Nashville, TN – Professional Educators of Tennessee expresses gratitude to Commissioner Reynolds for her prompt, decisive, and gracious response on behalf of students, educators, and parents across our state, providing the necessary flexibility to districts and schools affected by the recent winter weather.
We commend Commissioner Reynolds for her swift, thoughtful action regarding the potential delay of TCAP testing in light of recent severe weather, reflecting her dedication to advancing education for Tennessee’s children and taxpayers. In her response, the commissioner noted that the Tennessee Department of Education is “actively reviewing options to provide districts with flexibility, including the potential for extending the assessment window, to ensure all students and educators are supported during this time.
“In an era when civility can often seem lacking, Commissioner Reynolds’s leadership on this issue shines as a beacon of collaboration and proactive problem-solving. Her efforts, along with those of her team, are invaluable in addressing the challenges we face in education today, especially when unexpected issues of this nature arise,” according to JC Bowman, executive director of Professional Educators of Tennessee.
Bowman stated, “It’s refreshing to collaborate with state leaders who genuinely prioritize the needs of our students, educators, and parents in our communities. Our organization is optimistic about Tennessee’s potential to lead the nation in transforming public education into lasting opportunities. Together, we can achieve remarkable advancements for the future of education in our great state, especially when we involve our educators and parents in the process.”
To schedule an interview on this or any education issue, contact Patrick Basnett at 615-778-0803 or email Patrick.Basnett@proedtn.org.
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