Time is of the essence for lawmakers championing universal private school vouchers. Committees in both the state House and Senate this week put off considering proposals that would bring vouchers to families across Tennessee.
Listen: Nashville high schoolers make space for observing Ramadan, educating peers and connecting more deeply with their faith
The Muslim holy month of Ramadan ends this week. This year, students at Overton High school in South Nashville worked with administration to provide more intentional spaces for students to fast and pray.
Tennessee lawmakers pass bill to require anti-abortion group video, or comparable, in public schools
Tennessee would become the latest state to require public school students to watch a video on fetal development produced by an anti-abortion group, or something comparable, under legislation heading to Republican Gov. Bill Lee’s desk.
NashVillager Podcast: April 4, 2024
How can Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy be seen in the battle for control of TSU?
Hundreds march in solidarity with Vanderbilt students suspended over pro-Palestinian protest
Hundreds of people protested Wednesday, calling on Vanderbilt University to reverse the suspensions of 27 student protesters.
Navigating College Decision Day
It’s spring, and for many high school seniors, it’s time to make one of the biggest decisions of their lives. It’s college decision season.
In rural Tennessee, the National Teacher of the Year helps diverse students and their families thrive
Officials announced Wednesday that Missy Testerman has been named the 2024 National Teacher of the Year. Those who know Testerman say that’s no wonder, having become familiar with the kind of magic she works in the classroom each day.
‘Legislation, litigation and agitation’: Civil rights leaders call for action following ‘attack’ on TSU
Supporters of Tennessee State University are focusing on how to move forward, and recoup more than $2 billion in historic underfunding.
Lawmakers vote to vacate the entire TSU board
Lawmakers voted Thursday to vacate the entire Tennessee State University board of trustees, and Gov. Bill Lee quickly signed the bill into law.
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