Jerome Moon A Tennessee Education Hero
Jerome Moon is committed to ensuring every student in Tennessee has access to great public education and opportunities for a bright future. Jerome Moon will be a leader in helping Tennessee build on our historic gains in education by supporting school choice, ensuring accountability in our schools, supporting innovation in education, and securing economic freedom for all.
Jerome Moon will:
- Put the Future of Tennessee Kids First
- Promote Vocational Education for Technical Careers and Skilled Jobs
- Hold Schools and Teachers Accountable for Student Success
About Jerome Moon
Jerome Moon has Blount County values through and through. Born and raised in Maryville, He has spent a lifetime of service to our nation and our community. After defending our nation in the United States Navy, Moon, a graduate of the University of Tennessee, came home and continued to serve – as the President of The Daily Times newspaper, an active member of Piney Grove Baptist Church, Chairman of the Blount County Commission, the Blount County United Way Board, and a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10855. As a former Chairman of the Blount County Industrial Board, Moon knows how important skilled trades and vocational training are to the success of Tennessee’s next generation. He will strengthen our education system and help prepare students for college and technical careers. Guided by faith, family, and freedom, Moon has been a distinguished leader in the state legislature for our students and our community.