Jeanny Phillips, Ph.D.
Jeanny Phillips, Ph.D.
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Dr. Phillips began her career in education at Oneida Elementary in 1999 as a Kindergarten teacher. In 2010, she was appointed as the district's Testing and Data Coordinator. In 2011, she became Supervisor of Instructional Services. In 2016, Dr. Phillips was appointed Director of Schools by the OSSD Board of Education. In June 2025, the OSSD Board of Education voted to extend her contract through June 2029.
Dr. Phillips is married to Ronnie Phillips and has a daughter, Savannah.
"Thank you for visiting the Oneida Special School District's website. We are proud of our history of excellence and dedication to our students. At Oneida, every decision we make from curriculum selection to the hiring of employees is student centered. If you need assistance, have questions or concerns, or would like additional information, please reach out to our schools or to the district staff. We will be happy to assist you. It is my privilege and honor to be your Director of Schools. I appreciate the trust you place in our district to provide a quality education for your children." - Dr. Jeanny Phillips
Awards & Recognitions
2023 East Tennessee Superintendent of the Year
2023 East Tennessee Superintendent of the Year
Dr. Phillips was selected by her colleagues in the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents (TOSS) to be the 2023 East Tennessee Superintendent of the Year.
2023 Scott County Citizen of the Year
2023 Scott County Citizen of the Year
Dr. Phillips was selected by the Boys & Girls Club Hall of Fame Committee to be the 2023 Scott County Citizen of the Year.
Education & Certifications
Attended
Roane State Community College & Southeast Community College
1994-1995
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Science
Elementary Education
1999
Tennessee Tech University
Master of Arts - 2001
Education Specialist - 2003
Capella University
Doctor of Philosophy
Professional Studies in Education
2007
Tennessee
Certified County Finance Officer (CCFO)
Union University
Leadership Academy
Professional Organizations
Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents
The School Superintendents Association - AASA
Association of Independent & Municipal Schools
Tennessee School Boards Association
Professional Educators of Tennessee
Community Involvement
Board Member
Pennies for a Purpose
Board Member
Children's Center of the Cumberlands
Board Member
Big South Fork Medical Center
Board Member
Operation Sharing
TOSS New Superintendents Meeting
TOSS New Superintendents Meeting
On August 17, 2022, Dr. Phillips was invited to participate as a panelist for the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents' new superintendent training. Dr. Phillips was the longest-serving superintendent on the panel. She discussed what it takes to be successful as a superintendent, the challenges that she has faced, and how to handle the daily stress that comes with the position.
Certified County Finance Officer
Certified County Finance Officer
Dr. Phillips completed the Tennessee Certified County Finance Officer (CCFO) training program provided by the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury & the County Technical Assistance Service (CTAS) in September 2023. This program consisted of eleven 8-hour courses covering a wide range of financial-related topics to improve awareness and fiscal responsibility in government-related finance. https://www.ctas.tennessee.edu/training/ccfo
Director of Schools - Annual Evaluation - 2024
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