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Tate School fifth-graders go hands-on with history

May 6, 2026 by Tammy Cheek

Tate School fifth-graders got hands-on with history on its campus, 9215 Bob Gray Road Friday, April 9, when they dove into the history of World War II, which they have been studying.

Capt. Jeff Swanson, commanding officer with Five Oh First Group and his team of WWII re-enactors got students involved in aspects of the war.

Students were able to try on all the paratroopers’ gear, touch equipment WWII soldiers touched and ask questions about the war. They also tried on helmets, and touched weaponry from that period, such as rifles, demolition boxes, non-live ammunition, ammunition belts, walkie talkies and operational field phones.

Upon looking at the walkie talkies, students’ eyes widened when Swanson told students, “That was the cell phones of the day.”

Farragut principal inducted into UT Hall of Honor

May 6, 2026 by Staff Reports

Farragut Intermediate School executive principal Suzanne Parham recently was inducted into the prestigious Hall of Honor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, recognizing her exceptional leadership, lasting impact on education and distinguished professional achievements.

“I felt incredibly honored and, honestly, very grateful,” she said about learning of

the award. “My first thought was about the people who have been part of this journey

with me.

“No recognition like this happens in isolation,” Parham said. “It reflects the collective work of the teachers, staff, students and families I’ve had the privilege to serve alongside. It was a really meaningful moment.

“The University of Tennessee has played an important role in my journey, and I am honored to be included among such an outstanding group of individuals,” she added.

Knox Catholic announces 2026 Sedes Sapientiae winners

May 6, 2026 by Tammy Cheek

Knox Catholic High School has announced Will Howell and Miriam Campfield as its Sedes Sapientiae Award winners for 2026.

Similar to the valedictorian and salutatorian designations, the Sedes Sapientiae (Latin for “Seat of Wisdom”) Award is the highest honor bestowed at KCHS. Chosen by the faculty, it recognized the students who exemplify superior scholarship, service and Christian leadership.

“I think high school has been awesome because I have begun to learn who I am,” said Howell, son of Dean and Elizabeth Howell. “I have been able to find the things that I want to do and to be a part of and the things that I do not want to be a part of.

“Most importantly, I have learned to hear the voice of God in my life, and I understand that He is leading me, and I trust Him enough to follow Him,” the senior said.