Inform State-Level Education Policy
Statewide education policies affect thousands of students, families, and communities and have a critical and far-reaching impact on educational equity and justice. That’s why legislative advocacy is a core function of our work at EdTrust-Tennessee. We’re actively engaged in executing multi-faceted advocacy strategies — from helping families and communities reach out to their elected officials to working in concert with state-level education leaders on developing community-informed policies that have the greatest impact on expanding educational equity and opportunities.
Education Policy & Governance in Tennessee
Our EdTrust-Tennessee team stays up to date on the latest and greatest in education policy and then identifies #5Things education advocates should be aware of. #5Things covers content and actions from important policymaking bodies, including the Tennessee State Board of Education, Department of Education, Higher Education Commission, Board of Regents, General Assembly, and more.
Ten for Tennessee
Every legislative session, Tennessee lawmakers offer new ideas or proposed changes to programs and policies. Ten for Tennessee recognizes and celebrates the top ten policy proposals in 2024 that best advance educational equity and justice in the state.
Advocacy Tools
