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Tennessee Commission on Children & Youth Established by the Tennessee General Assembly to promote the well-being of children and youth.

TCCY is an independent, nonpartisan agency established by the Tennessee General Assembly. Our primary goal is to ensure that the policies and programs of the state effectively promote and protect the health, well-being and development of children and youth.

Healthy kids. Strong families. Stronger partnerships.Leaders and partners from across Tennessee came together for,  "Hea...
11/05/2026

Healthy kids. Strong families. Stronger partnerships.

Leaders and partners from across Tennessee came together for, "Healthy Kids, Strong Families: Getting to the Root of Preventable Chronic Conditions," a Tennessee Children’s Health Summit focused on improving lifelong health outcomes for children and families.

The summit brought together expertise from public health, healthcare, behavioral health, research and child advocacy. Participants explored how prevention, early detection and coordinated care can make a lasting difference.

Thank you to all who participated in this meaningful event!
TennCare
Tennessee Department of Health
Children's Hospital Alliance of Tennessee
Nadine Burke Harris

Team TCCY at our recent working retreat inside the beautiful Fall Creek Falls State Park. The evening’s theme was, “Game...
11/05/2026

Team TCCY at our recent working retreat inside the beautiful Fall Creek Falls State Park. The evening’s theme was, “Game Show,” and boy was it energizing to connect and collaborate while having a little fun!

It's a TCCY Tuesday for data! The 2026 County Profiles and Rankings Report shows the numbers associated with chronic abs...
11/03/2026

It's a TCCY Tuesday for data!

The 2026 County Profiles and Rankings Report shows the numbers associated with chronic absenteeism and youth crime (per 1,000) have slightly decreased! Visit TCCY's FUTURE Data Dashboard to download the full report and find an interactive map that shows how each county ranks in "Child Safety and Risk Behavior."

https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/tccy/educate-inform1/2026-county-profiles---rankings.html

TCCY would like to thank the attendees who joined us last week for SECCY's, "State of the Child in the Southeast," event...
11/02/2026

TCCY would like to thank the attendees who joined us last week for SECCY's, "State of the Child in the Southeast," event. The day brought together state leaders, community partners and advocates to focus on the well-being of children and families in the Southeast region of Tennessee.

TCCY looks forward to building on the momentum of last week's event to continue to come together and address challenges, strengthen partnerships and turn conversations into action for Tennessee's children youth, and families!

Tennessee Department of Education
Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Tennessee Department of Children's Services

Its a TCCY Tuesday for data! The 2026 County Profiles and Rankings Report shows you how your community is fairing in chi...
10/13/2026

Its a TCCY Tuesday for data!

The 2026 County Profiles and Rankings Report shows you how your community is fairing in children's health and development. This year's report shows the number of babies born at a low birthweight has declined consecutively. However, the number of children without insurance continues to climb. Learn more today!
https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/tccy/educate-inform1/2026-county-profiles---rankings.html

10/08/2026

Outside of your county's specific rank, the 2026 County Profiles and Rankings Report provides an encompassing profile into several categories that include;

- Affordability and Economic Security
- Education and Early Learning
- Health and Development
- Child Safety and Risk Behavior

Take a sneak peak into all that's included in the Affordability and Economic Security profile for each county, follow the link to learn more!
https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/tccy/educate-inform1/2026-county-profiles---rankings.html

Its a TCCY Tuesday for data! Do you know how your county stacks in education and early learning? The 2026 County Profile...
10/06/2026

Its a TCCY Tuesday for data!

Do you know how your county stacks in education and early learning? The 2026 County Profiles and Rankings offer an in depth look at students meeting or exceeding expectations in TCAP reading and math, as well as high school graduation rates.

Each of Tennessee's 95 counties have access to an in depth profile, take it from TCCY Regional Administrator Lindsey Cody, who recently met with Tennessee Senator Becky Massey and had Knox County's profile and ranking in hand!

Find your county's complete profile today!
https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/tccy/educate-inform1/2026-county-profiles---rankings.html

TCCY's regional councils have been busy in West Tennessee! The Northwest Council on Children and Youth recently partnere...
10/02/2026

TCCY's regional councils have been busy in West Tennessee!

The Northwest Council on Children and Youth recently partnered with Bethel University and Healthy Carroll County for the Su***de Prevention Glow Walk. Nearly 200 participants from multiple states gathered in McKenzie, TN to recognize Su***de Prevention Awareness Month in September. Way to go!

Additionally, Southwest Council on Children and Youth Regional Coordinator Jerri Moore recently presented to a crowd of School-Based Behavioral Health Liaisons from across West Tennessee about the 2026 County Profiles and Rankings Report and how the data can help community leaders funnel resources to benefit children and families. Click the link to learn where your county stands! https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/tccy/educate-inform1/2026-county-profiles---rankings.html

It's a TCCY Tuesday for data! How are Tennessee's children and families doing financially? According to the 2026 County ...
09/29/2026

It's a TCCY Tuesday for data!

How are Tennessee's children and families doing financially? According to the 2026 County Profiles and Rankings;

- 18.9% of Tennessee children live in poverty, slightly up from 18.4%.
- Statewide, the child care cost burden sits at 29.7%, slightly up from 28.9%.
- Statewide, the severe housing cost burden sits at 11.5%, slightly down from 11.7%.

Explore how your county ranks overall in economic well-being on the FUTURE Data Dashboard.
https://www.tn.gov/content/tn/tccy/educate-inform1/2026-county-profiles---rankings.html

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