13-05-2025
Ketron Elementary student wins statewide literacy award
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — A third-grade student at Ketron Elementary School was one of only a few students in Tennessee to be recognized for his reading accomplishments.
Phoenix Hall was one of only ten students statewide to receive the Tenn Under 10 Literacy Leader Award. The award celebrates students who have made great strides in reading while overcoming challenges.
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'He came to me in third grade at the beginning of the year, and he was improving, and his mom came and watched him a little bit,' Ketron Elementary teacher Phelan Bradley said. 'And he has a vision teacher, and she also came to watch him. She was really impressed with his progress, and he has really gained a lot of confidence in his reading this year.'
The school held a celebration in the gymnasium to honor Phoenix's achievement. According to Bradley, Phoenix is the first student in Sullivan County to ever receive the award.
'Oh, I love it,' Bradley said. 'I've cried a lot, I've kind of been silly about it, but I'm really proud of Phoenix. He has really made a lot of gains this year, and I think he'll be ready for fourth grade.'
Phoenix was presented with a $1,500 check to be put in a scholarship fund for his post-secondary education. He will also serve as a literacy ambassador for Tennessee.
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