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Tennessee SCORE Names Nine Recipients of AI Innovation Fund Grant
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 Schools
Virtual students are showing less academic growth than their peers.
Representative William Slater Recognized for Public School Choice Support
Slater became the second lawmaker to receive a TSS Action Hero Award on Thursday.
Metro Nashville Public Schools Faces More Allegations of Grade Inflation
District leaders pushed back on the allegations, saying ‘teachers have not been pressured’ to change grading practices.
Tennessee Superintendent Turnover Remains Steady as Districts Focus on Long-Term Gains
Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents says districts continue to build pipelines for superintendents and teachers.
Charter School Students Outperform Peers in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville
New analysis of state testing data found positive news for charter students, especially those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Country Music Icon and Tennessee Royalty Dolly Parton Dies at 80
Parton was beloved in Tennessee not just for her music, but also for her extensive educational philanthropy.
Proposed Rural Charter School Receives Community Backing Ahead of Appeal
The Trimble Board of Mayor and Aldermen passed a resolution in support of Trimble Academy.
Memphis-Shelby County Schools Closes all Campuses Monday
A severe storm hit the city Saturday, causing major power outages that may not be fully restored until Thursday.
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Gubernatorial Candidates Take Differing Views on AI in the Classroom
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Mobile Workshops to Provide Students with Hands-On Trade Skills Experience
Commentary: Tennessee Voters Demand Strong, Coherent Support for High-Quality Public Education
Metro Nashville Public Schools Superintendent Credits Widespread Academic Improvement to Higher Standards
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