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Tennessee ranks no. 21 in 2024 Parent Power index, empowering families in education choices

In the Center for Education Reform's 2024 Parent Power Index, Tennessee secured the twenty-first position, with an Overall Parent Power Index Score of 71.6%.

By Volunteer State News | Jun 3, 2024

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Steve Cortes on sinking math and reading scores: 'A generation totally unprepared for productive lives'

By Volunteer State News Report | Jun 26, 2023

The results of the nation’s report card, a federal test that measures the math and reading abilities of the country’s 13-year-olds, were released Wednesday, falling to their lowest levels in decades, according to a report by ABC News.

Analysis: Tennessee among the 11 states with education savings accounts

By Volunteer State News Report | Apr 28, 2023

As Florida becomes the latest state to create an education savings account (ESA) program, an analysis by the Volunteer State News shows that Tennessee is one of 11 states that has such a program.

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Freshmen Duo Leads Lady Vols Through Round One of Clemson Invitational

Tennessee's women's golf team completed its first round of the Clemson Invitational on Friday at The Reserve at Lake Keowee, with freshman duo Angela Arora and Manassanan Chotikabhukkana leading the Lady Vols at even par

Middle Tennessee State University "We've got a lot to prove this year” - Wide Receivers embracing the opportunity of turnover

MTSU is replacing 82 percent of their receiving production this offseason

Tennessee Tech University Golden Eagles Turn in Numerous PRs in Outdoor Season Opener at Lee Invitational

It was a successful opening day of the 2023 campaign for the Tennessee Tech outdoor track & field program Saturday, as the Golden Eagles turned in a number of personal records to kick off its newest season

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Beach Volleyball Sweeps Home-Opening OVC Doubleheader, Defeats Both Lindenwood & Morehead State 4-1

The Chattanooga Mocs beach volleyball team picked up a pair of conference wins on the opening day at the “OVC Weekend at Chattanooga” event

Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders Strike Early, Often in Win at Tennessee Tech

Middle Tennessee was on the road for the first time in over a month, but they felt right at home Tuesday night as they scored early and cruised to a 13-5 win at Tennessee Tech

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Women's Tennis Falls 5-2 to Samford in SoCon Home Opener

The Chattanooga Mocs women's tennis team dropped a hard-fought 5-2 decision to Samford on Friday

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Vols’ Season Comes to a Close in the Sweet Sixteen

Tennessee's season came to a close Thursday in Madison Square Garden, as the Vols fell to Florida Atlantic in the Sweet Sixteen, 62-55

Tennessee Tech University Purple and Gold Grows on Final Day of OVC Opening Weekend

A pair of losses underscored a solid day of work for the Tennessee Tech beach volleyball team Saturday, as the Golden Eagles showed more growth and positives on their second day of Ohio Valley Conference action in Chattanooga

Tennessee Tech University Davidson Walks Off Golden Eagles in Second Straight Contest to Close Weekend Series

By Volunteer State News Report | Mar 31, 2023

For the second day in a row, the Tennessee Tech baseball team suffered a heart-wrenching loss at Davidson, falling to the Wildcats Sunday afternoon at Wilson Field, 6-5, behind another walk-off hit by the home squad

Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders Take Both Games at LA Tech to Improve to 4-1 in Conference Play

By Volunteer State News Report | Mar 31, 2023

Middle Tennessee softball swept the doubleheader on Saturday at Louisiana Tech, 5-2 and 2-1, to move the Blue Raiders' record in league play to 4-1 on the year

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Men’s Tennis Posts First Victory Over ETSU Since 2001 After 4-3 Win on Friday

By Volunteer State News Report | Mar 31, 2023

The Chattanooga Mocs men’s tennis team snapped a 14-match skid to its in-state rival with a huge SoCon win

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Talented Quarterback Room Ready To Lead As Vols Put Pads On

By Volunteer State News reports | Mar 31, 2023

The past two seasons have seen Tennessee football boast the most accurate and productive quarterback room in the country, and the Volunteers are seeking to continue that momentum in 2023

Walters State Community College No. 12 Walters State finishes in fifth place at Bobby Nichols Intercollegiate

By Volunteer State News reports | Mar 23, 2023

No. 12 Walters State took fifth place in the Bobby Nichols Intercollegiate, shooting a 305 in the final round on Tuesday

Walters State Community College Senators sit in a tie for Third Place at Bobby Nichols Intercollegiate

By Volunteer State News reports | Mar 23, 2023

No. 12 Walters State is in a tie for third place following the second round of the Bobby Nichols Intercollegiate on Monday afternoon at Sevierville Golf Club

Lincoln Memorial University EVEP Accepting Dual Enrollment Credits

By Volunteer State News reports | Mar 23, 2023

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) Equine Veterinary Education Program (EVEP) leadership has approved an amendment allowing Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment credits to count toward LMU degree requirements