I once thought that if a teacher wanted to move up the career ladder, the only next step was to become a principal. I will even admit that one of the reasons I left teaching was because I did not feel like there were opportunities for me to grow in that role. If that was…
After more than 2,000 votes in a Facebook poll, we have our finalists in the Students Rise to the Challenge scholarship competition. Congratulations to Ethan Swift, Lamar Elementary (Washington County Schools), and Katie Workman, Foothills Elementary (Maryville City Schools), in the elementary school category; Vincent Gould, Robinson Middle School (Kingsport City Schools), and Harleigh O’Brien,…
Attention Tennessee students! It’s time to enter the next Students Rise to the Challenge Competition, a chance for you to speak out about the great learning that is happening every day in your classes, schools, and districts – and to win a $250 scholarship. Students know first-hand that their teachers are working hard to prepare…
In February, SCORE released the 2012-13 State of Education in Tennessee report, which includes an overview of the academic gains the state has made over the past year, an update on the work that has contributed to the improvements students have experienced, extensive state and district data, and education priorities for Tennessee in 2013 that…
The Loudon County School System plays an active role in changing the culture of education in the state. All facets of the system, from county administrators to principals and teachers, are dedicated to improving outcomes for students, no matter the challenges they face. The district’s work has contributed to improved levels of student achievement and…