Mr. Mitchell Parham
Board Member
Tennessee
As you prepare for State Convention, we’ve gathered some info that will be helpful to have before you arrive!
Welcome to
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State Leadership
- Mitchell Parham | Chair
- Sandy Puckett | Vice Chair
- Tim Copeland
- Andy Jackson
- Shanna Boyd
- Beth Moore
- Jamie Rickman
Andy Jackson
State Sponsor
Seymour High School
Marcy Raus
State Sponsor Elect
Dorothy & Noble Harrelson School
Fox DeLozier
Elementary President
Seymour Intermediate School
Everett Hollandsworth
Elementary Vice President
Cannon North Elementary School
Ellison Atchley
Elementary Leadership Representative
Catlettsburg Elementary School
Mr. Mitchell Parham
Board Member
Labrenda Coleman
State Sponsor
Dyersburg Middle School
Tim Shelby
State Sponsor Elect
East Robertson High School
Carson Gibson
Junior President
Seymour Jr High School
A’Zaria Mills
Junior Vice President
Meadowview Middle School
Ryan Fawcett
Junior Secretary
South Gibson County Middle School
Collin Jackson
Junior Leadership Representative
Carter Middle School
Anhad Jain
Junior Leadership Representative
Central Magnet School
Mr. Mitchell Parham
Board Member
John F. Apple
State Sponsor
Upperman High School
Hannah Thomas
State Sponsor Elect
Springfield High School
Landon Earnest
Senior President
Upperman High School
Bailey Tidwell
Senior Vice President
Seymour High School
Emma DeGroot
Senior Secretary
Northview Senior Academy
Myren Hurst
Senior Leadership Representative
Dyersburg High School
Cora Sanders
Senior Leadership Representative, National Leadership Ambassador
Morristown Hamblen High School West
Alyssa West
Senior Leadership Representative
Seymour High School
Bailee Oster
Senior Leadership Representative
East Robertson High School
The Elementary Basics
Here are the three most helpful links to get you prepped for your convention!
The Details
Everything you need to know for the Tennessee Elementary Convention!
FIRST GENERAL SESSION
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2025
2:00 PM
Presiding: Fox Delozier | President
Pledge of Allegiance: Madison Lambert, Corbin Hale, Liam Witherspoon, Emerson Kee, Dorothy and Noble Harrelson School
National Anthem: Amelia Davis, Seymour Intermediate School
Welcome and Introductions : Fox Delozier | President
Greetings from State Sponsor : Andy Jackson
Greetings and Council Introductions: Mitchell Parham | Council Chair
Keynote Address: Everett Hollandsworth | Vice President
Songfest Finals (Top 5)
Introduction of Candidates
Awards Presentation – Academics
Adjournment: Fox Delozier | President
SECOND GENERAL SESSION
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2025
7:30 PM
Presiding: Everett Hollandsworth | Vice President
Keynote Address: Fox Delozier | President
Campaign Rally
Keynote Address: Saeed McElveen – National President
Performing Arts Finals – Solo, Duo, Trio (Top 3)
Awards Presentation – Visual Arts and Individual Awards
Adjournment: Everett Hollandsworth | Vice President
VOTING – 1 Hour
THIRD GENERAL SESSION
SUNDAY , NOVEMBER 23, 2025
9:30 AM
Presiding: Fox Delozier | President
Everett Hollandsworth | Vice President
Installation of New State Officers, State Sponsor
Inspiration: Laura Higdon | National Ambassador
Performing Arts Finals – Group (Top 3)
Awards Presentation – Club and Team
Adjournment: Newly Elected President
Check-in will be located at the Front Desk on Friday, November 21st from 2 PM – 8 PM.
The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is a cashless facility.
There is no clear bag policy.
Outside food and drink is allowed within the Convention Center.
When arriving to drop-off students or props, traffic will flow counter-clockwise around the building. There will be signage to help direct attendees to the correct locations.
Small props offloaded from cars and regular vehicles will use the Ryman Roll Up A1 (shown on the right side on the map below, labeled Prop Offload).
Large Props and backgrounds being unloaded from vans, trailers and larger vehicles will be unloaded at the Ryman Loading Dock A1 (shown on the left side of the map below).
Students from buses will unload at the A1 room which is located at the back of the building at the stairs (labeled on the map below as Bus Offload). Students may carry any small, handheld props in with them. Any other props must be offloaded in the proper locations listed above.
