Tennessee State Board of Education
Dr. Gary L. Nixon, Executive Director

For Educators and Administrators

Master Plan
Policy Goals to Improve Education in Tennessee
Board Meeting Agendas
Archive of Board Meetings
Meetings & News
Blog of weekly activities and meetings
Frequently Asked Questions
PreK - 12 Frequently Asked Questions
Rules and Regulations
Rules and regulations approved by the Secretary of State
Policies, Standards & Guidelines
Approved policies, standards, and guidelines
Licensure Standards
Standards for the licensing of teachers and other educators
Denial, Suspension, and Revocation
The Board has authority over the issuance, denial, suspension, and revocation of teacher and administrator license for preK-12 education.
Leadership Redesign
Tennessee's Learning Centered Leadership System
Basic Education Program (BEP) -State Funding Formula for Education
Overview of the Basic Education Program funding formula for education
Board Members
List of Board Members and Congressional Districts
Executive Director
Biography of Executive Director, State Board of Education
Staff Directory
Contact Information for Staff