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Who We Are

We’re a network of teachers, parents, community leaders, and volunteers that pushes for bold and lasting impact in education policy statewide. 

At TSS, we work every day to make sure today’s students are more prepared and have even more opportunities for success than those who graduated before them.

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Mission

To amplify the collective power of parents, policymakers and advocates to shape creative and effective statewide policies that allow every child in Tennessee access to high-quality public education.

Vision

Tennessee is the gold standard for the rest of the nation, with education policymakers driving student success by implementing and protecting effective policy, championing high standards and facilitating access to quality public education for all.

Core Values

Collaboration

Working together at every opportunity with teammates, organizations, policymakers and others to achieve shared goals and advance progress toward our vision.

Impact

Doing work that consistently advances progress toward our goals, has a measurable result, and produces lasting positive outcomes for Tennessee kids.

Adaptability

Being willing and able to adjust our behavior, strategy or tactics as needed in order to thrive in our changing landscape.

Integrity

Demonstrating a consistent and courageous commitment to honesty, transparency and high ethical standards in our private and public dealings with others.

Meet Our Team

With backgrounds in education, policy, law, advocacy, and politics, our team of strategic problem-solvers approaches each day with the eager opportunity to improve the lives of Tennessee students.

Our Team
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Be among the first to know about policy considerations, news, political implications, and advocacy opportunities that impact the future of Tennessee kids.

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Take Action for Tennessee Kids

Visit our TSS Action Network for opportunities to make your voice heard for a brighter future for Tennessee students.

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