GOVERNOR'S SCHOOLS

The deadline is rapidly approaching for students who would like to attend any of the state’s 12 Governor’s Schools.  November 1 is the deadline to submit applications for the Governor’s School for the Arts, and November 30 is the deadline for all other Governor’s Schools. 

Tennessee’s Governor’s Schools program offers challenging summer study experiences for college credit hosted by various state universities.  “Governor’s Schools give Tennessee students the chance to engage in an accelerated curriculum in a university setting,” Education Commissioner Lana Seivers said. “Students completing these programs get an early start in college credit and a taste of the rich educational experience an advanced education can provide.” 

Tennessee is launching three new Governor’s Schools this year.  The schools will focus specifically on high-level math and science skills.  The School for Computational Physics, The School for Emerging Technologies and The School for Scientific Models and Data Analysis each introduce students to advanced studies, include site visits to top research facilities and provide interaction with leading scientists, engineers, researchers and mathematicians.  

Applications for all 12 Governor’s Schools are now online at www.tennessee.gov/education/govschools.