Make Your Voice Heard
Join our statewide network of educators who are student-centered, solutions-oriented, and policy-focused.
TECA leads with authenticity, pursues excellence, and models the tenets of teamwork, trust, and helping others.
Hear Our Stories
Download our Policy Report on how schools and districts can better support educators of color.
Elevate Our Voices
Do your part. Support us in our efforts to elevate the voices of color in classrooms, schools, and districts.
We're in the business of Educators.
We believe in systems that promote equitable outcomes
and excellence in education.
Educators of color need a shared, elevated voice and a stronger presence to help craft these types of strong accountability systems that we know ultimately lead to improved outcomes for students of diverse backgrounds.
To make this happen, we engage and convene educators of color with opportunities to fellowship, develop layers of mentorship,
and explore leadership opportunities.
TECA partners with Western Governors University
October 8, 2024
Dr. Diarese George, Founder and Executive Director of the Tennessee Educators of Color Alliance (TECA) envisions a future where the teaching profession in Tennessee is as diverse as the students they are teaching.
The E3 Awards Dinner 2024 was magnificent
September 21, 2024
TECA members, supporters, donors, and friends enjoyed an evening of honor, recognition, and celebration as part of the second annual E3: Elevating Excellence in Education Awards Dinner. The signature fundraiser aimed to raise $50,000.
Donations are still being accepted.
TECA hosts second annual Day on the Hill
March 12, 2024
TECA members took to the state capitol to tour the historic building, meet legislators, and participate in committee meetings.
Our focus areas:
Leadership
We are committed to ensuring educators of color are exposed to leadership opportunities locally and across the state and nation.
Mentorship
We believe that pre-service and in-service educators of color in Tennessee can benefit from exposure and mentorship from other educators of color. We are committed to bridging this gap.
Fellowship
Educators of color need spaces to convene socially, academically, and professionally. We are committed to ensuring that educators of color in Tennessee stay connected.
Ready to Join Our Network?
Join our statewide network of educators who are student-centered, solutions-oriented, and policy-focused.