New study examines role of socioeconomic factors in racial achievement gaps

A recent study from the Thomas B. Fordham Institute suggests that socio-economic factors like household income and parents’ education play.

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Tennessee Department of Education announces improvements in K-12 literacy and efforts to maintain progress

While recent state assessment data trends show that students throughout the state are making gains in literacy, officials from the.

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SCORE memo notes need to update state higher-ed funding formula

A new memo from the State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) highlights the need to revise Tennessee’s outcomes-based postsecondary funding.

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State Board of Education seeks feedback on state ELA standards

The Tennessee State Board of Education has launched a new survey to gather public comments and feedback about Tennessee’s K-12.

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Knox County Schools makes changes to early dismissal schedule

Following recent discussions between board members and with parents in the community about their preferences, the board decided to do.

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UT study shows need for more civic education in Tennessee

A recent statewide survey from the University of Tennessee’s Institute of American Civics suggests there's a critical need to improve.

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SCORE memo notes important role of data in building student literacy

The State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) has released a new memo highlighting how policymakers have helped advance early literacy.

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Memphis selects new school board members, Democrats dominate Nashville, Republicans maintain control in Knox County

Thursday's election results are bringing major changes to school boards representing the state's largest school districts. Families with children attending.

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Tennessee Public Charter School Commission schools’ comparing well with other public schools on state tests

State education officials say the schools overseen by the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission are faring well when compared to.

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SCORE TCAP analysis indicates need to address performance gaps

While recent results from the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) exam indicate that students across the state achieved “record-high” proficiency.

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