One of the keys to student success is a great school. The key to a great school is a great principal.
Chattanooga 2.0 has recognized the importance of empowering school leaders in our district since it was outlined as a priority area in our initial…
Have you ever had one of those moments where you wish someone would have told you something earlier on in life? Maybe if you would have had a guide or a mentor, you would have known and made a more educated decision.
Many are fortunate…
As technology and the demands of our community’s workforce continue to evolve, our education systems must keep up to ensure students are prepared to reach their highest potential when they leave the classroom.
Chattanooga and Hamilton County are transforming into major innovation hubs and we are proud…
With education on the forefront of conversations in our community, it is now more urgent than ever that we send passionate teachers into the classroom with the knowledge, resources, and drive to lead our schools through this transformation.
As Director of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga…
I firmly believe that Chattanooga 2.0 is the single most critical movement happening in Chattanooga, and will be for the next 20 years. Nothing is more important to our local future than making Chattanooga the smartest city in the South.
Why? I have been in Chattanooga all…
This summer, Chattanooga has seen an abundance of local families and out-of-town visitors exploring our beautiful city. Not surprising, the Chattanooga Zoo is always a favorite attraction for many. And while I could talk about our beloved animals and amazing summer programs, I instead would like…
On July 31st, we held our second all-coalition event at UTC to reflect on the past year’s accomplishments and take a critical look at the work left to be done. Three sets of panelists at the celebration shared perspectives from a regional, state, and national context…
“Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.”
Richard Steel’s words from 1710 resonate now as the knowledge from reading impacts everything in life.
Our children’s success in school and subsequently in the workforce, stems from an ability to read. Reading prepares our children for…