Bridgett Nance is Eagle Tire Pros Educator of the Week

By Charlotte Underwood

CARYVILLE, TN (WLAF)- Educators make a difference in students’ lives every day. For many students, having a school employee who cares and goes that extra mile can be the difference in a successful education and graduation. We’ve all had that teacher, or school employee who inspired us or helped in some way. That’s why WLAF and Eagle Tire Pros salute all of our hardworking educators with a weekly feature.

Bridgett Nance is Eagle Tire Pros Educator of the Week. She works in the cafeteria at Caryville Elementary School and has worked there for four years. There, she helps keep the 600 students enjoying nutritious meals. Nance has worked in food services in Campbell County Schools for 21 years. She worked in the LaFollette Elementary School Cafeteria for 17 years.

Nance is from Campbell County and grew up in the LaFollette area. She said she has “lived and worked here her whole life.” She currently lives in the Caryville-Jacksboro area.

Nance said she loves working for the school district and enjoys summers off. Her hobbies include going to the lake and spending time with her granddaughter Lyric.

Nance attended East LaFollette, LaFollette Middle School and Campbell County High School.

During her own time in school, Nance said one of her educators that stood out to her was Mrs. Geneva Gearing, who taught Physical Education (P.E.) at Campbell County High School.

“Mrs. Gearing was always so kind, she always had a smile and a kind word for everyone and stood out as a teacher,” Nance said.

Nance’s favorite part about her job is, of course, “the kids.”

“It’s great to be a part of their day and to interact with the kids. I also love the girls I work with, and that’s another favorite. I love the atmosphere, everyone is friendly here; everyone is a team,” Nance said.

Every Thursday, WLAF’s Charlotte Underwood features the WLAF – Eagle Tire Pros teacher of the week. That educator also receives a free oil change from Eagle Tire Pros. To nominate a teacher for teacher of the week honors, please send your nomination to wlaf@1450wlaf.com. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED-06/25/2026-6AM)