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Tennessee is committed to providing every student with a high-quality education, leading them to future success in college, military and the workforce.

The Tennessee Department of Education operates with this vision: districts and schools in Tennessee will exemplify excellence and equity such that all students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to successfully embark upon their chosen path in life. The communications team, part of the Office of the Commissioner, supports the communications efforts of the entire department. Based on the department’s five-year strategic plan, Tennessee Succeeds, the department strives to do the following:

-Tennessee will rank in the top half of states on the National Assessment ofEducational Progress (NAEP), or the nation’s Report Card, by 2019.
-The average ACT composite score in Tennessee will be a 21 by 2020.
-The majority of high school graduates from the class 2020 will earn a postsecondary certificate, diploma, or degree. You can read more about the work of Tennessee teachers at www.tnclassroomchronicles.org.

03/11/2026

Congratulations to our Supervisor of the Year Grand Division awardees! These outstanding awardees exemplify exceptional leadership and expertise across Tennessee's West, Middle, and East Grand Divisions. These supervisors oversee operations, policies, and staff across several schools, ensuring an effective and supportive learning environment for all students. Thank you for serving Tennessee students!

02/11/2026

It's National Career Development Month!🏢🧬📖💼

November focuses on career awareness, exploration, student planning, and preparedness. Join us in recognizing how Tennessee districts and schools invest in career and technical education, industry-recognized credentials, career readiness, and military programs that help students achieve their career aspirations.

Read more: https://www.tn.gov/education/news/2026/11/2/tennessee-celebrates-career-development-month-throughout-november-.html

30/10/2026

Bradley, Meigs, and Polk County Schools have all been awarded an $11.4 million Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grant.

The districts will launch the POTENTIAL program, which aims to raise high school graduation rates, improve academic performance, expand STEM opportunities, and help more students enroll in college.

We look forward to seeing the new opportunities this program will create for our students.

29/10/2026

Education is the foundation of Tennessee, and educators' impact lasts a lifetime. We are proud to have multiple pathways for Tennesseans to become part of students' stories.

You can watch the full video highlighting Sumner County Schools, Tennessee on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiCtDEY1gCg

29/10/2026

Registration for the Spring 2027 Cohort of the Computer Science Endorsement Pathway (CSEP) is open!

If you currently hold a teaching license, you can complete the CSEP at NO COST to earn an endorsement that qualifies you to teach computer science courses.

This pathway is designed to help licensed teachers earn an add-on endorsement, ensuring that each school has properly endorsed teaching staff. Individual teachers, principals, or district leaders can register.

This course will run from January 11 through May 2, 2027. Register now: https://stateoftennessee.formstack.com/forms/csep_teacher_registration_form_spring_2027

28/10/2026

ICYMI: Introducing our newest literacy resource: A Guide for Hosting a One Book Community Blitz: A Toolkit for Supporting Family Engagement!

A One Book Community Blitz brings students, families, educators, and community partners together around a shared book and engaging literacy activities.

Ready to bring your community together through the power of reading?

Explore the toolkit today athttps://bestforall-cms.tnedu.gov/sites/default/files/documents/One_Book_Community_Blitz_Toolkit.pdf

27/10/2026

Congratulations to our Principal of the Year Grand Division awardees! These outstanding principals exemplify exceptional leadership across Tennessee's West, Middle, and East Grand Divisions. Through their dedication, vision, and commitment to their school communities, they create meaningful opportunities for students and staff. Thank you for choosing Tennessee and for the lasting impact you have on helping our schools thrive.

26/10/2026

Applications for the 9th Annual Junior Chef Competition are now open!

This statewide, high school-level cooking competition lets students compete against other teams in a points-based competition. Scholarships will be awarded to the top three teams.

The state winner will also be eligible to advance to the Southeast Region Junior Chef Competition, where they will compete for additional scholarship funding.

Applications are due December 18, so apply today: https://www.tn.gov/education/districts/snp-resources/snp-marketing.html

23/10/2026

Teachers make Tennessee!

This month we highlighted some outstanding educators who go above and beyond to ensure the success of future generations. The department is very proud to offer a variety of pathways for Tennesseans to join the education workforce and share knowledge with those who will drive future innovation.

In this video, we spotlight Sumner County Schools, Tennessee's TeachSumner initiative, where educators come from a variety of career backgrounds. For more details, visit https://www.tn.gov/education/teachreadytn.html to learn about our Strategic Staffing, EPP Partnerships, Mentorship, Educator Recruitment, Educator Pipeline, Educator Retention, and Differentiated Compensation.

22/10/2026

October is Farm to School Month, a time to celebrate the connections among our schools, local farmers, students, and communities! From school gardens and agricultural education to locally grown foods in the cafeteria, Farm to School helps students discover where their food comes from and why local agriculture matters.

Whether you're serving local food in the cafeteria, visiting a farm, planting a school garden, or simply enjoying a Tennessee-grown snack, there are many ways to celebrate Farm to School Month!

Share your celebrations with us by tagging us and submitting photos: https://stateoftennessee.formstack.com/forms/update_submissions

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