Purpose

Our Purpose

TOSS addresses the needs of education in Tennessee based on the following organizational purposes:

The advancement of public education
The promotion of the work and interest of the superintendency, but not for private gain or personal economic interest
The gathering and circulation of information on general school matters
The provision of pertinent information on sound education legislation to the General Assembly of Tennessee
The cooperation with the State Department of Education and other agencies and organizations interested in public education
To propose legislation, to establish and communicate a position on pending legislation, and to study its impact on local school systems
To engage in other activities and programs deemed necessary for the welfare of children and youth in the state of Tennessee