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By any honest measure, the student attendance crisis is no longer a quiet concern—it is a challenge in public education. Across Tennessee, from our...
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There are moments in public life when ambiguity deserves patience—when a poorly chosen phrase or an awkward interaction should be weighed with charity before...
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The line between online and offline has blurred. The way we scroll, post, react, and connect shapes our relationships, confidence, and communities. In essence,...
Tennessee Education News
Spend enough time around public schools in Tennessee, and you notice a peculiar kind of déjà vu. The names change. The binders get thicker...
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In the spring of 1987, as the earth awakened around us, I walked beside my grandfather, Charles Green—a man whose hands had shaped the...
Opinion - Editorial
Tennessee lawmakers are correct: good policy begins with good data. But in the debate over HB 793/SB 836, the issue isn’t whether data is...
Opinion - Editorial
Tennessee is poised to pass legislation limiting screen usage in classrooms, and on this issue, there is consensus—no one wants children sitting in front...
Opinion - Editorial
If you have ever driven in Nashville traffic while being tailgated by a pickup truck and passed by a Prius going 95 miles per...
Opinion - Editorial
The state of childhood today starkly reflects our societal priorities, technological advancements, and a disquieting detachment from the world that once nurtured imagination and...
Opinion - Editorial
Virtual schools have gained popularity, especially since the pandemic. In 2021-22, over 726 full-time virtual schools enrolled nearly 580,000 students across the United States,...
Tennessee Education News
The future of Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS), the largest school district in Tennessee, hangs in the balance as discussions of a potential state oversight...
Opinion - Editorial
Student discipline has become a hot topic, not just in Tennessee but across the nation, driving teachers out of the classroom faster than you...
Tennessee Sports News
In a move that could make even the most seasoned Tennessee high school sports fans raise an eyebrow, the state is advancing legislation (HB1785/SB1822)...
Opinion - Editorial
Walking into many classrooms across Tennessee today reveals a troubling trend: students are often isolated behind screens, spending more time with software than with...
Tennessee Education News
The issue of student discipline remains a pressing concern in our educational landscape, affecting teachers, students, and the overall effectiveness of our schools. The...
Opinion - Editorial
The Supreme Court has clarified the First Amendment rights of high school students through four significant cases. These rulings illustrate the balance between students’...
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It’s President’s Day again—time for a national holiday that celebrates the folks who’ve sat in the most uncomfortable chair in the world — the...
Tennessee Political News
Date: Feb. 2, 2026 Location: House Chamber, State Capitol As we reflect on Governor Bill Lee’s tenure during his final State of the State...
Opinion - Editorial
In an age where entertainment, information, and connectivity are just a fingertip away, we navigate a digital landscape that looks less like a playground...
Tennessee Education News
In the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology, Google Classroom stands out as a robust, comprehensive solution for K12. While emerging tools may offer specialized...
Opinion - Editorial
Winter Storm Fern is unleashing her frosty tantrum across 34 states, affecting over 220 million people. That’s nearly two out of every three Americans!...
Opinion - Editorial
One year ago today, January 22, 2025, a tragic school shooting occurred at Antioch High School in the Antioch neighborhood of Nashville, Tennessee. Seventeen-year-old...
Opinion - Editorial
I talk about education a lot. It has been my life’s work for over forty years. If I had to do it over again,...
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My wife, Bethany, is an entertainment writer. It affords me an occasional opportunity to explore a hobby of taking pictures and going to musical...
Tennessee Education News
The brave new world of K-12 education, where school choice options like education savings accounts, vouchers, and charter schools are emerging like dandelions in...
Tennessee Education News
The Comptroller’s Office of Research and Education Accountability (OREA) has released its evaluation of Tennessee’s Education Savings Account (ESA) program, a task mandated by...
Opinion - Editorial
As we eagerly step into the exciting unknown of 2026, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the old saying that “the greatest...
Tennessee Education News
By: JC Bowman, Contributing Editor Florida and Arizona are regularly cited as examples of successful voucher programs that Tennessee should emulate. Yet, a closer...