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Communications & Events

Stay informed on the latest news and events about education equity in Tennessee. Join us at an upcoming event to learn about strategies that advance education equity for Tennessee students, alongside other advocates. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, Palladium, and our legislative newsletter which provides weekly updates while the Tennessee General Assembly is in session. As part of our newsletter list, you’ll also receive special alerts featuring any resources or tools we release.

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Upcoming Events

Chattanooga Regional Roundtable

November 18 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST

Join EdTrust-Tennessee on Tuesday, November 18 from 5pm - 7pm for our Chattanooga Regional Roundtable – co-sponsored by local and state organizations in the Tennessee Alliance for Equity in Education. As sweeping federal changes reshape the education [...]

Nashville Regional Roundtable

November 20 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CST

Join EdTrust-Tennessee on Thursday, November 20 for our Nashville Regional Roundtable – co-sponsored by local and state organizations in the Tennessee Alliance for Equity in Education.

Memphis Regional Roundtable

December 2 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm CST

Join EdTrust-Tennessee on Tuesday, December 2 from 5pm - 7pm CT at the National Civil Rights Museum for our Memphis Regional Roundtable – co-sponsored by local and state organizations in [...]

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Official Statement
National Guard Deployment Creates Fear, Disrupting Learning for Memphis Students
September 29, 2025 by EdTrust-Tennessee
We are deeply concerned about the National Guard deployment in Memphis. Community safety comes from strong schools, wrap-around services, and...
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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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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...
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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...
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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...

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