MAGNOLIA REGION
Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, Tennessee
MEET YOUR RENAISSANCE CHAMPION
Renaissance Champions lead their region with a philosophy fueled by passion, positivity, and the belief that culture and climate change everything. In addition to supporting their Renaissance Ambassadors and other educators in their region, they spark joy, recognize greatness, and create environments where teachers love their jobs and students thrive in school.
Rhett Ladner is the current superintendent for Hancock County School District, after a long career as a teacher, principal, and administrator in Mississippi. He holds degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi, and is a recipient of the Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame award.
Want to talk to Rhett? He can answer all your questions about using Renaissance. Email Renaissance@jostens.com and we’ll connect you.
MEET YOUR RENAISSANCE AMBASSADORS
Renaissance ambassadors build a vibrant network of educators who believe culture and climate support school success. As volunteers, Ambassadors form and maintain a sense community in their local area.
Ginger Stovall
Henderson, Kentucky
Ginger is a Renaissance Coordinator as well as a teaching and learning pathway instructor at Henderson County High School in Kentucky. She has been in education for 24 years and holds a Bachelors and Masters of Education from the University of Kentucky and received a Leadership in Crisis Situations Certification from the University of Southern Florida. In 2024, Ginger was recognized as a Jostens Renaissance Educator of the Year.
Get in touch with Ginger! If you live near Henderson County and want to connect with her or other Renaissance educators in your area, email Renaissance@jostens.com and we’ll connect you!
Leigh Hanna
Pascagoula, Mississippi
Leigh is an award-winning science teacher at Pascagoula High School in Mississippi. A proud alumna of PHS, Ms. Hanna has devoted her teaching career to the very school that laid the foundation for her success. Her belief in the transformative power of education and the lasting influence educators have on students’ lives has led to her involvement in the school’s Renaissance program, where she plays an important role in cultivating a positive school climate and culture. Ms. Hanna firmly believes that fostering strong, positive relationships among all members of the school community is the cornerstone of any school’s success. Outside of school, Ms. Hanna enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and spending time outdoors along the MS Gulf Coast.
Get in touch with Leigh! If you live near Pascagoula and want to connect with her or other Renaissance educators in your area, email Renaissance@jostens.com and we’ll connect you!
Beth Mooney
Knoxville, Tennessee
Beth is an Anatomy, Leadership, and Advanced Placement Biology teacher at Powell High School in Tennessee with twenty years of experience in education. She is dedicated to improving the climate and culture within the school, the district, and the community while creating leadership opportunities for everyone. Ms. Mooney is a national speaker and presenter. Beth has received accolades that include Educator of the Year for Powell High School in Knoxville County Schools and Teacher of the Month. Her classes have been replicated as exemplary examples in STEM integration as well as inclusive leadership.
Get in touch with Beth! If you live near Knoxville and want to connect with her or other Renaissance educators in your area, email Renaissance@jostens.com and we’ll connect you!
Samantha Grimes
Nashville, Tennessee
Samantha has been involved with Jostens Renaissance for almost all of her 25 years in education and is currently a coordinator and English and Journalism teacher at Greenbrier High School in Tennessee. Grimes holds degrees from Western Kentucky University and is a member of the Jostens Renaissance Hall of Fame. Outside of education, Samantha enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids.
Get in touch with Samantha! If you live near Nashville and want to connect with her or other Renaissance educators in your area, email Renaissance@jostens.com and we’ll connect you!