As used in this part:

(1) “STEM” means science, technology, engineering, and mathematics;

Terms Used In Tennessee Code 49-6-1101

  • Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
  • STEM: means science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. See Tennessee Code 49-6-1101
  • TSIN: means the Tennessee STEM innovation network established in 2010 by executive order number 68 as a project within the department of education under an agreement with Battelle Memorial Institute, which is designated as the manager of TSIN and its activities. See Tennessee Code 49-6-1101
(2) “STEM innovation hub” means a regional partnership of LEAs, institutions of higher education, STEM businesses, and community organizations that have formally committed to amplifying and accelerating the impact of STEM programs in the region; and
(3) “TSIN” means the Tennessee STEM innovation network established in 2010 by executive order number 68 as a project within the department of education under an agreement with Battelle Memorial Institute, which is designated as the manager of TSIN and its activities.