Defined in Tennessee
Defined connects classrooms to careers through deeper learning. Our vision is to transform learning environments where every student discovers their potential through authentic learning experiences that bridge education and future success. Explore how the Defined ecosystem aligns with and supports career-connected deeper learning in Tennessee!
Alignment with Tennessee Standards
Defined’s content aligns with the Tennessee Academic Standards providing students with rigorous, standards-based learning experiences that build transferable knowledge and essential future-ready skills through authentic, career-connected applications.
In addition, Defined supports Tennessee's High School and Beyond Plan. By connecting classroom learning to real-world career exploration, goal setting, and readiness benchmarks, Defined helps districts ensure students are prepared for success in college, career, and life. Our comprehensive ecosystem of career-connected deeper learning resources empowers schools to advance their Portrait of a Graduate or locally defined graduate profiles through high-quality content and assessments aligned to Tennessee's priorities.
Career-Connected Learning
Defined’s comprehensive career-connected learning platform aligns with Tennessee's High School and Beyond Plan (HSPB). Our resources help districts strengthen the implementation of HSPB by preparing students for CTE pathways early on through broad career exploration and experiences, ensuring all students explore opportunities tied to the state’s workforce and economic priorities.
Through engaging hands-on and minds-on projects across all career clusters and pathways, students build career awareness, reflect on their skills and interests, and gain authentic experiences across industries. Defined also supports Tennessee's Work-Based Learning (WBL) expectations, allowing students to apply classroom learning to real-world applications and equipping students with the knowledge and transferable skills needed to make informed decisions about their futures—whether entering the workforce, pursuing postsecondary education, or both.
Computer Science & STEM
From artificial intelligence to renewable energy, today’s challenges demand strong computer science and STEM skills. Defined helps Tennessee educators prepare K–12 students for these high-demand fields through career-connected, deeper learning experiences that bridge classroom concepts with real-world applications.
Defined’s engaging projects align with the Tennessee Academic Standards for Mathematics and Science and K-12 Computer Science Standards along with supporting statewide efforts to expand access to high-quality STEM and computer science education. Our resources spark student interest in computer science and STEM careers while equipping them with the future-ready skills needed for success in college, career, and life.
Notable Partnerships in Tennessee
Computer Programmer: App Designer
Backpack Designer
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Veterinary Assistant
Wildlife Biologist: Bats
Students step into the role of a wildlife biologist studying bats. Acting as an expert, students explore the important role bats play in the environment while working to dispel common myths about these fascinating and beneficial creatures. Students will also explain how bats use echolocation to navigate and survive. Their ultimate goal: to get the public excited about welcoming bats into the neighborhood!
Biomedical Engineers
Food Truck Entrepreneur
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Game Designer
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Interested in learning more about how Defined can support Tennessee's goals and initiatives?
Ready to see how Defined can transform education in your school or district? Request a demo with Tennessee's designated partnerships representative today and witness how our platform bridges classroom learning with future success.
