Assistant Commissioner of CCTE at the Tennessee Department of Education. Opinions are my own.

Nashville, Tennessee USA
Joined February 2013
Today, the Tennessee Department of Education and @theTSIN announced 27 schools have received the Tennessee STEM/STEAM School Designation for 2022. Read more here: tn.gov/education/news/2022/5…
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We released the 2020-21 CCTE Overview, which highlights TN’s strategic initiatives designed to increase post-secondary opps for TN students & align K-12 ed w/ workforce & higher ed needs to prepare students for the future. Read: tn.gov/education/news/2021/1…
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Manufacturing Day 2021 may be over, but we're celebrating all month! Learn about Inventory Controllers w/ this amazing video from our partners @WorkBay & featured on Elevate TN. Explore Elevate TN from our website for more! #TNSTEM View the video here: bit.ly/3Fa9ly4
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Deborah Knoll retweeted
Preparation & planning are key for our community’s growth. This year @HMSTomcats & @haywoodhigh joined @TNedu in a middle school career exploration partnership. Plan the work; work the plan. @HaywoodSchools offer multiple CTE pathways aligned to #workforceneeds.
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This kind of investment changes lives. Well done to all involved! I am so excited for the opportunities it will create for West Tennessee students and look forward to working with area districts to help build future workforce pipelines.
We are excited to announce that @Ford & SK Innovation will invest $5.6 billion to build a 3,600-acre campus on the Memphis Regional Megasite — creating 5,800 new jobs. This is the largest project in Ford's history, & this historic investment will be transformational for West TN.
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We hope you can join us for an informative and exploratory webinar Sept. 23, 2021 from 3:30-4:30pm CDT to explore the 2 new Career Exploration & Advising platforms being offer to TN Ss grades 6-12 at no charge. We can't wait to demonstrate these platforms with you! #TNSTEM #TNFWI
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Mark your calendars! There will be a webinar Sept. 23, 2021 from 3:30-4:30pm CDT to explore the 2 new Career Exploration & Advising platforms being offer to TN Ss grades 6-12 at no charge. We can't wait to demonstrate these platforms with you! #TNSTEM #TNFWI
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We are thrilled to kick off the TN Rural STEM Collaborative with the 2021-22 Cohort! These dedicated educators are making a difference in their communities and for their students! #TNSTEM #STEMpossibile #placebaseded
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Day 2 of the TN Rural Collaborative is well underway with an Intro to PBL & a PBL Deep Dive! Educators get the development that is right for them & their schools. #TNSTEM #STEMpossible #placebaseded
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STEM & STE(A)M Designated schools utilize a continual growth model to support academic growth as well as cultural growth. Learn more about Designation & what this continual growth model can do for your school on our website. #TNSTEM #STEM tsin.org/stem-school-designa…
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As classes begin this fall, @GovBillLee’s Future Workforce Initiative will help prepare students for in-demand, 21st century career fields. Two new platforms work to expand #STEM career exploration across the state! Read more about them on our blog: bit.ly/3sN2SU7
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Career Exploration & Advising at the tip of your fingers! We are proud to announce 2 resources for Ts and Ss. Visit the TSIN website to explore these platforms. #TNSTEM @DefinedLearning @Workbay
In partnership w/ @theTSIN, districts, educators, & students have free access to expanded career exploration & advising curriculum through 2 new online platforms. Read more on the career pathways-aligned resources now available to middle & HS students: tn.gov/education/news/2021/8…
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#STEM is more than an acronym; it’s a culture of inquiry, productive struggle, & authentic learning. STEM & STE(A)M School Designation recognizes schools that are exemplars of this work. Learn more on our website. #TNSTEM tsin.org/stem-school-designa…
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Don't delay, apply today! Join the statewide network of building leaders bringing STEM habits to all learners through intentional school #Design. The Innovative Leaders Institute challenges mindsets & focuses on real applications. Approved: 30 hrs TASL credit. #TNILI
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#STEM education promotes agency, equity, and community through #PlaceBasedLearning approaches. Connecting young learners to their communities is vital! #TRSC #STEMPossible #TNSTEM tsin.org
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What an inspiring moment as @SpaceForceCSO engaged with our STEM Executive Council to discuss the human capital needs & future work for the @SpaceForceDoD. Takeaway = #STEM skills benefit all learners, regardless of postsecondary pathway. @TNedu @TNECD tsin.org/united-states-space…
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STREAM Mini-Camp Resources Are Here! Share the wonder of STREAM learning in an interactive summer camp environment that encourages students to explore at their own pace & inspires unbounded creativity. Read more about it on our blog! bit.ly/3uKPAHM
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We are excited to announce 21 school districts have been awarded grants for the new Innovative High School Models program. This $30M investment encourages innovative community partnerships to reimagine how to prepare students for success after HS. tn.gov/education/news/2021/5…
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In partnership w/ @theTSIN, we are excited to announce 13 schools have received the TN STEM School Designation for 2021. This honor recognizes schools for preparing students for postsecondary & future career success by integrating STEM &/or STEAM learning. tn.gov/education/news/2021/5…
.@TNedu Innovative High Schools: Wayne County Schools will transform Bevis Educational Center into a forestry training center. Students will split their day between half traditional and post-secondary courses and half work-based learning.
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