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Andrews: TN Humanties Teacher of the Year

Amanda Phillips, Charger Staff

Humanities Tennessee recently named CHS teacher Rosalie Andrews as one of eight recipients of this year’s Outstanding Teacher of Humanities Awards. The award recognizes teachers who have demonstrated excellence in teaching the humanities, thus making the humanities an important part of their students' lives.

Andrews was selected due to her expansive and in-depth knowledge of the humanities. She also has the respect of students, parents and coworkers, as well as a record of active involvement in community activities and professional organizations such as her long time sponsorship of the Interact Club.

The Humanities course has long been a favorite of CHS students. Andrews developed the Humanities class in 1985 while teaching at Cookeville Junior High School , the predecessor to Avery Trace.

Originally the class met from 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Students who wanted to take Humanities had to put in an extra hour of school time. Once both the course and Andrews moved to Cookeville High School in 1995, it became a part of the regular schedule. The course focuses on an in depth study of ancient history, particularly the cultures of Greece and Rome and a study of art and the achievements of mankind through the ages.

“ Humanities was fun and informative. It made learning less of a chore and more of an experience.” said junior Josh Mattingly.

Mr. John Boschung said, “ I’m really glad Mrs. Andrews got this award now while she can still remember it.”

Andrews will receive a $1500 stipend for professional development and a $1500 award to be spent for humanities materials for the school.

Mrs. Aliene Click summed it up this way, “I can think of no one who deserves it more. It is wonderful to know that others now recognize what we at CHS have always known - Rosalie Andrews is the BEST Humanities Teacher. This recognition is long over due.”