Cannon County flagship public library in Woodbury runs annual summer reading programming and weekly children events including story time and craft activities.
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Recent coverage tied to Adams Memorial Library Children Summer Program, Cannon County, and Middle schools.

Divided House Committee provides positive recommendation to legislation authorizing school districts to deny undocumented students
It received a positive recommendation on a narrow 8-7 margin, with Representative Jeremy Faison, R- Cosby, joining six Democrats on the committee voting against the legislation.

Commentary: The U.S. education system could learn a few lessons from Taiwan
Walking into my first classroom in Taiwan was like stepping into another world of education. The desks were arranged with precision, the students were armed with textbooks and an air of focus, and the expectations were clear: excellence was not optional, it was the norm.

Commentary: Education innovation can fuel economic independence
As Tennessee looks to the future, the connection between innovative education pathways and economic independence is undeniable. By reimagining how students are prepared for the workforce, we can equip the next generation with the tools they need to thrive in a fast-changing economy.

University of Memphis researchers use $2.6M Department of Education grant to train more local ESL teachers
Two University of Memphis researchers recently received a $2.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Professional Development program to address a “critical need for highly qualified licensed ESL teachers in the Memphis area.”