LOADING DOCK A1 (Loading Dock A1 will be used for Living Literature, Robotics, and Engineering, as well as any extra large prop offload.):
November 21: 7 AM – 7 PM
November 22: 7 AM – 2 PM, 9 PM – 11 PM
November 23: 7 AM – 10 PM
ROLL UP A1 (Roll Up A1 will be available for small props being unloaded from cars):
November 21: 7 AM – 9:30 AM, 4 PM – 6:30 PM, 9 PM – 11 PM
November 22: 7 AM – 2 PM
November 23: 7 AM – 1 PM, 4 PM – 6 PM
*LOADING DOCKS WILL NOT BE OPEN OR AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF POSTED DOCK TIMES ABOVE.
Storage is located in Ryman Exhibit Hall A1.
Storage is located in Ryman Exhibit Hall A1.
Self-Parking Process:
- Beta Self-Parking QR Parking Pass (business card) will be issued upon check-in.
- Guests will be charged up-front in line, and then receive the Beta Self-Parking QR Parking Pass (business card), per each vehicle onsite. Instructions will be on the back of the card.
Complimentary bus parking in Lot B & E
- Usage of QR code for License Plate reader link is available at Front Desk/Towne Park.
Bus Unloading:
- The bus unloading for Elementary will be at the Cascades Canopy (main hotel entrance).
Coming Soon
On-site dining option hours and menus can be found on the hotel website here.
Food trucks will be located in the Delta Portico.
Breakfast: 6 AM – 9 AM
Lunch: 11 AM-1 PM
Dinner: 6 PM-9 PM
Thursday, November 20: Dinner Food Trucks only
Friday, November 21: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Saturday, November 22: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Sunday, November 23: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Monday, November 24: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Tuesday, November 25: Breakfast Food Trucks only
This year’s State Service Project is one that truly captures the heart of Beta: Cards for Courageous Kids. We’re inviting you and your club members to join your State Officers during convention to create cards and crafts that will bring smiles, encouragement, and hope to children in hospitals across Tennessee. Your officers will personally deliver these heartfelt creations to hospitals in their regions, spreading the spirit of service and compassion that defines Beta.
DISCOUNT CODE FOR ONLINE PURCHASE: BETA25
*Tickets are based upon availability
*Rates outside of the above dates and times are subject to the standard in-house group discount of 20% off
Can’t make it to the session in person? Livestream it here.
We’re excited to team up with BAND, the official communication app for National Beta, to help sponsors, adult chaperones and parents/guardians stay connected during our events! Whether it’s room changes, schedule updates, lost and found info, or other important announcements—you’ll find it all in one easy place.
*This will not replace the Beta app for event details and facility information.
Click the link to download and directly access the Tennessee Elementary Convention communication BAND channel!
*This event channel is available for use by sponsors, parents/guardians, and adult chaperones only. Please do NOT share this link with students.
The Junior Basics
Here are the three most helpful links to get you prepped for your convention!
The Details
Everything you need to know for the Tennessee Junior Convention!
FIRST GENERAL SESSION
November 24, 2025
3:00 PM
Presiding: Carson Gibson | President
Pledge Of Allegiance: Jacks Singleteary | Northview Middle School
National Anthem: Bella Seratt and Reese Seratt | Dyersburg Middle School
Welcome & Introductions: Carson Gibson | President
Greetings from State Sponsor: Labrenda Coleman| State Sponsor
Council Introductions: Mitchell Parham| Council Chair
Inspiration: Scarlett Morales | National Leadership Ambassador
Inspiration: Gunnar Guy | National Vice President
Campaign Rally
Keynote Address: A’Zaria Mills | Vice President
Songfest Finals (Top 5)
Adjournment: Carson Gibson | President
SECOND GENERAL SESSION
November 24, 2025
7:30 PM
Presiding: A’Zaria Mills | Vice President
Introduction of Candidates
Voting 1 hour
Inspiration: Charlie Wiggins | National Secretary
Keynote Address: Ryan Fawcett | Secretary
Performing Arts – Group Finals (Top 3)
Awards Presentation | Academics & Individual
Adjournment: A’Zaria Mills | Vice President
THIRD GENERAL SESSION
November 25, 2025
10:00 AM
Presiding: Ryan Fawcett | Secretary
Inspiration: Sydney Byrd | National Leadership Ambassador
Inspiration: McLean Wise | National President
Keynote Address: Carson Gibson | President
Installation of New State Officers
Charge from the Council: Mitchell Parham| Council Chair
Performing Arts – Solo, Duo, Trio (Top 3)
Awards Presentation | Team and Club
Adjournment: Newly Elected President
Check-in will be located at the Delta D Registration Desk on Sunday, November 23rd from 2 PM – 8 PM.
