Inglewood Elementary School in Nashville was buzzing with excitement as students entered the doors on Tuesday for their first day of class.
Tennessee schools are updating classroom cellphone policies as required by new law
While the law gives latitude to local school boards, educators and policy experts insist that restricting cellphone use in schools improves social skills and keeps students safer in the event of an emergency.
Belmont University hosts summer program for local high schoolers in bid to diversify student body
Dozens of local high schoolers moved on to Belmont University’s campus this month to embark on a two-week long college immersion experience. These juniors and seniors live in the dorms, eat in the dining halls, and take dual enrollment courses.
Nashville’s immigrant students fear going to school as ICE raids continue
The recent ICE raids in Nashville have left many families afraid to leave the house for even basic necessities, like taking their kids to school.
Students write letter to city leaders expressing fear amid recent ICE raids
A group of students wrote an open letter to city leaders expressing fear in the wake of recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids in South Nashville.
Here’s how two Nashville teachers are supporting immigrant students amid worries about growing absenteeism
Amid the Trump administration’s crackdown, two Nashville teachers say they have seen a rise in absences among their immigrant students and are working to support them.
New report shows how Nashville could better connect classroom learning with job opportunities
A new report stresses the importance of expanding career technical education for high schools students as Nashville grows.
Trump administration could have wide-reaching effects on Tennessee school lunches
Middle Tennessee school districts are bracing for potential fallout from two Trump administration decisions that could change how schools provide food.
Tennessee snow slows travel and closes schools, libraries, government offices
Much of Middle Tennessee woke up to about 2 to 3 inches of snow, prompting widespread closures and warnings of difficult travel conditions.
ICE officials will need legal authorization to enter Nashville public schools, district says
How do new immigration enforcement policies affect students in Metro Schools?
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