Ayers Foundation
OUR MISSION
The Ayers Foundation Trust is dedicated to improving the quality of life of rural Tennesseans through education, conservation, and social welfare. We help students remove barriers, access quality education, and earn a degree or credential leading to a prosperous life.
OUR VISION
We envision a thriving rural Tennessee where all students understand and embrace the opportunities that exist for them after high school and succeed in whatever path they choose. We want students to have the option to live and work in the communities that raised them.
Counselors
Denna Grogan - Has 27 years of experience as a teacher and school administrator in Knox County Schools. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Studies and a Master of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education both from the University of Tennessee. She received an Educational Specialist Degree in Leadership and Supervision from Lincoln Memorial University. Email:
Amy Kurrelmeyer - Has experience working as a school counselor for 10 years in both Sumner County and Knox County. Amy received a Bachelor of Science in Social Work in 2009 and her Master of Education in School Counseling in 2013, both from the University of Tennessee at Martin. Email:
Vannessa Overton - Has over 25 years of experience in higher education including financial aid, advising, and career counseling. Vannessa received a Master's Degree from Tusculum College in Organizational Training and a Master's Degree from the University of TN Knoxville in Information Science.
Email: vannessa.overton@theayersfoundation.org denna.grogan@theayersfoundation.org amy.kurrelmeyer@theayersfoundation.org