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Federal education funding is not free money. It comes from taxpayers, is appropriated for specific purposes, and carries legal obligations from Washington to the...
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Usually, where there is smoke, there is fire. Two things, caught my eye this week about Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS). That is particularly...
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Pro Football Hall of Famer and University of Tennessee alumnus Peyton Manning returned to Knoxville on Aug. 31 to recognize four...
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In the wake of the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, many left-wing commentators spewed their hatred of and blame for...
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Let’s dive into the deep end of the pool that is the U.S. Department of Education‘s budget proposal for FY 2026. It feels like tuning into...
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Ah, chronic absenteeism—a term that sounds like a fancy medical diagnosis but is actually just a polite way of saying, “Hey, where is everyone?”...
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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,...
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By JC Bowman, Contributing Education Editor In the once vibrant halls of American schools, where laughter and conversation filled the air, a new sound...
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By JC Bowman, Contributing Education EditorTennessee’s teacher evaluation system, primarily the Tennessee Educator Acceleration Model (TEAM), represented initial progress in evaluation reform. The state...
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By: JC Bowman, contributing education editor The Trump administration’s recent decision to withdraw support for the Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) program has ignited a significant...
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A number of Tennessee schools experienced lockdowns this week amid a flurry of hoaxes and nearby incidents. Crossville schools—Martin Elementary, Cumberland County High School,...
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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has suspended all fraternity and sorority activities in response to a hazing investigation initiated this week UTC officials...
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The University of Memphis’ Office of Multicultural Affairs has been closed due to a law passed that dismantles the department’s diversity, equity, and inclusion...
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By JC Bowman, TriStar Daily Contributing Education Editor Ah, Tennessee, we have created a teacher licensure system that could confound even the most determined...
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The Hamilton County Board of Education (HCBE) is set to implement a strict cell phone policy, effective October 1, 2025, which prohibits students from...
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U.S. News & World Report just released its 2025-26 best public high schools rankings for the nation, and several schools in Tennessee are high...
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Welcome to Tennessee, the land of Elvis, moonshine, and a teacher evaluation system as straightforward as a country song played in reverse. If you’ve...
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An elementary school in Westmoreland has issued a ban on energy drinks for students effective this week. Westside Elementary School, in Macon County, issued...
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Move-in day is done, and classes have begun in Knoxville for the University of Tennessee. More students than ever are expected to be in...
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The Princeton Review’s annual list of college rankings is out, and topping the list of the 25 most beautiful college campuses in the country...
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By: JC Bowman, Contributing Education Editor Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the thrilling adventure of navigating the wild world of education policy! Picture this:...
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On May 9, 2025, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee enacted Public Chapter 453, which modifies various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated, including Titles 4,...
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Tennessee Department of Education data shows that state public school students will receive $272 less than students enrolled in Gov. Bill Lee’s private school...
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By JC Bowman, TriStar Daily Contributing Education Editor On August 13, 2025, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon traveled to Knoxville, Tennessee. It was part...
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by Kaylee Joslyn and Patrick Basnett Tennessee has embarked on a transformative journey in education by mandating 40 minutes of unstructured daily recess for...
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University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd provided an update to University faculty and employees regarding the recent controversy over the apparent continuation of DEI...
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Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) has agreed to settle allegations that it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by failing to adequately accommodate...
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Parents of three Williamson County Schools female students are suing the school district after they say their seventh-grade daughters were made uncomfortable when a...
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By: JC Bowman, TriStar Daily Contributing Education Editor As inflation continues to challenge American households, the financial burden of higher education weighs heavily on...
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By: JC Bowman, TriStar Daily Contributing Education Editor Public education is at a crossroads, and it seems we’ve inadvertently taken a long detour into...