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Commentary: Brent Jones Wants Your Vote. He Will Not Tell You What He Supports
Three organizations put questions in front of the challenger in House District 18. All three got nothing back. His opponent answered every one of them.
Rep. Elaine Davis Runs on Education Record, Challenger Brent Jones Ignores Firefly Questions
Jones declined to respond to multiple questions from the Tennessee Firefly about key education issues affecting Knoxville’s House District 18.
Collierville High School Math Educator Who Believes ‘Every Child Can Do Math’ Named Tennessee Teacher of the Year
The Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) announced Dr. Brandi De La Cruz, a mathematics teacher at Collierville High School, as the 2025–26 Tennessee Teacher of the Year.
Nine Educators Named Finalists for 2025–26 Tennessee Teacher of the Year
The Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) has announced the nine finalists for the 2025–26 Tennessee Teacher of the Year award. The annual recognition highlights educators across the state for their contributions to teaching, leadership, and student learning outcomes.