Papa and Uncle Bill, Mike Proctor went to work at Pruitt’s gas station before he was even old enough to drive Mike always wanted some pocket money not only to pay his own way in life, but also to help family and friends who needed it

Once in high school at Tipton Rosemark Academy Mike worked after school at Thompson’s Cotton Gin and also began playing football. From football coaches Fowler and Ivy, he learned courage, integrity, and determination in the face of adversity. TRA's Theater teacher, Deborah Nelson, spotted acting talent in Mike and cast him as the comical villain Bud Frump in “How to Succeed at Business Without Really Trying ” What is it that actors really do? They CONVINCE you that they are the character they play Mike would go on to use this gift of persuasion to encourage and convince many of his friends and future employees to believe in themselves and to be more than they ever dreamed they could be

After graduating from Tipton Rosemark Academy, a semester at Memphis State University led to a job at FedEx sorting packages in the hub. Soon Mike worked his way up to ramp agent followed by a manager’s position in Atlanta. After several years there, Mike transferred back to FedEx headquarters in Memphis where he caught the eye of Pete Looker Sr., the owner of Satco, Inc. Pete convinced Mike to come work for Satco as his new Vice President Satco makes and repairs Unit Loading Devices, the containers that hold packages within a cargo plane, for customers like FedEx, UPS, DHL, and more Mike oversaw the continual expansion of Satco, opening new locations in the US and abroad Today, Mike is the CEO of Satco something he achieved using the lessons he learned as a child and young adult from his family, coaches, and teachers at TRA: “Be generous and share your success, never give up, always do the right thing, treat people like you want to be treated, and inspire and encourage everyone around you."

A message from Mike Proctor

"The TRA Lifetime Achievement Award touched me and I immediately felt it was a recognition of results of so many more than just myself The award was given to me but must be shared with the Lord above, my Family, Carl Williams TRA Headmaster (1975 1986), Bobby Fowler Football Coach, Debbie Nelson Theatre Director, Brother White School Pastor and the many students and parents that loved to participate.

I have also given thanks in my prayers for what I call the "TRA Passion” This passion taught us the importance of being a good steward of each day and planted a life long example for us all to follow

I further believe no one man achieves eminent success by themselves or by simply doing what is required It is and always will be achieved by being hungry to help others and the desire to give over and above what is expected

I may have become the Chief Executive Officer of a company on the world stage, but I always tell everyone that I am the Chief Encouragement Officer. This belief was born at TRA & I remain humbled and blessed to be a part of the TRA Family!"

I further believe no one man achieves eminent success by themselves or by simply doing what is required.

TRAFUND

Dr. & Mrs. Alex Haley

Kaelin & Bobby Lee Hanks

Justin Hanson

Holly & Roy Harkness

Bethany K. Huffman

Elizabeth and Paul Lague in honor of Edward Lague

Earline & Jimmy Long

Dawn & Russell McDaniel

Meg & Sherman McGill Donna Pugh Nancy & Paul Rose

Tonya & John Rountree

Magda & Harry Sinis

Janice Smith

Terri & Dale Smith

Mr & Mrs Don Sweat

TRAFUND

The TRA Annual Fund provides financial support for essential programs projects and needs that are not covered by tuition dollars alone.

Family Circle Red $250+

Tipton Nails

Cary & Lalania Vaughn

Ginger & Tommy Whitlock

Amanda & Nelson

Williams

Anonymous in honor of Naomi Blair Anonymous in honor of Cameron James Long Jo & Bobby Baker

The Benevity Community Impact Fund (Scott Cannon)

John A Bishop Jr in honor of Caleb Williams Marcia Brasel

Judy Glass Dr and Mrs Thomas O'Brien

Larry Osborn Blaire & Bob Parchman Beth & Kerry Regen Robert Scoggins

Brad and Jody Sellers Nancy Reid Wakefield John and Debbie White

Lisa & Bobby Cole Suzanne & Mark Davidson in memory of Gail Davidson Barbara & Lee Evins Brian and Meg Ford in memory of Marylou McDaniel

Stacy & Parker Fullen Mr and Mrs Chris Gangaware in honor of Mary Hastings Gangaware Noel Howe Marsha Kuykendall Drs Richard and Rebekah Land

