The award recognizes coordinators from each of the eight regions of Tennessee for going above and beyond their assigned duties; advocating program initiatives and action plans; communicating the importance of wellness to all students, staff, and families; implementing innovative programming to support students, staff, and families; and partnering with community members and organizations.

 

"In her time as coordinator, Ms. Montgomery has done a tremendous job,” said Jim Nash, Chief Student Services Officer. “Specifically, her time spent with Kingsport City Schools counselors and staff related to mental health and social emotional learning which has resulted in great work for our students, staff, and district. Her leadership and passion for her work is evident in all that she does. I am thankful to partner with her in this work for our district."

 

"I am very honored to have received this recognition but have to give credit to the amazing leadership and partners I have the privilege of working with everyday," said Montgomery. "My goal for the Coordinated School Health program is to provide education and assistance to not just our students, but our families and staff. I could not do this without our Kingsport City Schools counselors, wellness teachers, and school administrators who have supported CSH so strongly." 

 

Montgomery is in her third year as Coordinated School Health Coordinator for Kingsport City Schools. Prior to joining KCS, Montgomery served as a Community Engagement Specialist for Ballad Health where she worked on advancing the regional population health program. She holds a B.A. and MBA from King University and is currently pursuing her Masters of Public Health from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. 

 

Tennessee Coordinated School Health connects physical, emotional, and social health with education through eight interrelated components. This coordinated approach improves students' health and their capacity to learn through the support of families, communities, and schools working together. Coordinated School Health works with many partners to address school health priorities. For more information on the TDOE Office of Coordinated School Health, click here.

Kingsport City Schools (KCS) is a public school district located in Kingsport, Tenn., serving students in Sullivan and Hawkins county. The district is comprised of 13 schools, including a Pre-K, eight elementary schools, two middle schools, one high school, a high school program of choice, and an alternative learning program; with a total enrollment of over 7,900 students. The vision of Kingsport City Schools is to Inspire. Cultivate. Impact. 

 

KCS has been ranked the "#1 Best Place to Teach in Tennessee" by the 2023 NICHE Best Schools Ranking and the City of Kingsport has been voted as the "Nicest Places in America" in the October 2022 Reader's Digest.

 

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