THEC’s Executive Director, Dr. Steven Gentile, and Chief Access & Outreach Officer, Brett Gipson, joined us recently at Debra Johnson Rehabilitation Center's graduation. Congratulations to all our justice-impacted individuals across the state on their remarkable achievements!

Meet our East Tennessee Navigators team! Say hello to Lakita, Jessica, Rhonda, Whitney, Lori, Carol, and Jovanni. From Knoxville to Chattanooga, they're here to support adults every step of the way and are passionate about carrying through the mission of TN Reconnect.

Thank you to Northwest Correctional Complex for hosting Commissioner Whitney Allmon and Dr. Steven Gentile! Our Re-Entry team, Miranda Miller and Cheryl Price, joined them to see the educational programs firsthand. A testament to our dedication to transformative education.

Join us for a training opportunity to become a TN Reconnect Ambassador! Learn to empower adults in your community to pursue their college dreams. Spread the word and invite your colleagues to join! Register now for one of three virtual sessions: ow.ly/2RGk50R8t41

Congratulations to all the winners of the SOAR Awards! Special shoutout to Northeast State for being named Community College of the Year and TCAT-Northwest for taking home Technical College of the Year. Partnering with institutions like yours helps adult learners see success.

This week, we participated in the Re-Entry simulation, in partnership with TN Dept of Labor & Workforce and Tennessee Office of Reentry (TOOR). Participants experienced the challenges faced by adults reentering society after incarceration. Together, we're committed to creating a more supportive environment. #reentry

Tennessee Reconnect is deeply honored to have been a part of Michelle's incredible journey. Her resilience and determination serve as a beacon of hope for us all.
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'I thought all hope of returning was lost, as I needed to take care of my family responsibilities first. TN Reconnect took almost all the financial strain out of my return to school.'

We appreciate Sandra Timberlake, our TN Reconnect Navigator, for her role in guiding adult learners towards success in collaboration with Nashville State and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. Nashville State Community College Nashville Chamber
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Re-Entry Navigator Robert was out in full force at the BCCX Resource Fair last week, establishing connections and sharing valuable resources for justice-involved individuals. BCCX offers a range of post-secondary opportunities, and we're proud to be a partner! Dept of Correction

Reminder: The 2024-2025 FAFSA will open in December, not Oct. 1 like in previous years! Stay tuned for the December launch date of the 2024–25 FAFSA® form! We will continue to share updates as they become available.

Our THEC staff is celebrating #WhyApply Day! #TNCollegeAppMonth

Our THEC staff encourages all students to apply to college! #WhyApply #TNCollegeAppMonth

Shoutout to our Re-Entry Navigators, for representing us at the Knoxville Day Reporting Center's Higher Education Fair today! The team was on-site to share Tennessee Reconnect resources with adults eager for a fresh start and brighter future! Dept of Correction

Inspiring Success Story! Thanks to state grants, this mother and daughter duo are breaking barriers and pursuing higher education together. Read their heartwarming journey to college in this uplifting article.

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Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? We're excited to announce that we have open positions across Tennessee to join our Navigate Reconnect team!

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Our team had an incredible opportunity to speak at the 2023 Adult Education Summer Academy Conference! We were able to share about Tennessee Reconnect, Navigate Reconnect, and Re-Entry services to empower those that work with adult learners on their educational journeys.

Empowering Change!🤝 Our East TN team
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Resource Center's fair, making a difference in
post-incarceration success by connecting individuals to valuable postsecondary opportunities! Dept of Correction

Did you hear a familiar voice on the radio this weekend? Our Executive Director, Dr. Smith, was featured on the iHeartRadio Tennessee Matters podcast! Listen now at ihr.fm/43GxMxY! Thank you to the host, John Clark, and iHeart team for a warm welcome at their studio!

Fall semester is approaching! Did you know adults have access to personalized assistance and guidance from a Reconnect Navigator? Navigators are a single point of contact that can help you navigate the path to college. Connect with a Navigator today at: tnreconnect.gov