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2022-23 Tennessee Public Charter School Demographics
April 3, 2023
In 2023, there were 114 charter schools in Tennessee, serving approximately 44,000 students — 5 percent of the state’s total student population. The resources below provide key data regarding the enrollment, demographics, and performance of public charter schools in Tennessee.
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Public Charter Schools Across Tennessee
April 3, 2023
In 2023, there were 114 charter schools in Tennessee, serving approximately 44,000 students — 5 percent of the state’s total student population. The resources below provide key data regarding the enrollment, demographics, and performance of public charter schools in Tennessee.
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Nashville Charter Schools Provide Families With An Alternative To Priority Schools In Their Area
April 3, 2023
Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.
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Who Can Enroll In A Tennessee Public Charter School?
April 3, 2023
Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.
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High Expectations And High Accountability: Tennessee’s Charter School Sector
April 3, 2023
Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.
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Tennessee Public Charter School Commission
April 3, 2023
Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.
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History Of Tennessee Public Charter Sector
April 3, 2023
Tennessee Public Charter schools are a free, public option available for students and families in Tennessee. These resources provide information about what public charter schools are, an overview of how they differ from district-run schools, and answers to commonly asked questions.
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Tennessee Charter School Quick Facts
April 3, 2023
In 2023, there were 114 charter schools in Tennessee, serving approximately 44,000 students — 5 percent of the state’s total student population. The resources below provide key data regarding the enrollment, demographics, and performance of public charter schools in Tennessee.
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2023 State of Education in Tennessee
December 6, 2022
When it comes to taking big steps to improve outcomes for students, Tennessee leads. For more than a decade, the state has taken bold actions and demonstrated great success in improving education. This has led to students having more opportunities for their future, businesses having a more skilled workforce, and, ultimately, more Tennesseans experiencing economic independence statewide.
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Innovative School Models Planning Guide
August 16, 2022
This planning guide is aligned to the Tennessee Department of Education’s Innovative School Models (ISM) guidance document and addresses each of the application components. It also contains links to national examples and resources to further support your thinking around how you will innovate in your middle and high schools. By reflecting on the questions and considerations in this document, your team should be better prepared to submit a strong application.
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Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, Case Study
August 16, 2022
The Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) started an Early Technical College (ETC) at the Clarksville campus of TCAT-Dickson four years ago. At the time, the TCAT campus was primarily serving adult learners and its facilities were underutilized during a large portion of the day. The ETC provides students with personalized, hands-on learning opportunities that can lead to the attainment of both college credit and a high school diploma, technical and professional skill development, and industry certifications.
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Hamilton County Schools, Case Study
August 16, 2022
In partnership with Chattanooga State Community College, Hamilton County Schools (HCS) began developing a microcollege last school year as part of their effort to ensure equitable learning opportunities for all students. Previously, the district’s equity audits revealed that students’ access to early postsecondary opportunities (EPSOs) varied greatly across high schools.
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