Tennessee State Board of Education

Today, State Board members Cathy Kolb and Dr. Ina Maxwell celebrated with local and State officials at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Tennessee College Of Applied Tech Nashville campus in Portland, TN. We're excited to see this $47 million investment in the future of technical education that will strengthen the ability to provide high-quality, workforce-focused training and support the continued growth of industry across Sumner County and Middle Tennessee!

Pictured Left to Right: Nathan James, Cathy Kolb, Dr. Ina Maxwell, TBR Chancellor Flora Tidings, and TCAT Portland President Nathan Garrett

On this Memorial Day, the department pauses to honor the brave who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage and dedication embody the values we strive to uphold in our schools and communities across Tennessee.

We encourage all Tennesseans to reflect on the legacy of those who served and to recognize the families who carry their memory forward.

This week at our quarterly meeting, Chairman Eby had the honor of welcoming Kelly G Rollins to his very first meeting since his appointment and presented him with the official State Board member pin. We're glad to have you, Kelly!

Congratulations to Chairman Eby on being honored with the 2026 Anderson County Good Scout Award!

This award is presented to individuals who have made a lasting impact in their communities and exemplify the ideals of Scouting America through leadership, service, and dedication to others. Chairman Eby's commitment to education, community engagement, and serving Tennessee students continues to make a meaningful impact across the state. We're proud to celebrate this well-deserved honor!

Great Smoky Mountain Council, Scouting America
Scouting America

Tennessee is leading the nation in Academic Recovery! 📚🎉

According to the New Education Recovery Scorecard Report, Tennessee ranks:
⭐ 2nd in Math
⭐ 4th in Reading

Tennessee students are among the top performers in the nation, showing what’s possible through strong leadership, dedicated educators, and student-focused support.

Read more: https://www.tn.gov/education/news/2026/5/13/tennessee-recognized-as-national-leader-in-academic-recovery-in-new-education-scorecard-report-.html

Exciting opportunity! We're seeking a Research and Policy Intern for Summer 2026. You can find all the details, including qualifications and the application process, on our website: https://www.tn.gov/sbe/about-us/career-opportunities.html

Dr. Ina Maxwell attended the Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee Draft Day event, where high school students can connect with high-demand, high-wage career opportunities in the skilled trades. Some students have the opportunity to interview on-site and walk away with job offers!

Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry

The State Board of Education will convene Monday, May 18, and Tuesday, May 19, 2026, for its May quarterly meeting and workshop. Additional information, livestream links, and agenda items are available on our website: https://bit.ly/4th1wOQ

Happy National Teacher Appreciation Week! We thank our Tennessee teachers for their endless commitment to serving kids all across the state.

📢 The deadline to share feedback on Tennessee's current K-12 Math standards is approaching.

The public feedback survey closes tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. CDT. Don't miss your opportunity to weigh in on math education in Tennessee!

Take the survey: https://workflow.scantron.com/webentry/tnsbe-standards-review