Education

Nashville, TN–Throughout April, the Tennessee Department of Education invites Tennesseans to celebrate Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month, proclaimed by Governor Bill Lee. The department will spotlight historic math gains in achievement driven by the state’s focused commitment to rigorous academic standards, educator support, mathematics resources, and a strong accountability system.

Nashville, TN–Commissioner of Education, Lizzette Reynolds, was awarded the Honorary Tennessee FFA State Degree, which is awarded to individuals who have rendered outstanding service to the FFA and agricultural education at the state level. This degree acknowledges the efforts of those who support FFA chapters and help advance agricultural education, thereby inspiring students to achieve their goals in agriculture and related fields.

Nashville, TN–Throughout March, the Tennessee Department of Education invites all Tennesseans to celebrate Tennessee Literacy Month, proclaimed by Governor Bill Lee. During March, the department will highlight the importance of early literacy, including investments of $35M of grant funds to prepare students to flourish and thrive in any pathway they pursue.