Knox County recently backtracked on its decision to remove the critically acclaimed book “Roots” from school libraries. Now, education leaders are asking that the law spurring the removal be revised.
Screens are leaving schools fast, though some students with disabilities rely on them
Some students with disabilities rely on assistive technology to learn, and they worry it could be swept up in the movement to get screens out of schools.
Why is a Nashville middle school named after a racist segregationist? | Curious Nashville
Why is J.T. Moore Middle School named after an openly racist segregationist — and could it be changed?
As Tennessee limits screen time for young students, here’s how low-tech learning plays out in one school
Tennessee lawmakers recently passed legislation that limits the use of screen time, even on educational devices, for elementary students. One Nashville school has long practiced a minimal approach to technology, and its students insist they are more social and focused as a result.
Fisk unveils billion-dollar renovations, including new on-campus data center
Fisk University is rolling out plans for a new billion-dollar project that will bring a data center to its campus in North Nashville. School officials tout the move as a workforce pipeline for the community and an expansion of academic opportunities for students.
Tennessee students among top performers for post-pandemic academic recovery
Tennessee students are among the top performers in the country for post-pandemic academic recovery, showing significant gains in math and reading levels.
Nashville votes on two contested school board seats: A closer look at the candidates
Multiple candidates are vying for two contested seats on the Metro Nashville Public Schools board.
Report: Tennessee ranks last in per-student public school spending
Tennessee ranks at the very bottom of the country when it comes to public school spending, according to a new report from the National Education Association.
Tennessee legislature narrowly passes school voucher expansion, raising total spots to 35,000
A bill that nearly doubles the number of school vouchers in Tennessee narrowly passed both chambers of the state legislature this week amid concerns that this rapid expansion jeopardizes the state’s financial future.
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