TECA amplifies the voice, presence, & support for TN educators of color while remaining student-centered & solutions oriented. A retweet is not an endorsement.
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Jun 12
Introducing Dr. Madalyn Adams! Kudos to Middle TN educator Madalyn Adams for earning a doctorate of education from Carson-Newman University.
Dissertation: "The Impact of Ethical Educational Leadership on Classroom Instruction"
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Jun 9
From new positions to career pivots, TECA is here to connect educators with their next opportunity. If your school, company, or organization is hiring, share the details with TECA!
📧 communications@tneca.org
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Jun 6
Martavis Williams, a 7th grade ELA Teacher w/ Jackson-Madison County Schools, was nominated for the Froggy 104 Top Teacher Competition. Sponsored by local radio stations, the competition is fueled by public voting, which named him the West TN Top Teacher for middle school.
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Jun 3
Celeste Riley had an amazing 2025-2026 school year! The Memphis-Shelby County Schools educator was selected as Teacher of the Year, earned two certifications, and will complete her National Aspiring Principals Fellowship.
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May 30
Today is the last day to submit your 2026-2027 TECA Charter Fellowship app! This opportunity is designed to equip charter school educators w/ tools to advocate, build community, and foster sustainable career growth.
🔗 tneca.org/charter
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May 29
This week's VOICES newsletter included a message from our new executive director, Dr. Lequite Manning. She shared reflections from her first week, reminded members of their importance, and wished everyone a safe & refreshing summer break.
📨 Check your inbox for her statement!
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May 28
Are you hiring? TECA invites you to share your open positions!
• Coaches
• Teachers
• Support Staff
• Administrators
✨ Email us the details to be included in our VOICES newsletter.
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May 24
The 2026-207 TECA Charter Fellowship is waiting on you! Participants will engage in a school year-long curriculum grounded in advocacy, policy, and leadership development, while building community to increase educator retention.
✔️ Apply at tneca.org/events by May 30
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May 22
Introducing, Dr. Daven Oglesby! The inaugural 2020 TECA Fellowship cohort graduate shared, "I am so appreciative of all the work TECA has done for education and for educators of color as well. Thanks for all you have done for me in elevating my career and my voice!"
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May 20
Are you looking for a new opportunity in education? Check out the weekly VOICES Newsletter for your next role. We also share details about grants, discounts, fellowships, and scholarships for educators.
📧 Subscribe at tneca.org
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May 18
Our professional development catalog has 20 webinar recordings for you to watch and earn professional development credit. Catch up or rewatch a session in Mighty Network.
🔗 tneca.org/events
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May 16
We're accepting apps for the 2026-2027 TECA Fellowship Charter Cohort! This program supports charter school educators in connecting the dots and bridging the gaps between the classroom, education policy, and advocacy.
🔗 Apply by Sat., May 30 at tneca.org/events
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May 14
🎉 Introducing TECA Executive Director Lequite Manning, Ed.D.! She is a veteran educator w/ 25 years of education experience transforming educator preparation, instructional leadership, and system-level change across K-12 & higher ed.
🔗 tneca.org/news
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May 13
Last call and final reminder for the final TECA PD of 2025-2026. Join Destine Lacen at 4:30 pm CT for "How to Build Student Resilience and Engagement." The session is exclusively available to our Mighty Network members.
🔗 tneca.org/events
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May 9
Join us on Wed., May 13, at 4:30 pm for "How to Build Student Resilience and Engagement" with Destine Lacen. The session will guide educators in recognizing student barriers, implementing solutions, & charting progress.
🔗 tneca.org/events
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May 7
Party with TECA and our Memphis education partners at the Educator Appreciation Party!
🗓️ Saturday, May 9 at 7 pm
📍 Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Rd
🎟️ Tickets are $10 and will benefit the Future Teachers Scholarship Fund.
🔗 tneca.org/events
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May 5
It's Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Are you hosting an event, creative project, or spotlighting a student or staff member who is AAPI? Let us know!
📧 Email photos and details to communications@tneca.org.
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Apr 24
Stay in the know and connected with TECA by subscribing to our emails. The VOICES newsletter is your one stop shop for news, events, educator opportunities, and more.
✅ tneca.org
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Apr 22
TECA honors the contributions of Arab Americans to Tennessee educational spaces and communities. We encourage educators to recognize their colleagues, students, and families of Arab descent in meaningful ways throughout the month.
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Apr 20
Are you struggling to cultivate productive parent-teacher communication? Don't miss the next TECA PD w/ Dr. Belinda Davis, "From Conversation to Collaboration: Conducting Effective Parent Conferences."
🗓️ Weds., April 29, at 4:30 pm CT
🔗 Register at tneca.org/events
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