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Principal's Message

 
Layne Cooper, Principal
 
        Welcome to East Cheatham Elementary School! I’m honored to serve as principal of a school filled with dedicated educators who are committed to student success. At East Cheatham, we focus on the whole child—supporting social, emotional, and academic growth in a safe and nurturing environment.
 
    I hold a B.S. in Early Childhood Development, as well as an M.Ed. and Ed.S. in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from East Tennessee State University. I have previously taught pre-k, kindergarten, first, and second grades and served as a behavior interventionist before becoming an assistant principal. I am passionate about education and the learning process and want to invite you to be an active participant in your child's education. 
 
        As both a teacher and now principal, I deeply value the relationships I build with our students, staff, and families. I believe strong connections are at the heart of a thriving school community, and I am always available to support you in any way I can. Please let us know if there is anything you need. You can reach the front office by calling 615-746-5251 or you can email me directly at [email protected].
 
Thank you for visiting. We look forward to partnering with you in your child’s educational journey!