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News - Loss of Ms. Kim Roberts

Ms. Kimberly Roberts, University School Middle School Instructor, passed away on Tuesday, August 14th, 2007.  Ms. Roberts taught Social Studies, Math, Science, and History Enrichment. 

Ms. Roberts graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Clinch Valley College of the University of Virginia. She also received a Master of Arts Degree in Curriculum and Instruction (Instructional Technology) from Virginia Tech in 2001. Her teaching career began at Damascus Middle School where she taught Civics from 1991-1997, then World Geography at Damascus Middle School from 1997-2002.  Ms. Roberts began teaching at University School in 2003. During the 2006-2007 school year, she was appointed to the Chair of the National Council for the Social Studies Programs of Excellence.  Ms. Roberts also served on the Board of Directors for the Tennessee Council for Social Studies.

Ms. Roberts was well-loved!!  She touched our lives in a special way.  A "favorite teacher" of many, many students will be missed!

Students gathered at the ETSU Bell Tower to "remember" Ms. Roberts


Photo taken by Wayne Mast

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The family has asked that contributions be made to a local animal shelter or humane society.  There is also a collection box in the University School office for monetary donations for the family.

Kim’s parents home address is 128 Meadows Springs Lane, Mt. Carmel, TN  37645.  Mike’s address is 139 Nicole Drive, Mt. Carmel, TN  37645.

 
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