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NASHVILLE, Tenn.–The following may be attributed to TEA President Tanya T. Coats, a veteran Knox County educator: “The passage of universal vouchers makes clear that the state wishes to provide...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The following may be attributed to TEA President Tanya T. Coats, a veteran Knox County educator: “Tennessee’s educators are disheartened by the rushed way statewide vouchers passed...
The following may be attributed to TEA President Tanya T. Coats, a veteran Knox County educator: “We are heartbroken for the students and families affected by the tragic shooting at Antioch High...
It is high time to address the needs of families and communities that are suffering NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The following may be attributed to Tanya T. Coats, a Knox County educator and president of the...
By TEA Executive Director Terrance J. Gibson Reflecting on obstacles faced throughout her life, Maya Angelou proudly proclaimed “Still I Rise.” When I read these words, I am inspired and proud, and I...
Metro Nashville Education Association (MNEA) members and leaders visited John Overton High School, Granbery Elementary and William Henry Oliver Middle School Monday in support of continued efforts to...
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., said, “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically.” For education to achieve its lofty purposes, teachers must be allowed to...
Important Wins for Tennessee Families as the General Assembly Adjourns Sine Die NASHVILLE, Tenn. – As the 113th Tennessee General Assembly adjourned sine die Thursday, Tennessee Education Association...