Tennessee STEM Innovation Network

The Tennessee STEM Innovation Network (TSIN) is a public–private partnership between Battelle and the Tennessee Department of Education. TSIN collaborates with schools, regional hubs, industry partners, and supporting organizations to advance high-quality, career-connected STEM education.

educators and leaders in
counties in Tennessee impacted
students in 2025

How the network grows Tennessee’s workforce

  • Honors schools through the Tennessee STEM School Designation process for preparing students for future success
  • Provides professional development and peer-to-peer mentoring for educators and leaders
  • Hosts the Tennessee STEM Innovation Summit to share best practices, showcase STEM excellence, and connect Tennessee’s STEM ecosystem
  • Encourages collaboration among educators, industry, higher education, and support networks, and partners schools with industry and community organizations

Flagship programs

Tennessee STEM School Designation:

A comprehensive, rubric-based process with coaching and review recognizes schools that meet Tennessee’s exemplary STEM/STEAM standards, preparing all students for postsecondary and career success.

Tennessee STEM Innovation Summit:

An annual statewide convening where educators, leaders, and partners share effective practices and explore emerging STEM fields.

Regional STEM Networks & Educator Supports

Peer to peer mentoring, site visits, and targeted professional development that help schools integrate inquiry driven instruction, project-based learning, and industry partnerships.

Advancing Computer Science Education In Tennessee

Insights and Strategic Directions

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Case Studies

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    Vanderbilt Study

    A two-year longitudinal study by Vanderbilt University’s Collaborative for STEM Education and Outreach examined the impact of Battelle Education’s professional
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Our Partners

Ready to boost STEM in your school?

Explore TSIN resources, connect with your regional network and participate in programming today! Visit tsin.org today.

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