MNPS Director: classrooms won't reopen based on 'arbitrary timelines requested by the Governor'
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and last updated 2021-01-28 19:46:27-05
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) â Metro Nashville Public Schools Director spoke with Governor Lee about when and if the district would be bringing students back into the classroom.
Dr. Adrienne Battle said Gov. Lee requested the district adhere to a reopening timeline for in-person learning. NewsChannel 5 reached out to MNPS officials, who released the following statement.
âDr. Battle appreciated the opportunity to talk with Governor Lee to educate him on our reopening plans here at Metro Nashville Public Schools. As Dr. Battle has repeatedly said in public and to the Governor today, MNPS will begin phasing-in students based on a decrease in community spread as reflected in our