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Home » Laura Thorn

Laura Thorn

Laura Thorn

March 23, 2026

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lthorn1@utk.edu

Laura Thorn

PDG Regional Access Coach

Laura joined the CLEE team in February 2026 as a PDG Regional Access Coach, bringing a Masters in Social Emotional Learning, and over a decade of experience in the early childhood setting. Before joining CLEE, Laura served as the Early Childhood Coordinator for AIMHiTN, providing mental health resources and supports for early educators across the state. Previous experience includes ten years of classroom teaching and mentoring and five years as an early childhood program administrator. She is passionate about supporting the social and emotional development of young children and creating warm, responsive learning environments where children and their teachers can thrive.

Outside of work, Laura owns an embroidery boutique and enjoys being creative and spending time with her husband and 6 year-old daughter.

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