JC Bowman is a contributing education, editor for Tri-Star Daily, and the executive director of Professional Educators of Tennessee, a nonpartisan teacher association with over 40 years in education. He began his career as a high school social sciences and special education teacher in Tennessee. Since 2011, he has focused on legislative priorities and policy assessment at Professional Educators. Previously, he served as Chief Policy Analyst for Florida Governor Jeb Bush, contributing to the school code revision. A respected speaker and author, he has appeared nationally in various media and events. He is a Marine Corps veteran, meritoriously promoted twice. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife Bethany, and they have two adult daughters and six grandchildren.
Educators are increasingly concerned about both the quality and quantity of applicants entering the education field. Talented individuals eager to teach encounter numerous barriers...
Tennessee’s education scene is built on a shaky foundation of laws and policies, including those enacted during the 2025 legislative session. Imagine policymakers debating...
Introduction: My grandmother, Leona Green, loved sharing stories, tall tales, history, and folklore from the Mountains of Tennessee, where she grew up. Whenever we...
Introduction: My grandmother, Leona Green, loved sharing stories, tall tales, history, and folklore from the Mountains of Tennessee, where she grew up. Whenever we...
In the shadowy streets of Cleveland, Tennessee, Tall Betsy roamed—a figure woven into local folklore, a cautionary tale whispered by parents to keep their children safe....
In Tennessee, school attendance is essential for educational success. No amount of advanced resources or motivational slogans can replace the simple truth that if...
Tennessee’s food and beverage manufacturing industry is not only a significant contributor to the state’s economy, it is also a testament to the power...
Wise carpenters and contractors generally follow the rule to measure twice and cut once. Tennessee education policymakers should do the same when it comes...
Neetu Arnold is a Paulson Policy Analyst at the Manhattan Institute, where she specializes in K–12 and higher education. Her work has been featured in the...
This is the first year of Tennessee Governor Bill Lee’s Education Freedom Scholarship program, and the administration is already proclaiming success, asserting that all...
Navigating the educational system for children with special needs can be overwhelming, especially during Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings. Mandated by the Individuals with...
This Labor Day, we take a moment to reflect and celebrate. This holiday, nestled between summer and autumn, honors the American worker—the backbone of...
By: JC Bowman, Contributing Education Editor The Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury has released Research Recap: A Timeline of the Road to TISA. In 2022,...