Commission Approves 2026 Meeting Dates and PowerSchool Procurement in Nashville

The Tennessee Public Charter School Commission has set important meeting dates for the remainder of 2025 and approved the schedule for 2026 during its recent meeting on August 1, 2025. The commission will hold a virtual meeting on August 27 to address appeals from Metro Nashville Charter Schools. Additionally, the final quarterly meeting of 2025 will take place in October, also in a virtual format, allowing the commission to focus primarily on new start appeals.

The commission's 2026 meeting dates were approved based on statutory requirements and feedback from commissioners to ensure sufficient attendance. The scheduled dates for 2026 are January 22-23, April 16-17, July 23-24, and October, with specific details to be finalized later.

In a significant decision, the commission also approved the procurement of PowerSchool, a move expected to enhance the operational capabilities of charter schools in Tennessee. This decision reflects the commission's ongoing commitment to improving educational resources and support for charter schools across the state.

As the commission prepares for these upcoming meetings, stakeholders can anticipate focused discussions on charter school appeals and the implementation of new educational tools. The approval of the meeting dates and procurement signifies a proactive approach to addressing the needs of Tennessee's charter school community.