State kicks off review of school funding
Announcement lands ahead of February’s trial over Tennessee’s Basic Education Program formula
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Announcement lands ahead of February’s trial over Tennessee’s Basic Education Program formula
Lee and Commissioner of Education Penny Schwinn said they wanted Tennesseans to take part in the full review of the state’s education formula.
Announcement lands ahead of February’s trial over Tennessee’s Basic Education Program formula
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Gov. Bill Lee and Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn on Friday announced plans to review how the state funds its multibillion dollar K-12 education system. Lee and Schwinn say they hope school leaders, families and other members of the public will provide their feedback on how the system can be improved over the next few months.
Governor Bill Lee announced on Friday that he is calling for a review of the state's education plan and wants to pivot toward a more "student-centered approach."