Oak Ridge, TN – St. Mary School will host a community information session on the Tennessee Education Freedom Act Voucher Program on Thursday, April 10, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the St. Mary School gymnasium.

This public event will provide families with essential information about Education Freedom Scholarships, a new initiative that allows residents of Tennessee with a child eligible to attend a public school in grades K–12 to use state funds toward approved education expenses. These expenses may include tuition and/or fees at registered Category I, II, or III private schools located in Tennessee.

The proposed scholarship amount for the 2025–26 school year is $7,295 per eligible student. This funding could significantly expand access to private school education for families across the state.

Attendees will learn more about eligibility requirements, the application process, and how these scholarships could be used to support a private school education, including at St. Mary School. St. Mary School is currently the only school in Anderson County intending to participate in receiving Education Freedom Scholarship funds.

“As an institution that has been an integral part of the Oak Ridge community for 75 years, St. Mary School is committed to supporting families in making informed educational choices,” said Tiffany Shreve, Director of Advancement. “This information session is one way we can educate our community and surrounding areas about the new options available through the State of Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarships.”

For more information, please contact Tiffany Shreve or visit https://school.stmarysoakridge.org/.

About St. Mary School

The St. Mary’s School students, families, teachers, and parish are united to provide a Catholic education in a Christ-centered environment, dedicated to academic excellence and promoting truth and charity in service to God and others. Founded in 1950, St. Mary’s is an award-winning, private, Catholic school offering PreK–8th grade classes. As an integral part of the Oak Ridge community for 75 years, St. Mary School is committed to fostering an education that emphasizes not only academic success but also the personal growth of each child. With a focus on a whole-child approach, the school integrates science, technology, religion, engineering, art, and math (STREAM) into its curriculum, ensuring a well-rounded and innovative education.