Deborah Knoll

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

[TN Dept of Education @TNedu]

Today, the Tennessee Department of Education and @theTSIN announced 27 schools have received the Tennessee STEM/STEAM School Designation for 2022. Read more here: https://t.co/VGfEcp9Kkd

[TN Dept of Education @TNedu]

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: https://t.co/MEIK3Zua13

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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: https://t.co/iAI168FLMh

[Joey Hassell @hassell_joey]

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.

[Penny Schwinn @SchwinnTeach]

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.

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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

https://t.co/C0MA0qtsyS

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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: https://t.co/pk6aPho7B1

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

#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

https://t.co/C0MA0qtsyS

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

#STEM education promotes agency, equity, and community through #PlaceBasedLearning approaches. Connecting young learners to their communities is vital!
#TRSC #STEMPossible #TNSTEM
https://t.co/ih3TLVPnxf

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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 https://t.co/8nVIlozUWk

[Tennessee STEM Innovation Network @theTSIN]

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!
https://t.co/IwMSekZJUz

[TN Dept of Education @TNedu]

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. https://t.co/8azruSlVlo

[TN Dept of Education @TNedu]

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. https://t.co/ASm9G2M2v7

[Penny Schwinn @SchwinnTeach]

.@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.