Tommy Bice

What Can Finland Teach Alabama About Education?

Several decades ago, Finland’s education system was considered mediocre. But starting around 2001, it came to be regarded as a powerhouse, usually at or near the top of the world’s nations on internationally normed tests. How? And can those strategies work in Alabama?

State Board of Ed Appoints Dr. Phillip Cleveland Interim Superintendent

Cleveland led the Department of Career and Technical education under former superintendent Dr. Tommy Bice, who retired in March.

Dr. Tommy Bice, State Schools Chief, Announces Retirement

Dr. Tommy Bice, Superintendent of the Alabama State Department of Education, today announced his retirement, set to go into effect at the end of this month.