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Washington has a knack for turning a practical question into a partisan food fight. The latest example is the Head Start program. In August,...
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Teaching can feel like riding a bull in a rodeo. You prepare as best you can. You study the challenge ahead, tighten your grip,...
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Labor Day is more than the unofficial end of summer, a three-day weekend, or a final chance for a backyard cookout. At its heart,...
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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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The Cat in the Hat, with his whimsical, mischievous charm, has been hijacked for something far more sinister, and it’s landing teenagers in hot...
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Schools depend on authority. Boards govern. Administrators manage. Principals lead. Teachers teach. Students are expected to respect the adults responsible for their education and...
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Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton has confirmed on This Week with Bob Mueller that a possible state-level audit of Metro Nashville Public Schools is under...
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What is unfolding in Smith County, Tennessee, regarding its education budget crisis may soon be mirrored in other communities across the state. Other communities...
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On August 18, 2026, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued new guidance on student discipline and compliance with Title...
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I hate cancer. It killed my grandmother. I have never had cancer myself, and for that I am deeply grateful. But recently, high white...
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On June 25, 2026, the Federal Communications Commission voted 2–1 to launch a “top-to-bottom” review of the E-Rate program, the federal program that has...
Tennessee Education News
There was a time when returning to school followed a familiar rhythm. Summer was winding down. Families were buying school supplies. Teachers were preparing...
Tennessee Political News
When hiring a school superintendent, clarity is non-negotiable. This isn’t about popularity or political maneuvering; it’s about finding a leader who drives student achievement...
Tennessee Education News
The law changing teacher sick leave in Tennessee has generated more confusion than controversy. Social media posts and hallway conversations have left some educators...
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The overwhelming majority of Tennessee educators are dedicated professionals who devote their lives to helping children succeed. They arrive early, stay late, mentor struggling...
Tennessee Education News
Somewhere along the way, education crossed the line from using data to support learning to collecting data simply because technology makes it possible.
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Professional Educators of Tennessee has never claimed to be a union, nor have we sought to become one. We respect every educator’s right to...
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If you want to understand Tennessee school lunch, imagine a giant federal nutrition octopus extending one tentacle from Washington, another through Nashville, and several...
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As a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, I’m compelled to share some vital insights that transcend mere political discourse. My commitment...
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At a time when the line between personal expression and professional responsibility seems increasingly blurred, a principal in mid-state Tennessee serves as a cautionary...
Tennessee Education News
By JC Bowman and Karolyn Marino Education statistics often show numbers in government reports: enrollment increases in some places, decreases in others, higher spending,...
Tennessee Education News
Whenever a state changes its teacher licensure requirements, critics are quick to ask the same question: Are we lowering standards? In Tennessee’s case, the...
Tennessee Education News
Williamson County Schools Superintendent Jason Golden has announced he is stepping down to become Associate Director of Schools for Finance, Administration, and Legal Services...
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Fathers play a crucial role in children’s lives. Their presence is important for children’s emotional, social, and mental growth. Research shows that fathers make...
Tennessee Education News
Recently, I joined WKRN News anchor Tori Gessner on a story about teacher attrition. Tennessee saw the largest percentage decline in its teacher workforce between...
Tennessee Education News
Few subjects make lawmakers, educators, and parents more uncomfortable than discussing potty training. Yet a debate that recently surfaced in Utah has highlighted a...
Tennessee Education News
There was a time when the people of Memphis believed their public schools could not possibly become any more complicated. Then the Bill &...
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Memorial Day is not just another long weekend to celebrate. For families who have lost loved ones who sacrificed their lives for their country,...