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How Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ may strip resources for low-income students and those with disabilities
August 20, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
The Trump administration's "One Big Beautiful Bill" will bring changes for Tennessee students from kindergarten to college. Education advocates say...
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Investing in Education is Investing in the Future: Tennessee’s School Funding Transformation
August 8, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
The 2022 overhaul of Tennessee’s funding system not only marked a major step for the state, but also sparked regional...
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A century later, Scopes trial still resonates amid classroom culture clashes in Tennessee
July 17, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
Though a century has passed, advocates say they are carrying on the spirit of the Scopes trial by continuing to...
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2025 TCAP Scores Show Promising Trajectory With Room for Growth
July 9, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
The improvement in TCAP proficiency scores demonstrates a positive trajectory, but we need sustained and increased investment to ensure all...
Official Statement
Withheld Federal Funds Are Harming TN Students
July 8, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
Last week, billions in critical federal education funds — already approved by Congress for Fiscal Year 2025 — were withheld...
Official Statement
EdTrust-Tennessee Responds to TN Attorney General’s Support of Lawsuit Targeting Hispanic-Serving Institutions
June 13, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
This latest legal effort targets federal funding for Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), which play a critical role in expanding access...
Official Statement
Coalition and Alliance Follow-up Letter to TN State Board of Education Educator Advisory Team on English Language Arts Recommendations
June 12, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
Coalition provides follow-up ELA Standards feedback to Tennessee State Board, urging implementation of remaining recommendations.
Official Statement
Tennessee Vouchers: Important Things Students and Families Need To Know Before Applying for a TN Education Freedom Scholarship (EFS
May 14, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
Before signing up, students and families deserve to know the real cost of vouchers and what’s at stake. Once public...
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Empower Every Student: A Call to Tennessee Education Leaders to Protect and Affirm Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
May 13, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
Collective advocacy focused on censorship is critical, as Tennessee has passed the highest number of restrictions in the country that...
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