Jesse Chism is committed to ensuring every student in Tennessee has access to great public education and opportunities for a bright future. Jesse Chism will be a leader in helping Tennessee build on our historic gains in education by supporting school choice, ensuring accountability in our schools, supporting innovation in education, and securing economic freedom for all.
As a former high school teacher with Memphis City Schools and having a successful career in small business, Jesse Chism knows how important it is to support Tennessee's students and teachers. Chism earned his Masters of Education from Union University. He also supported the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission to create accountability for charter schools, remove politics, and increase quality options for students and parents.