Lisa Olsen in honor of Duke Cooper Janet & Curt Park Samantha & Michael Pence

Keith Phelps in honor of Allison Phelps Mary Helen & Eugene Pugh in honor of Edward Lague Kelly & Shannon Reburn Amanda & Chad Stewart Terry Sykes in honor of Peyton & Logan Sykes

Blue $5+

Anonymous in honor of Jenny Lynn Vego Anonymous

Janice & Alan Baker in honor of Dillon, Caleb and Hart Butler Hannah Barber Jordan Barron

Shelly and Brian Bennett in honor of Charley June Bennett Jimmie Lou Blair in honor of Naomi Dupree Blair

Ashley Boaz

Dennie Bomar

Buff City Soap Fundraiser

Melissa Canon

Mary & Don Cleveland in honor of Adler Robert Cleveland

Rachel Coats

Jacob Cole

Cheryl Condo

Tim Cousar

Susan & Wade Cox

Susan Cranford

Jenny Daniel

Wendy Darden

William Dean

Rebecca Downing

Sarah Kate Downing

Lara English

Frances & Terry Fondren

Jeanette Gant

TRA Fund gifts do not include funds collected through sign sales, event sponsorships or funds given directly to a support organization.

TRAFUND

The TRA Annual Fund provides financial support for essential programs projects and needs that are not covered by tuition dollars alone.

Blue $5+

Alan Goodwin in honor of Harper and Kasen Price William Grady and Anderson Bryce Goudy Todd Grahek

Karen Grigsby

Stacy Hall

Mindi & Chad Harkness Mindy K Hays Amy Henning Jessica Hollingsworth Beth & Phil Holloway in honor of Maxwell Pinner Tobias Hood

Neil Howe Paula & Bill Hickman in honor of Peyton and Owen Wehrer Joan Horton Katie Hughes Johnny James Nick James Angel Jones Kim Jones Sylvia & Gerard Lague Mary Langford

Lacey Lock

Hannah Maddux

Rev and Mrs Steve Marcum

Addison Maxwell Kim Maxwell

Renee & Joe McCool Allison & Baker McCool

Susan & Mac McCoy

Cary McDaniel

Conner Mclemore

Terri Millican

Keith Owen

Brenda Owens

Blue $5+

Blaire Parchman in honor of Brenda Owens Blaire Parchman in memory of Emily Fisher

Lynn Park

Amy Payne Allison Phelps

Tammie Phillips

Alexi Pinner

Brette & Collin Pinner Scott Powell Janet & Rory Richardson Donna Riley Candace Rose Johnie Sanfratello Courtney Scoggins Stephanie & Chris Slayman Brandy Smith

Emily Smith Melanie & Adam Sprenkle in memory of Nancy Cannon

Angela & Chris Stallings Jere Stallings Stephen Starnes Nicholas Stevenson Kim Stewart Lynn Willams Tillman and Stella Grace Tillman in memory of Emily Fisher Jenny Vego Ann Watson Stephanie & David Wehrer Ryan White Brianna Zink

In-Kind

Anonymous

Olympic Steak & Pizza

Katie Kay Emily & Phillip Sigler

Summer Smith

Terri & Dale Smith

Support Organizations

We are thankful for our parent support organizations that work tirelessly to support special projects and needs. In addition to donating money back to the school, funds raised last year by these organizations helped with these and other projects:

Athletic Trainer

Senior Scholarships

General Expenses for Fine & Visual Arts

Teacher Appreciation Lunches & Supply Credits

1965SOCIETY

If you would like to join the 1965 Society by making a cash gift of $1,000 or more to the Annual Fund, please contact Brette Pinner at bpinner@rebelmail net or Suzanne Davidson at sdavidson@rebelmail net We hope to continue to grow this Society to provide for the needs of our school for many years to come Warm greetings,

The TRA Annual Fund provides financial support for essential programs projects and needs that are not covered by tuition dollars alone.