The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is a cashless facility.
There is no clear bag policy.
Outside food and drink is allowed within the Convention Center.
When arriving to drop-off students or props, traffic will flow counter-clockwise around the building. There will be signage to help direct attendees to the correct locations.
Small props offloaded from cars and regular vehicles will use the Ryman Roll Up A1 (shown on the right side on the map below, labeled Prop Offload).
Large Props and backgrounds being unloaded from vans, trailers and larger vehicles will be unloaded at the Ryman Loading Dock A1 (shown on the left side of the map below).
Students from buses will unload at the A1 room which is located at the back of the building at the stairs (labeled on the map below as Bus Offload). Students may carry any small, handheld props in with them. Any other props must be offloaded in the proper locations listed above.
LOADING DOCK A1 (Loading Dock A1 will be used for Living Literature, Robotics, and Engineering, as well as any extra large prop offload.):
November 23: 7 AM – 10 PM
November 24: 7 AM – 9 AM, 12 PM – 3 PM, 9 PM – 11 PM
November 25: 7 AM – 10 AM, 11:30 AM – 1 PM
ROLL UP A1 (Roll Up A1 will be available for small props being unloaded from cars.):
November 23: 7 AM – 1 PM, 4 PM – 6:00 PM
November 24: Not Available
November 25: 7 AM – 10 AM, 11:30 AM – 1 PM
*LOADING DOCKS WILL NOT BE OPEN OR AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF POSTED DOCK TIMES ABOVE.
Storage is located in Ryman Exhibit Hall A1.
Storage is located in Ryman Exhibit Hall A1.
Self-Parking Process:
- Beta Self-Parking QR Parking Pass (business card) will be issued upon check-in.
- Guests will be charged up-front in line, and then receive the Beta Self-Parking QR Parking Pass (business card), per each vehicle onsite. Instructions will be on the back of the card.
Complimentary bus parking in Lot B & E
- Usage of QR code for License Plate reader link is available at Front Desk/Towne Park.
Bus Unloading:
- The bus unloading for Junior Convention will be at the Ryman Hall A1 Dock.
On-site dining option hours and menus can be found on the hotel website here.
Food trucks will be located in the Delta Portico.
Breakfast: 6 AM – 9 AM
Lunch: 11 AM-1 PM
Dinner: 6 PM-9 PM
Thursday, November 20: Dinner Food Trucks only
Friday, November 21: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Saturday, November 22: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Sunday, November 23: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Monday, November 24: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Tuesday, November 25: Breakfast Food Trucks only
Coming Soon
DISCOUNT CODE FOR ONLINE PURCHASE: BETA25
*Tickets are based upon availability
*Rates outside of the above dates and times are subject to the standard in-house group discount of 20% off
Can’t make it to the session in person? Livestream it here.
We’re excited to team up with BAND, the official communication app for National Beta, to help sponsors, adult chaperones and parents/guardians stay connected during our events! Whether it’s room changes, schedule updates, lost and found info, or other important announcements—you’ll find it all in one easy place.
*This will not replace the Beta app for event details and facility information.
Click the link to download and directly access the Tennessee Junior Convention communication BAND channel!
*This event channel is available for use by sponsors, parents/guardians, and adult chaperones only. Please do NOT share this link with students.
The Senior Basics
Here are the three most helpful links to get you prepped for your convention!
The Details
Everything you need to know for the Tennessee Senior Convention!
FIRST GENERAL SESSION
November 20, 2025
7:30 PM
Presiding: Landon Earnest | President
Pledge Of Allegiance
National Anthem
Welcome & Introductions: Landon Earnest | President
Greetings from State Sponsor: John Apple| State Sponsor
Council Introductions: Mitchell Parham| Council Chair
Inspiration: Zion Jenkins | National Leadership Ambassador
Inspiration: Nala Washington | National Vice President
Campaign Rally
Keynote Address: Bailey Tidwell | Vice President
Performing Arts Finals – Solo, Duo, Trio (Top 3)
Awards Presentation – Academics
Adjournment: Landon Earnest | President
SECOND GENERAL SESSION
November 21, 2025
7:00 PM
Presiding: Bailey Tidwell | Vice President
Inspiration: Cora Sanders | National Leadership Ambassador
Inspiration: Everett Etie | National Secretary
Introduction of Voices of Lee: Mitchell Parham| Council Chair
Performance by Voices of Lee
Introduction of Candidates
Voting – 1 Hour
Keynote Address: Emma Degroot | Secretary
Performing Arts Finals – Group (Top 3)
Awards Presentation | Individual
Adjournment: Bailey Tidwell | Vice President
THIRD GENERAL SESSION
November 22, 2025
9:00 AM
Presiding: Emma Degroot | Secretary
Inspiration: Lyle Gladney | National Leadership Ambassador
Inspiration: Kennedy Daniel | National President
Installation of New State Officers
Charge from the Council: Mitchell Parham| Council Chair
Keynote Address: Landon Earnest | President
Show Choir Finals (Top 5)
Awards Presentation| Team & Club
Adjournment: Newly Elected President
Check-in will be located at the Delta D Registration Desk on Thursday, November 20th from 2 PM – 8 PM.
