Kami Lunsford, who was named Tennessee Teacher of the Year in 2020, is currently choir director of Karns Middle School in Knoxville. She has been sharing her love of learning and music with students, teachers, and future educators in all three regions of Tennessee for her entire career.
Chris Strelecki just completed his twelfth year as choral director at Poplar Grove Middle School in Franklin, Tennessee. His past positions include three years as elementary music teacher at Housman Elementary and choral director for two years at Landrum Middle School in Houston, Texas. Strelecki is a member of the Middle Tennessee Vocal Association and the Tennessee Music Education Association.
The 2020–2021 school year was like no other. Even though it was crazy and stressful, there were also many successes that occurred. During this session, participants will have a chance to network with other secondary choral music teachers across the state to discuss their experiences over the past year and share successful lessons and activities.