On August 6th, a group of enthusiastic 1965 Society Members gathered at the beautiful home of Mark and Suzanne Davidson for our first annual event/dinner party. We were excited to gather this group together to celebrate the many good things happening at Tipton Rosemark Academy

This year the money raised by this organization assisted us in funding several key projects on campus from Performing Arts Center improvements, to curriculum needs to athletic improvements. Our goal is always to improve our school and make the campus better for students, alumni, and faculty Thanks to the Davidsons for the use of their beautiful home, the donors for the incredible gifts, our faculty for the work they do each day and our administrative team for their steadfast

SUPPORT THE TRA FUND

continued improvement of our physical facility, and most importantly allows

to enhanced

to continue to provide excellence

for every student."

PAYNE FULLEN VALEDICTORIAN JOHNATHAN STEWART #3 HISTORIAN

EMMA BAIN #2 SALUTATORIAN KELSI CLARK #4

SCHOOLSPONSORED SCHOLARSHPRECIPIENTS

Congratulations to the seniors recognized during graduation who received the scholarships offered exclusively to TRA students. We appreciate the families and organizations that sponsor these scholarships.

Will Griffin FAME Scholarship

Megan Pheifer FAME Scholarship Savannah Bishop FAME Scholarship

Maddie White FAME Scholarship Jack English Gail Davidson Memorial Scholarship Sohpie Roane Alumni Scholarship

Myah Wright Booster Club Scholarship Johnathan Stewart Booster Club Scholarship Gracen Williams PTO Scholarship

Kelsi Clark Mike & Otis Griffin Scholarship Zoe Richardson Terry Roland Scholarship Audrey Dallas Alicia Hornsby Memorial Scholarship

LEGACY BREAKFAST

April 19, 2022 was a special day for Tipton Rosemark Academy That morning our alumni with students currently attending TRA enjoyed quality time together during the first annual Legacy Breakfast.

During the breakfast, our alumni parents reminisced about their time on campus and shared their favorite memories A fun trivia game sparked many memories and stories

Pictured to the right are the TRA legacy students with alumni parents.

Tipton-Rosemark Academy began in 1965, when a group of citizens became concerned about the quality of their children's education because prayer and the Bible had been removed from public schools.

Retirements Retirements

JO BAKER

After over 13 years of dedicated service to the Tipton Rosemark Community, Mrs Jo Baker will be looking ahead to her most deserved retirement Prior to her time at TRA, Mrs Baker taught at Ripley Area Vo technical, ARP Elementary, Ripley Elementary, and Lauderdale Middle.

Mrs. Baker has taught 1st grade, 3rd through 8th grades, and also adult aged students. She taught ELA, history, science, Bible, and office skills in addition to the many years of mathematics she has shared with students in her classroom and schools Her total years of service to students and families in education is 42 years.

In addition to the subject areas Mrs. Baker has taught during her tenure, she also contributed to the development of many future leaders through her work with school Student Council programs In fact, she mentored and advised a few of TRA’s councils to be named Star Councils at the state level, among many other notable accomplishments. Mrs. Baker has produced many wonderful math students throughout her tenure at TRA and shared her love for art with her students as well

She is excited about spending more time with the recently retired Mr Baker and her grandson Mrs Baker and her husband Mr Bobby Baker, reside in Ripley They have two daughters, Jessica and Alex (Terrell), and one grandson, Jude She will be missed at Tipton Rosemark and her passion for teaching and learning will not soon be forgotten. We wish her many years of happiness and a fabulous retirement.

Stephanie Wehrer, Angel Jones, Jo Baker & Stacy Hall at

Mrs Baker's retirement reception

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 3:5 6

BRENDA OWENS

After 42 years of dedicated service to Tipton Rosemark Academy, Mrs Brenda Owens is setting her sights on a well deserved retirement Prior to teaching at TRA, Mrs Owens taught for 3 years in Texas, 1 year at Briarcrest, and 1 year at Munford Primary Her total tenure equals 47 years

While at TRA, Mrs. Owens began her teaching career in 2nd grade. She transitioned to 7th and 8th grade Science followed by 6th grade and ended her career with many years in 5th grade. She is a 2004 2005 member of the TRA Hall of Fame.

