Literacy Partnerships Lead the Way to Support Tennessee’s Newest Teachers

November 8, 2024 | Karen Lawrence

If a list existed that measured the best workplace for teachers who want to see all students achieve early literacy success, we think Tennessee is making strides toward the top of that proverbial list.

The Promise of Education: Ensuring Greater Opportunity for Economic Independence

October 3, 2024 | David Mansouri

Higher education can lead to more opportunity and economic independence for Tennesseans. But for too many Tennesseans, education does not always yield greater career opportunity. A better understanding of which credentials and degrees in our state lead to economic prosperity can help put more young people on pathways to successful careers.

Learn About Our New Look: Celebrating Our Past and Looking Ahead to the Future

September 4, 2024 | Nicole Floyd Smith

As SCORE marks its 15th birthday, we are proud to share a refreshed brand and newly designed website that signifies the energy we’re taking with us into the coming years. We’re celebrating where we’ve been and looking ahead to our continued role in ensuring that Tennessee students succeed.

Measuring What Matters

July 1, 2024 | David Mansouri

Tennessee has an impressive track record of educational improvement, grounded in using data to improve student outcomes; there are signs that some of the most important tools that enabled that progress are at significant risk. It’s time to recommit to policies that work.

Understanding 2024 TCAP Results: Five Key Takeaways

June 26, 2024 | Alexis Parker

Results from the 2024 Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) show the continued positive impact of the state’s investments in the public education system.

What Matters: Crafting a Vision for Student Success in Tennessee

June 21, 2024 | David Mansouri

Economic development in Tennessee has increased career opportunities, but we need to ensure students are earning degrees and credentials that prepare them for those jobs.

A Look At 2024 Legislative Session Progress

May 14, 2024 | SCORE

New laws and investments from the 2024 legislative session make progress on several of SCORE's education priorities.

Join Us In Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week

May 6, 2024 | David Mansouri

As we kick off Teacher Appreciation Week, the SCORE team celebrates the dedicated educators who work tirelessly to support our students and ensure their success.

Tennessee’s Opportunity To Expand Academic Support In Early Grades Literacy

October 3, 2023 | Karen Lawrence

Learn how students who are academically behind in literacy do better with additional support in the foundational skills, texts, and tasks that align to core instruction — instead of offering them unaligned support in an unfamiliar setting.