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Shelia Jett Joins George Halford As She Shares How Faith, Family, & Mentorship Shaped Her Journey In Education

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There’s a story behind every great teacher — and this one stretches from a farm in Avon South Dakota to a classroom right here in Cookeville Tennessee. George sits down with Sheila Jett, longtime North East Elementary teacher and member of the Christian Educators Group, as she shares how faith, family, and powerful mentors shaped her journey into education. From teaching abroad in the Czech Republic to supporting public school teachers across Tennessee, her story is heartfelt, inspiring, and rooted in purpose. Tune in to here about Sheila's travels, experiences, and how she manages to make a differnece in her classroom everyday.

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