A Tennessee non-profit notes that extreme weather may hinder student success, but nature-based learning improves students’ mental health and performance.
Here are 3 ways that a high-ranked Nashville high school is working to help its students
A recent ranking places KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School among the five best high schools in the city. The school’s principal credits expanding college prep work, a supportive staff and a positive outlook.
NashVillager Podcast: Wilma Rudolph
What made Wilma Rudolph’s Olympic wins so extraordinary? Plus, the local news for September 2, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: Barrel full of controversy
Why did Cracker Barrel try to change its logo? Plus, the local news for August 28, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: George Holloway
Who was George Holloway? Plus, the local news for August 27, 2025.
Justice Department won’t defend grants for Hispanic-serving colleges, calling them unconstitutional
The Trump administration said Friday it will not defend a decades-old grant program for heavily Hispanic universities that is being challenged in court. The state of Tennessee and an anti-affirmative action organization sued the U.S. Education Department in June, asking a judge to halt the Hispanic-Serving Institution program.
NashVillager Podcast: Fisk’s Founding
Who was Fisk University’s namesake? Plus, the local news for August 22, 2025.
NashVillager Podcast: Numbers in the news
Are journalists really that bad at math? Plus, the local news for August 21, 2025.
How Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ may strip resources for low-income students and those with disabilities
The Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” will bring changes for Tennessee students from kindergarten to college.
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