Email: ashleytinker@sevier.org

Degrees & Certifications: 

Bachelor of Arts in History 

(The University of Tennessee, Knoxville)

Master of Science in Secondary Education

(The University of Tennessee, Knoxville)

Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S) in Educational Leadership

(Carson-Newman University)

 Ashley Tinker is a 6th grade Social Studies and Science teacher at Pi Beta Phi Elementary School. She previously taught U.S. History for five years at Pigeon Forge High School. Ashley earned her Bachelor of Arts in History and Master of Science in Secondary Education from the University of Tennessee, along with an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in Educational Leadership from Carson-Newman University.

She loves traveling and believes experiencing different cultures is one of the best forms of education. Her goal is to create a welcoming classroom where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn and grow.

Email: tracybenson@sevier.org

Degrees & Certifications: 

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction

I moved to Sevierville, from Florida, in 2007. My husband and I have been married for almost 45 years. We have 2 grown children and 6 grandchildren. In my free time I enjoy decorating cakes, painting, gardening, and spending time with my grandchildren.

Email: zacharyhayes@sevier.org

Degrees & Certifications:

Bachelor of Science

(Western Governors University)

Master of Science in Education

(The University of Tennessee, Knoxville)

Current Doctor of Education (Ed.D) Candidate

(South College)

I grew up in Sevier County, Tennessee, and graduated from Sevier County High School. It is a privilege and blessing to teach in the community I call home.

As the sixth-grade English Language Arts teacher, I am dedicated to creating a supportive, culturally responsive classroom. I believe that learning begins with strong relationships and that every decision in the classroom should put students first. Drawing from my experience teaching science and history, I help students become stronger interdisciplinary readers, writers, and critical thinkers while nurturing a lasting appreciation for literature. I am committed to lifelong learning and model this with my students daily. In my free time, I enjoy reading, writing poetry, studying history, traveling, and exploring the Great Smoky Mountains. 

I look forward to partnering with students and families to make sixth grade a meaningful and successful year. 

Email: miketinker@sevier.org

Degrees & Certifications: 

Bachelor’s Degree

(The University of Tennessee)

Master’s Degree

(East Tennessee State University)

My name is Mike Tinker. My family includes my wonderful wife Belinda, who is a first-grade teacher at Pigeon Forge Primary School, my oldest daughter Lacee, and my youngest daughter Macee.