Education Mission
Districts and schools in Tennessee will exemplify excellence and equity such that all students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to successfully embark upon their chosen path in life.
Working together, OUR TENNESSEE can provide a great education for our children. That's why Governor Bill Lee and Commissioner Schwinn are asking for input from all Tennesseans. Please take a minute to tell us what you think about these ideas.
Education Goals
Graduation
Rate
The majority of high school graduates from the class of 2020 will earn some type of postsecondary certificate, diploma, or degree.
Reading
Proficiency
75 percent of Tennessee third graders will be proficient in reading by 2025.
ACT
Scores
The average ACT composite score in Tennessee will be 21 by 2020.
Nation's Report
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Tennessee will rank in the top half of the National Assessment of Educational Progress, the nation’s report card, by 2019.
Education Priorities
Early Foundations & Literacy
Building skills in early grades to contribute to future success
High School & Bridge to Postsecondary
Preparing significantly more students for postsecondary completion
All Means All
Providing individualized support and opportunities for all students with a focus on those who are furthest behind
Educator Support
Supporting the preparation and development of an exceptional educator workforce
District Empowerment
Providing districts with the tools and autonomy they need to make the best decisions for students
News & Events
News
- Tennessee Announces 2019-20 Teacher of the Year Finalists
- Tennessee named one of six states selected to participate in No Kid Hungry’s 2019 School Breakfast Leadership Institute
- TDOE Announces the 11 Schools to Receive Tennessee STEM School Designations
- TDOE Awards Funding for High-Quality Early Learning
- TDOE and the CMA Foundation Award ‘State of the Arts’ Music Grants from $1 Million Dollar Investment
- Over 50 percent of Tennessee public high school seniors raise score on ACT Senior Retake