Monroe Made!
Monroe County Schools is excited to introduce Monroe Made, a new program celebrating the success stories of our graduates and their incredible accomplishments!
From local leaders to innovators, educators, entrepreneurs, and beyond, Monroe Made will spotlight outstanding individuals of all ages who began their journey right here in Monroe County Schools. Their stories remind us that with a Monroe County education, you can go anywhere and become anything you dream of.
Justin Moses, Sequoyah High School Class of 1999
From the halls of Monroe County Schools to stages around the world, Justin Moses’s journey is a true testament to what it means to be Monroe Made. Now living in Nashville and working as a professional musician, Justin has built a remarkable career grounded in the strong educational foundation he received right here in Monroe County Schools.
Nora Cole, Tellico Plains High School Class of 2006
Monroe County Schools is proud to highlight Nora Ann Cole, a Tellico Plains native whose dreams have truly taken flight. Coming from a long line of educators, Nora grew up understanding the value of a strong education—so much so that her mom was her 4th grade teacher and her dad served as principal at Tellico Elementary.
Kippy Brown, Sweetwater High School Class of 1973
Sweetwater High School graduate Kippy Brown, Class of 1973, has lived a life shaped by hard work, gratitude, and deep Tennessee roots. A standout athlete during his high school years, Brown helped lead the Sweetwater Wildcats to back-to-back state football championships in 1971 and 1972, an accomplishment he still considers one of his proudest moments.
Dr. Terry Adams, Vonore High School Class of 1973
Dr. Terry Adams of Vonore, Tennessee, is a proud graduate of Vonore High School class of 1973 and a retired general and vascular surgeon with Tennessee Surgical Specialists. He credits his Monroe County education with giving him the strong foundation he needed for college, medical school, and more than 15 years of formal education.
Larry Lay, Madisonville High School Class of 1981
Larry Lay is a proud graduate of Madisonville High School, Class of 1981, and a shining example of what it means to be Monroe Made. Today, Larry is a self-employed farmer, growing soybeans, corn, and wheat, while also managing a cow-calf herd.
