Beacon Impact

Protect Learning Pods from Unnecessary and Burdensome State Regulations

Protect Learning Pods from Unnecessary and Burdensome State Regulations

Families know their children learn best when they are in the right learning environment for their unique needs and learning styles. For many families across Tennessee, learning pods are the best choice for their students. With learning pods, small groups of students learn together outside traditional school settings. Families find these learning environments enhance educational and […]

“Let the Kids Play” with Student Athlete Transfer Freedom

“Let the Kids Play” with Student Athlete Transfer Freedom

Students thrive when they enroll in the educational opportunities that are the best fit for them. However, high school students who change schools in Tennessee can be forced to forfeit a year of their athletic playing time. That means they must sit out one-fourth of their eligible playing time, regardless of why they change schools. […]

Give Students More Options with More Charter Schools in Tennessee!

Give Students More Options with More Charter Schools in Tennessee!

Students excel when they are free to enroll in schools that best meet their individual needs. Tennessee’s public charter schools are showing high academic growth, and many families are choosing them to help their students flourish. While demand for charter schools is growing, the number of enrollment opportunities is limited due to the lengthy and […]

Expanding School Choice in Tennessee

Expanding School Choice in Tennessee

This year, legislators are considering a proposal to give parents across Tennessee options when it comes to educating their children.  Education Freedom Scholarships would provide around $7,000 for a student to attend a school of their choice as well as pay for other approved educational expenses, like tutoring, therapies, and textbooks. Such educational choice programs […]