Help write the next chapter of Tennessee’s story.

Join the Statewide Early Literacy Education Collaborative of Tennessee.

Our Mission

Breakdown silos, build connections, and increase visibility within the early literacy landscape in Tennessee.

Our Vision

A Tennessee where all children have equitable access to the resources and opportunities become confident readers, critical thinkers,and lifelong learners.

Powered by GELF, SELECT brings together Tennessee’s early literacy leaders for a collaborative conversation to learn, connect, and build awareness around a shared vision.

This initiative aims to build bridges between organizations through networking, learning opportunities, and resource-sharing.

SELECT is expanding in 2023.

Help us expand our collaboration.

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Dustin Jacobsen

Dustin Jacobsen joined Governor's Early Literacy Foundation in 2020 as Executive Assistant, working directly with the Foundation’s leadership to manage customer service and program relationships.

Previously, he spent 10 years working in non-profit organizations, most recently as Executive Director of the Old School Farm in Nashville, Tenn., where he worked to create vocational training, job opportunities and educational experiences for adults with developmental disabilities.

Dustin graduated from the University of Kansas with a B.A. in education and a minor in business administration. Originally from Lawrence, Kan., Dustin loves fishing, the Kansas Jayhawks basketball team and weekly movie nights with his wife and children.

“We are giving children across the state from every background and social status the same chance to imagine new worlds and learn through reading. Our book program also gives parents the chance to connect and engage with their children in a meaningful and beneficial way.”

Contact Dustin:
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