We recognize Mrs Owens’ unconditional dedication and loyalty to TRA, her excellent work ethic, and her outstanding teaching not only of academic subject matter but of God’s word She worked each day to teach her students about the Lord, His Word, and His love for each of us

Mrs Owens's favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:5 6 This is a verse she lives by daily and instills in the hearts of her students. Mrs. Owens and her husband, Mike, reside in Munford. They have three sons Kevin (deceased), Brad (Samantha), and Tim. Mike and Brenda are expecting their first grandchild later this year.

Thousands of students and their families benefited from Mrs Owens’ passion for teaching Mrs Owens touched the lives of so many students and they will forever be grateful for the love and knowledge instilled in them We are sad to lose Mrs Owens as a beloved faculty member Her sweet disposition, loving spirit, kind smile, and willingness to help others will be greatly missed We wish Mrs Owens many happy years and many miles of adventures during her retirement

Mrs Owens with her 5th grade teaching partner Amy Henning

NEWFACES& POSITIONS

01.

Amber Adler

Amber Adler has joined TRA as the new TREC (Tipton Rosemark Extended Care) Director. Mrs. Adler comes to TRA from Barret's Chapel in the Shelby County School System where she taught PreK 8th grade music.

02.

Ashley Boaz

Ashley Boaz has been appointed as the school nurse for grades PreK 2 12 Most recently Ashley served as a part time assistant in PreK 4 Prior to that she was in the Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at LeBonheur

03.

Sylvia Brown

TRA welcomes Sylvia Brown as a PreK 2 teacher.Mrs. Brown comes to TRA from Haywood Elementary School in Brownsville. Prior to that, she taught for Franklin Special School District in Franklin, TN and Anderson Early Childhood Center in Brownsville

04. Britney Bryant

TRA welcomes Britney Bryant as a PreK 2 teacher. Mrs. Bryant comes to us with 17 years experience in elementary education She spent the past 11 years as a third grade and first grade teacher at Donelson Elementary in Arlington

05.

Kurt Couvion

Couch Couvion has been appointed the Head Boy's Basketball Coach He brings an impressive resume to our school and most recently served as a Head Coach at Houston High School and as an assistant coach during their state title run.

06.

Claire Gezley

Claire Gezley joins the staff as a math and science teacher for middle and upper schools Claire has been teaching at Covington High School for the past six years, where she taught various science courses including Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science and Physics She is a 2008 TRA graduate Lea Ann Grantham

07. Leslie Langley

TRA welcomes Lea Ann as an English teacher for Middle and Upper School. She has over 10 years of teaching experience at various levels. Most recently, she served as an instructor at Northwest Mississippi Community College in the Adult Education/Career Tech Department

08.

Ms. Langley joins the TRA faculty as a PreK 4 teacher. Lelslie comes to us with 14 years of teaching experience Her most recent placement was as a second grade teacher at Tipton Christian Academy in Covington

At Tipton-Rosemark Academy, we have a dedicated faculty and staff who are passionate about their subject area and who can impart information with skill and clarity.

NEWFACES& POSITIONS Missy Scoggins

09. 12.

Conner McLemoare

Conner McLemore has been named the new Dean of Students for Middle and Upper Schools. Conner has served as a teacher and coach at TRA and is also a TRA alumnus from the Class of 2015. Conner has taught for two years at TRA. He has taught Elementary Physical Education, Middle School Bible, and 8th grade US History during his tenure Conner also serves as the Head Middle School Football coach, Varsity Football Defensive Coordinator, and Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach

10. 11. Bryant Wilkinson

We are excited to announce the addition of Mrs Missy Scoggins to our lower school staff Mrs Scoggins will assist Mrs Lacey Lock in our PreK 3 program Mrs Scoggins has several years experience in the preschool classroom at Faith Baptist Church and she is excited to be back in the classroom

Kim Williamson

We are pleased to announce the addition of Kim Williamson to the preschool program as an assistant in PreK 2. Kim has served as room parent, a substitute teacher and is the current president of F A M E , TRA's fine arts booster club

Bryant Wilkinson joins TRA as our Head Girls’ Basketball Coach. Coach Wilkinson brings an impressive body of work to our school and has served as a Head Coach at Macon Road Baptist School where he also taught Bible and Physical Education and served as Athletic Director In addition, Coach Wilkinson previously served as an assistant coach on the Delta State University staff that were Gulf South Conference runner ups in 2018 and champions in 2019

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