When Mia Howard, the Principal and founder of Intrepid College Prep, dropped off a book for all the new teachers to read before school started, I naturally expected it to be about the fundamentals of teaching. Therefore, when I looked down at the book The Power of a Lot of Little Things Done Well and…
As a former classroom teacher, I know how powerful student data can be when making day-to-day decisions that support student achievement. From assessment results to attendance records to basic demographics, information about our students, when used effectively and strategically, is a crucial part of improving education at the local, state, and federal levels. It is…
Dear Friends, All across Tennessee, students and teachers are focusing on going back to school. Families are filling backpacks with notebooks, pencils, and pens, while students get to know their schedules. Teachers and school leaders are working tirelessly to prepare their classrooms and themselves for the new season of learning. The start of the school…
As a science teacher, I know firsthand the challenges teachers face every day. I’ve experienced the terror of a reckless classroom, the fatigue of planning lessons and grading papers long into the night, the frustration of recognizing my own limitations, and the joy of a student who finally “gets it.” As an educator I have…
Each year, the State Collaborative on Reforming Education awards the SCORE Prize to three schools and one district in Tennessee that are leaders in student learning. The winners are announced at the annual SCORE Prize event, which serves as an opportunity for students, educators, families, and community members to come together and celebrate those best…