1. What is your role in Tennessee Succeeds?
Workforce Development Summit
Dr. Candice McQueen
Commissioner of Education

2. Our State is Showing Historic Success
We have incredible economic strength
Education is a reason why
Record low unemployment rate
#1 in small business job growth 
Our state is showing historic success, and we believe education is the reason why

3. Tennessee’s Progress Literally Stands Out

5. Our Graduation Rate is on the Rise – Even with Higher Expectations

6. We’ve Closed the Gap Between NAEP & TNReady

7. We’ve Moved from an “F” to an “A”

8. Our Policy Foundation Makes This Possible

9. Over Three Years Ago We Articulated Our Vision
Districts and schools in Tennessee will exemplify excellence and equity such that all students are equipped with the knowledge and skills to successfully embark upon their chosen path in life.

10. We’ve Made Progress Toward Our Goals

11. Overview of 2017 Tennessee Results
We still are working toward being in the top 25 of all states, and we’re proud of the progress we’ve shown since the 2007 call to action and from when Gov. Haslam came into office in 2011.
But we recognize that we still have room to grow and ground to gain.
2017 ranking: 34th
2015 ranking: 25th
2011 ranking: 46th
2007 ranking: 43rd
Grade 4 math
2015 ranking: 36th
2011 ranking: 41st
2007 ranking: 39th
Grade 4 reading
2017 ranking: 35th
2015 ranking: 37th
2011 ranking: 45th
2007 ranking: 41st
Grade 8 math
2017 ranking: 38th
2015 ranking: 30th
2011 ranking: 41st
2007 ranking: 35th
Grade 8 reading

13. 2018 TNReady Scores Show Mixed Results, Encouraging Areas of Progress
TNReady results vary statewide, but there are encouraging trends – including strong growth in English language arts for elementary grades and increases in high school math.
Students in historically disadvantaged student groups also showed notable progress. Gaps narrowed in multiple areas, and students in Priority schools often grew faster than their non-Priority peers.

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17. Tennessee achieves all-time high average ACT score:
High School & the Bridge to Postsecondary
About 75% of the class of 2018 took the free ACT retake, with 2,333 seniors raising their composite to above a 21.
Schools are implementing new counseling standards that incorporate academics, social and personal development, and college and career readiness.  
A new high of 43% of high school graduates of the class of 2017 attempted an early postsecondary opportunity in high school.
63% of the high school graduating class of 2016 seamlessly enrolled in a postsecondary education institution – and more students in Tennessee are enrolled than ever.
Launched Tennessee Pathways and made a $2 million investment in regional coordinators that connect K-12, higher ed, and industry needs.
Tennessee achieves all-time high average ACT score:
20.2

18. Statewide investments & support
In the first phase, we will define and recognize certificated TN Pathways: high school programs of study that lead to local aligned postsecondary programs, credentials, and employment opportunities. Once a district has a certified Pathway, the district may earn the TN Pathways designation by aligning programs and opportunities across K-12 that lead to greater access and success in Pathways. Regional coordinators will build district capacity to create the necessary goals, plans, and partnerships to implement the framework.

19. How does it work?
Tennessee Pathways is structured around three key elements:
High-quality college and career advisement K-12;
Rigorous early postsecondary and work-based learning opportunities in high school; and
Seamless vertical alignment between K-12, postsecondary programs, and career opportunities as a result of effective partnerships between school districts, higher education institutions, employers, and community organizations.

20. We are Moving Forward on Our Vision for What All Students Deserve1
To be reading on grade level by the end of third grade 2
To have an effective teacher – supported by an effective principal – every year 3
To be set up for success on a path to a career

21. State of Education