The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center is a cashless facility.
There is no clear bag policy.
Outside food and drink is allowed within the Convention Center.
When arriving to drop-off students or props, traffic will flow counter-clockwise around the building. There will be signage to help direct attendees to the correct locations.
Small props offloaded from cars and regular vehicles will use the Ryman Roll Up A1 (shown on the right side on the map below, labeled Prop Offload).
Large Props and backgrounds being unloaded from vans, trailers and larger vehicles will be unloaded at the Ryman Loading Dock A1 (shown on the left side of the map below).
Students from buses will unload at the A1 room which is located at the back of the building at the stairs (labeled on the map below as Bus Offload). Students may carry any small, handheld props in with them. Any other props must be offloaded in the proper locations listed above.
LOADING DOCK A1 (Loading Dock A1 will be used for Living Literature, Robotics, and Engineering, as well as any extra large prop offload.):
November 20: 12 PM – 7 PM
November 21: 7 AM – 7 PM
November 22: 7 AM – 2 PM, 9 PM – 11 PM
ROLL UP A1 (Roll Up A1 will be available for small props being unloaded from cars.):
November 20: 12 PM – 7 PM
November 21: 7 AM – 9:30 AM, 4 PM – 6:30 PM, 9PM – 11 PM
November 22: 7 AM – 2 PM
*LOADING DOCKS WILL NOT BE OPEN OR AVAILABLE OUTSIDE OF POSTED DOCK TIMES ABOVE.
Storage is located in Ryman Exhibit Hall A1.
Storage is located in Ryman Exhibit Hall A1.
Self-Parking Process:
- Beta Self-Parking QR Parking Pass (business card) will be issued upon check-in.
- Guests will be charged up-front in line, and then receive the Beta Self-Parking QR Parking Pass (business card), per each vehicle onsite. Instructions will be on the back of the card.
Complimentary bus parking in Lot B & E
- Usage of QR code for License Plate reader link is available at Front Desk/Towne Park.
Bus Unloading:
- The bus unloading for Senior Convention will be at the Ryman Hall A1 Dock.
On-site dining option hours and menus can be found on the hotel website here.
Food trucks will be located in the Delta Portico.
Breakfast: 6 AM – 9 AM
Lunch: 11 AM-1 PM
Dinner: 6 PM-9 PM
Thursday, November 20: Dinner Food Trucks only
Friday, November 21: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Saturday, November 22: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Sunday, November 23: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Monday, November 24: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner trucks will be available
Tuesday, November 25: Breakfast Food Trucks only
This year’s State Service Project is one that truly captures the heart of Beta: Cards for Courageous Kids. We’re inviting you and your club members to join your State Officers during convention to create cards and crafts that will bring smiles, encouragement, and hope to children in hospitals across Tennessee. Your officers will personally deliver these heartfelt creations to hospitals in their regions, spreading the spirit of service and compassion that defines Beta.
National Beta is excited to bring College & Career Fairs to our conventions, giving high school students (grades 9–12), parents, and educators the chance to explore future pathways. At the fair, you’ll connect with representatives from colleges, universities, trade schools, and/or military programs; ask questions; compare options; and discover scholarship opportunities.
Date: November 21, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: In front of the Delta Ballrooms
DISCOUNT CODE FOR ONLINE PURCHASE: BETA25
*Tickets are based upon availability
*Rates outside of the above dates and times are subject to the standard in-house group discount of 20% off
Can’t make it to the session in person? Livestream it here.
We’re excited to team up with BAND, the official communication app for National Beta, to help sponsors, adult chaperones and parents/guardians stay connected during our events! Whether it’s room changes, schedule updates, lost and found info, or other important announcements—you’ll find it all in one easy place.
*This will not replace the Beta app for event details and facility information.
Click the link to download and directly access the Tennessee Senior Convention communication BAND channel!
*This event channel is available for use by sponsors, parents/guardians, and adult chaperones only. Please do NOT share this link with students.
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