Cope earns top honor at state school board convention

Members of the Warren County Board of Education attended the Tennessee School Boards Association’s Annual Convention, held Nov. 6-8 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville.
The convention brought together school board members from across Tennessee for workshops and discussions on school governance and student achievement. The program also highlighted initiatives from Tennessee school districts aimed at improving student outcomes.
Warren County was named a 2025-26 Board of Distinction by TSBA. Kim Cravens, TSBA’s Upper Cumberland District director, recognized the board at its Oct. 22 meeting. TSBA’s convention awards program also included recognition of Boards of Distinction.

**Rob Nunley photo -** Kim Cravens presents the Warren County School Board with its award during its Oct. 22 meeting.

During the convention, Warren County board member Chris Cope received the Level V Master Board Member designation, the highest honor in TSBA’s Boardsmanship program. To earn it, school board members must meet requirements for training, board service experiences and participation in conventions and workshops, as well as complete a portfolio.
Cope was also appointed to serve as a member-at-large on the 2027 TSBA Board of Directors.
“I’m excited and honored to be recognized as a Level V Master School Board Member and extremely grateful and honored to be nominated and selected to serve on the 2027 TSBA Board of Directors as a member-at-large,” Cope said.