Day camp on the Upper Cumberland Plateau with fire-building, tomahawk-throwing, plant ID, basic first aid, and paddling across Kelly Lake — designed to unplug kids and immerse them in outdoor skills.
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Recent coverage tied to Standing Stone State Park — Junior Ranger Camp, Overton County, and Middle schools.

Nashville Educator Wants to Build an AI School That Stays Human
Ben Schumacher's proposed Horizon Academies would combine personalized learning, strong relationships, and career pathways for Nashville students.

Court Dismisses Challenge to Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarships
A panel found the state Constitution does not stop lawmakers from funding private-school scholarships.

Finding and Funding School Buildings Remains Biggest Barrier to Expanding Student Options
Two state-approved schools postponed planned openings after failing to find suitable facilities.

Tennessee Leads the South in National Education Rankings Following Decades of Improvements
A new analysis finds Tennessee made the largest improvement of any state in national rankings for fourth- and eighth-grade reading and math between 2003 and 2024, while persistent achievement gaps underscore the work still ahead.
