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Education Accountability and Policy: Lizzette Reynolds' Journey in Tennessee
Manage episode 442091775 series 3421570
In this episode of Swimming Upstream, host Tom Luna speaks with Lizzette Reynolds, Commissioner of Education in Tennessee. The discussion centers around the state's efforts to retain local talent and prevent companies from needing to recruit out of state. Lizzette highlights the importance of creating strong pipelines for local employment to ensure Tennessee's economic success.
Lizzette also shares her excitement about the ongoing educational reforms in Tennessee, emphasizing the long-term impact that will be seen in the next 20 years. The episode wraps up on a lighter note as Lizzette reveals a fun fact about Tennessee: the famous Moon Pie was founded in Chattanooga, adding a bit of local flavor to the conversation.
Listeners are left with a strong sense of Lizzette's passion for her work and a glimpse into Tennessee's efforts to build a brighter future for its students and workforce.
Key Moments
00:00 Inspired to work for Governor Bill Lee.
05:10 Governor Lee focuses on long-term educational impact.
07:51 The Achievement indicator had been student proficiency.
12:03 The Team worked hard, ensuring schools' performance data.
15:16 Improving literacy and math: Adjusting policies needed.
17:53 Refocus education on academics for student success.
21:11 Tennessee invested $500M in career technical education.
Connect with Lizzette Reynolds
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzetteg
Website: https://www.tn.gov/education/
28 Episoden
Manage episode 442091775 series 3421570
In this episode of Swimming Upstream, host Tom Luna speaks with Lizzette Reynolds, Commissioner of Education in Tennessee. The discussion centers around the state's efforts to retain local talent and prevent companies from needing to recruit out of state. Lizzette highlights the importance of creating strong pipelines for local employment to ensure Tennessee's economic success.
Lizzette also shares her excitement about the ongoing educational reforms in Tennessee, emphasizing the long-term impact that will be seen in the next 20 years. The episode wraps up on a lighter note as Lizzette reveals a fun fact about Tennessee: the famous Moon Pie was founded in Chattanooga, adding a bit of local flavor to the conversation.
Listeners are left with a strong sense of Lizzette's passion for her work and a glimpse into Tennessee's efforts to build a brighter future for its students and workforce.
Key Moments
00:00 Inspired to work for Governor Bill Lee.
05:10 Governor Lee focuses on long-term educational impact.
07:51 The Achievement indicator had been student proficiency.
12:03 The Team worked hard, ensuring schools' performance data.
15:16 Improving literacy and math: Adjusting policies needed.
17:53 Refocus education on academics for student success.
21:11 Tennessee invested $500M in career technical education.
Connect with Lizzette Reynolds
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzetteg
Website: https://www.tn.gov/education/
28 Episoden
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