Board of Regents notes 19 percent increase in TCAT enrollment
New data from the state indicates that total enrollment in Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs) increased to 44,723 during the 2023-24 academic year.
Tennessee bill would allow schools to display Ten Commandments
A Tennessee legislator recently introduced a new bill that would allow public schools to display the Ten Commandments on school property.
Tennessee Department of Education data notes ‘significant gains’ in Education Savings Account program's second year amid push to expand school choice
New data from the Tennessee Department of Education notes growing participation in the state’s Education Savings Account program as more and more parents express interest in expanding school choice.
Memphis-Shelby County school board approves contract extensions for custodial services
The Memphis-Shelby County Schools Board of Education approved contract extensions for custodial services within the district at Thursday’s special called meeting.
Tennessee lawmakers introduce legislation to make pre-kindergarten free for all four-year-olds
Tennessee Sen. Charlane Oliver, D-Nashville, and State Rep. Aftyn Behn, D-Nashville, recently introduced legislation to make pre-kindergarten free and accessible for all four-year-olds statewide.
Hamilton County Schools Board of Education urges lawmakers to oppose expansion of school vouchers, approves deferred maintenance plans
The Hamilton County Schools (HCS) Board of Education passed a resolution on Thursday urging Tennessee lawmakers to oppose the expansion of school vouchers that would allow more parents in the state to use public funds for private school enrollment.
Educators and community members rally behind Memphis-Shelby County Schools Superintendent Feagins amid efforts to terminate her contract
The parent advocacy organization Memphis Lift held a press conference Thursday to voice their support for Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) Superintendent Marie Feagins amid efforts by some school board members to terminate her contract.
Memphis-Shelby County Schools and Tennessee’s public charter schools celebrate improved School Letter Grades
New data from the Tennessee Department of Education’s 2023-24 State Report Card shows that 290 schools have received an A for overall performance, on the second annual School Letter Grades.
Clarksville-Montgomery County School System works to increase instructional effectiveness through teacher residency pathways
CMCSS Director of Opportunity Culture Lisa Baker provided an overview of teacher residency programming within the district at Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting.
Rutherford County Schools approves school rezoning
The Rutherford County Schools Board of Education approved new zoning rules for high schools in the county at Tuesday’s school board meeting.
Memphis-Shelby County school board delays vote to terminate Superintendent Feagins’ contract
The Memphis-Shelby County Schools Board of Education voted 5-4 on Tuesday to postpone a vote on whether to terminate Superintendent Marie Feagins’ contract.
Research suggests gender stereotypes play a role in discouraging girls’ STEM interests
A new report from the American Institutes for Research (AIR) suggests that gender stereotypes remain a major barrier to increasing women’s participation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) related fields.
Memphis Shelby County Schools leaders consider terminating Superintendent Feagins’ contract
Memphis Shelby County Schools (MSCS) could be without a leader once again after tonight’s special called Board of Education meeting.
Tennessee State University leaders still working out details to stabilize finances
Tennessee State University officials told state leaders Monday that the university is currently looking for new ways to save money, amid concerns about financial mismanagement.
Rocketship Public Schools appoints new executive director
Eric Dailey has been named the new executive director of Rocketship Public Schools in Tennessee, according to a Monday announcement from the charter operator.
Tennessee State University selects Dwayne Tucker, CEO of LEAD Public Schools, as new interim president
The Tennessee State University Board of Trustees has selected LEAD Public Schools CEO Dwayne Tucker to lead the university, following Interim President Ronald Johnson’s resignation on Wednesday.
Vanderbilt Poll finds economic anxieties relating to education, ‘no clear direction’ on school voucher issue
A new poll from Vanderbilt University notes that parents are growing increasingly concerned about not having enough money to support their children’s education, among other findings.
Tennessee State University interim President Johnson resigns amid ongoing financial difficulties
Tennessee State University (TSU) Interim President Ronald Johnson abruptly announced his resignation on Wednesday, amid concerns that the university is running out of money due to financial mismanagement.
End-of-course exams will now have less impact on high school students’ final grades
End-of-course exams for public high school students in Tennessee will now have less of an impact on students’ final grades, according to state education leaders.
Vanderbilt Law School receives $10 million to fund research on women’s rights and public policy
Vanderbilt University will use $10 million to “advance Vanderbilt Law School’s leadership in the study of how law, regulation and policy impact equality, equity and opportunity for women,” according to an announcement last week.