More Tennessee schools now eligible for free meal programs

More school districts in Tennessee are now able to serve free meals to students, thanks to recent changes in federal.

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THEC launches ‘FAFSA Frenzy’ resources to help students apply for financial aid

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) is partnering with several education and community organizations across the state to launch its.

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State Board of Education changes rules for students in out-of-state mental health facilities

The Tennessee State Board of Education unanimously voted Monday to pass emergency revisions to rules outlining admission requirements for Tennessee.

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Beacon Poll notes voters’ concerns about public education along with support for former President Trump and Sen. Blackburn

A new statewide survey from the Beacon Center of Tennessee found 50 percent of registered voters in Tennessee are dissatisfied.

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SCORE report finds student assessments and teacher evaluations combine to improve performance

The State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) has released a pair of memos highlighting how annual teacher evaluations and assessments.

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Lawsuit challenges zero tolerance policies for ‘threats of mass violence’ in schools

Two families in Tennessee’s Williamson County school district have filed a federal lawsuit against Gov. Bill Lee and the Williamson.

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House District 34 candidates disagree little on LGBTQ-related issues, charter school controversies

Voters in Tennessee House District 34 got a chance to ask GOP primary candidates – incumbent Tim Rudd and his.

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Tennessee’s Education Department is getting a new Chief Program Officer

The Tennessee Department of Education has selected Milan Special School District Director Jonathan Criswell as Chief Program Officer (CPO) for.

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AI policies are still a work in progress for several Tennessee school districts ahead of 2024-25 school year

Legislation passed in February requires school districts to let the state know how artificial intelligence will be used and regulated.

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