Civication
Civication is how educators turn everyday classroom realities into real legislative impact. When lawmakers hear directly from the people who teach, support, and serve students every day, it moves the conversation from talking points to truth—and builds the collective power it takes to win for public schools. Show up, share your story, and help move decision-makers to act.
As educators, you are the experts on what students and schools truly need, and your voice matters in shaping the policies that affect classrooms across Tennessee. Civication gives you a chance to stand with fellow members, elevate educator voice at the Capitol, and advocate for the resources, respect, and protections our students and profession deserve.
Event Details
A continental breakfast will be available beginning at 7:45 a.m. CT/8:45 a.m. ET at the TEA building. The legislative briefing will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. CT/9:00 a.m. ET. Free parking is available in the TEA lot. Lunch will be provided at the Cordell Hull Building.
Travel & Lodging
TEA will reimburse mileage for all attendees. Members traveling more than 50 miles one way from TEA headquarters (801 Second Ave. N., Nashville) are eligible for a double-occupancy hotel room at no cost. Members who prefer a single-occupancy room may do so for $100, payable at the time of registration.
Registration Confirmation
After submitting the registration form, you will receive an automated confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation, please verify that your registration was successfully submitted. Please check your junk/spam email folder if you do not see your registration confirmation in your inbox.
Questions?
Contact Beth Brice at bbrice@tnea.org with any questions or concerns.
Before registering, please review the FAQs, located at the top of the page next to the Registration button. The FAQs include important details about scheduling appointments with your legislators.
Registration for each Civication date closes at 9:00 a.m. CT / 10:00 am ET on the Monday one week prior to the event.
Hotel availability is limited. Once the TEA room block is full, additional hotel rooms cannot be secured.