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Emergency Operations Plan & Mass Notification Readiness
Emergency Management · School Safety
High Priority
About this project
The Commission lacks a comprehensive emergency response plan, a Commission-wide mass notification platform, and documented drill records — despite mandates requiring annual EOP submissions, drill logs, and security assessments. Authorized schools are required to maintain emergency-response procedures, creating significant regulatory and student safety risk.
The opportunity
A current state grant pilot directly funds mobile panic alert systems for schools, and a July 2026 budget review signals a near-term decision window. Acting now aligns with FY planning cycles, satisfies compliance mandates, and positions the Commission to protect students and staff with available public funding.
Tennessee School Safety Alert Grant Pilot Fund
Discuss this project →Web Accessibility & ADA Compliance Remediation
ADA Compliance · Digital Equity
High Priority
About this project
A identified gap in ADA accessibility for archived meeting content on public-facing portals creates legal exposure and restricts equitable public access to Commission materials. Without remediation, the organization risks civil rights complaints and fails to meet federal accessibility standards for digital public services.
The opportunity
The upcoming July 2026 budget cycle presents a defined funding window to scope and fund accessibility remediation before exposure escalates. Addressing this now supports equitable public engagement, reduces legal risk, and aligns with federal digital accessibility mandates.
Modernizing Community Engagement for Charter Oversight
Digital Communications · Charter School Oversight
High Priority
About this project
The commission has identified gaps in its digital communications capabilities, limiting effective outreach and transparency across authorized charter schools and the communities they serve. Modernizing stakeholder engagement is a named strategic priority, signaling that current tools and workflows are insufficient for the commission's oversight responsibilities.
The opportunity
A new Director of Finance and Operations and a favorable state budget environment for public education create a near-term window for advancing digital engagement investments ahead of the July 2026 budget review cycle. Acting now aligns with active planning momentum and supports improved public transparency and accountability outcomes.
Modernizing Charter School Application & Review Workflows
Charter School Oversight · IT Modernization
High Priority
About this project
The charter school application and review process currently relies on manual or paper-based workflows, creating bottlenecks in document management, review cycles, and operational transparency. These inefficiencies increase administrative burden and risk delays in timely charter authorization decisions.
The opportunity
A new Director of Finance and Operations and a July 2026 budget review create a near-term window to advance this named strategic initiative. Digitizing this workflow improves accountability, reduces processing time, and aligns with the upcoming fiscal planning cycle for technology investment.