Jacob Holley
Local Education · State Education · Elections · College and Higher Edu...
153 articles · Joined Mar 18, 2026
Jake is an experienced journalist who has spent his career reporting on news, business, sports, and more in Oklahoma, North Dakota, and Tennessee. He graduated from Oklahoma State University, where he pursued his love for writing and telling people's stories. Jake has had a great affection for Tennessee since he was a child and relishes the privilege of making a difference in the state he loves.
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- Hamilton County Defends Denial of Proposed Public Charter SchoolSep 4, 2026
The Tennessee Public Charter School Commission will decide Empowerment Academy’s appeal next month.
- Beacon Poll Reveals Blackburn Leading Governor’s Race, AI Approval Supportive With ControlsSep 3, 2026
Senator Marsha Blackburn remains the clear favorite to become the next governor and most voters support AI use in the classroom.
- Republican Leaders Propose Fully Funding Dolly Parton’s Imagination LibrarySep 2, 2026
Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton and Senator Bo Watson announced a plan to end local communities paying for the program.
- Tennessee SCORE Names Nine Recipients of AI Innovation Fund GrantSep 1, 2026
The organization is providing $450,000 in development funds to support recipients in developing AI-related classroom pilots.
- New Report Finds Virtual Schools are Underperforming Traditional Public SchoolsAug 31, 2026
Virtual students are showing less academic growth than their peers.
- Tennessee Superintendent Turnover Remains Steady as Districts Focus on Long-Term GainsAug 26, 2026
Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents says districts continue to build pipelines for superintendents and teachers.
- Country Music Icon and Tennessee Royalty Dolly Parton Dies at 80Aug 25, 2026
Parton was beloved in Tennessee not just for her music, but also for her extensive educational philanthropy.
- Memphis-Shelby County Schools Closes all Campuses MondayAug 24, 2026
A severe storm hit the city Saturday, causing major power outages that may not be fully restored until Thursday.
- Williamson County Schools Interim Superintendent Focusing on Learning and Listening Aug 21, 2026
Dr. Leigh Webb has worked for the district for nine years and has nearly 30 years of experience in public school education.
- Nashville Daycare Helping Keep Public Charter School Teachers in the ClassroomAug 20, 2026
Little Wonders Early Learning Center serves teachers by providing convenience and peace of mind.