Former Tennessee Titans Receiver Kevin Dyson is Among 26 Potential Public Charter School Applicants in 2026
If approved, the proposed Music City Academy would serve up to 500 high school students in Nashville with a team-centered, career-connected learning model that utilizes athletics and multiple career and technical education (CTE) paths.
Expanding School Bus Service for Memphis Families Concerned About ICE Could Cost $20 Million
The district estimates that expanding busing to more students by reducing the parent responsibility zone could increase costs by $9.7 million to $20.5 million.
Knox County School Board Plans Vote on Thursday Whether to Oppose Education Barriers for Undocumented Children
The proposed policy priority is in response to legislation state lawmakers considered earlier this year that would allow school districts the option of refusing to enroll undocumented children or charging them tuition.
Knoxville Golfer Ava Holmes Takes on the Toughest Course
A member of the Irish girls’ state championship-qualifying team, Ava Holmes initially thought some lingering back pain late this summer likely stemmed from perhaps too many golf swings and not enough stretches.
Proposed Public Charter School Leaders Decide Against Applying in 2026
The Forge School posted a note to supporters this week, announcing that leaders are no longer planning to apply in 2026, in part due to challenges in raising start-up funding.
Montgomery County Commission Faces Criticism Following Abrupt Resignation of Newly Appointed School Board Member
The Montgomery County Commission appointed Crosslin last week to fill the vacant District 3 seat, but she abruptly resigned before Tuesday’s meeting.
Memphis-Shelby County School Board Takes Steps to Challenge Re-Election Shake-up
Last month, commissioners voted to put all nine school board seats on the ballot in 2026, including five board members elected last year who would now face re-election two years early.
Williamson County Schools Places New Restrictions on Student Cell Phones
Board members approved a new policy that requires the district to ensure cell phones are securely stored during the school day and provides high school students with access during lunch.
School Board Appointment Could Provide a Preview for Next Month’s Decision to Fill the Late Rep. Jeff Burkhart’s Seat
Montgomery County Commissioners voted 11 to 8 to appoint a Republican nominee to the board in a move that at least one commissioner felt was influenced by political parties.
Hispanic Graduation Rates Drop in Nashville Despite Gains for Other Historically Disadvantaged Student Groups
The district’s Hispanic student graduation rate dropped 6.1 percent in the 2024/25 school year to 73.2 percent.
Knox County School Board Considers Taking a Stand Against Barriers for Undocumented Children to Attend Public Schools
The Knox County School Board is weighing whether to take a formal stance against a revived bill that could allow Tennessee districts to deny undocumented students a free public education.
More than Half of Nashville’s Blue Ribbon Teacher Awardees Work in Schools of Choice
Metro Nashville Public Schools and the Nashville Public Education Foundation recognized 24 public school teachers and one Pre-K educator as 2025 Blue Ribbon Teachers at a ceremony on Thursday.
Metro Nashville Public Schools to Consider Changing School Start Times
Metro Nashville Public Schools announced plans for a districtwide review of school start and end times.
Supporters of Nashville’s Newest Public Charter School Celebrate Approval to Open Next Year
Nashville’s newest public charter school, The Rock Academy, is set to open next fall as Tennessee’s first “opportunity charter school,” a model dedicated to re-engaging at-risk youth who have faced significant barriers to education.
Metro Nashville’s Director of Schools Earns ‘Met’ Ratings Across All Evaluation Categories
An evaluation team of board members used student growth, proficiency, attendance, and other areas to rate Dr. Battle across four evaluation categories, including literacy, numeracy, social-emotional learning (SEL), and transitions.
Memphis-Shelby County School Board Expands Bus Access Citing Attendance Concerns Amid ICE and National Guard Presence
The Memphis-Shelby County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to expand bus eligibility for all students, citing attendance declines and safety concerns amid recent ICE and National Guard activity in Memphis.
All Nine Memphis-Shelby School Board Seats Headed for Election After Commission Overrides Mayor’s Veto
Shelby County Commissioners voted 8–4 to override Mayor Lee Harris’ veto and put all nine Memphis-Shelby County School Board seats on the ballot in 2026.
Tullahoma School Board Votes to Limit Classroom Flags After Heated Debate Over LGBTQ+ Symbols
The Tullahoma City School Board voted unanimously Monday to restrict classroom flags and displays to curriculum-related materials, ending weeks of debate centered on the presence of Pride flags in local schools.
Clarksville-Montgomery School Board Rejects Resolution to Oppose Legislation That Would Allow School Districts the Option of Denying Undocumented Children
The Clarksville-Montgomery County School Board narrowly voted down a resolution opposing House Bill 793, legislation that would allow Tennessee school districts to deny undocumented children a free public education.
Memphis-Shelby County Schools Proposes Major Consolidation Plan, Targeting $6 Million in Annual Savings
Memphis-Shelby County Schools is proposing a sweeping consolidation plan that would merge or close several campuses across the city, saving more than $6 million in the first year

