Politics should stop at a school’s front door Our classrooms should be places of learning and student success They should never be used as political props that will undermine the hard work done by... more
We wanted to let you know House Bill 1537/ Senate Bill 2540 passed the Senate this week and is on its way to the Governor’s desk for his signature We’re pretty excited about this bill because it... more
The Tennessee General Assembly passed Senate Bill 2508 giving extra support to Tennessee’s teachers In light of the changes in delivery of TNReady this year, this commonsense legislation allows... more
Because we’re anticipating more time outside, and we don’t want you glued to your gadget, we’ll make this brief: thank you Every week we come to you with legislative needs for Tennessee’s... more
70 bills That’s right This week we’re watching 70+ bills that are working their way through subcommittees, committees, and floor votes They cover the full range of topics in education from what... more
CALL TO ACTION Last month, in districts across the state, students began taking TNReady, the state’s new annual assessment aligned to the standards teachers are using in the classroom The new and... more
We promised when we stepped into this important work to make sure every student in Tennessee is prepared for success that we would do our best to inform you of the goings on in education in Tennessee... more
My students are becoming better writers Our students are prepared to compete on the national level I appreciate my students to take what they learn and apply it across multiple subjects I’m... more
If you went to our Facebook page last week, you probably saw our #ShowYourLove for Teachers posts We’re glad you joined in on the celebration and thanked the teachers in your life We certainly... more
Good news, great news actually, but we’ll start with the good news Last week we told you about House Bill 1537, legislation to provide accountability for TNReady, reduce the number of tests given... more
We love celebrating legislation that moves the ball down the field for every child in Tennessee Tomorrow the House Education Instruction and Program Committee will hear HB 1537 This common sense... more
What are our education issues That’s a good question At the end of the day we’re with you; and other partners in education advocacy, ready to do the work to make sure every student in Tennessee... more
