MSCS state takeover bill up for debate Monday

MSCS avoids state takeover this year

Persistent disagreements about the kinds of authority an appointed board should have over the Memphis school system hindered the bill from advancing before lawmakers adjourned for the year late Tuesday, April 22.

Memphis schools “takeover” bill dead until next year

Rep. Mark White, a Shelby County Republican, said he will pursue a measure enabling the state to take over administration of Memphis-Shelby County Schools in 2026. (Photo: John Partipilo)The sponsor of legislation criticized as a “takeover” of Memphis Shelby County Schools confirmed Tuesday the bill is on hold until 2026. Republican Rep. Mark White of East Memphis, chairman of the House Finance Committee, said House and Senate versions approved …

Compromise could soon come on bill allowing state control of MSCS

Two different versions of a bill are working their way through the Tennessee Legislature, but both could have the same outcome: allowing state control of the Memphis-Shelby County Schools District (MSCS).

MSCS state takeover bill up for debate Monday

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Tennessee lawmakers will begin debates on Monday for a bill that would allow a state-appointed board to take over Memphis Shelby County Schools. The bill, also known as the Tennessee Public School Accountability Act, would authorize the Department of Education to appoint a board of managers, which would remain in place for four years. Today, there will be up to 25 minutes of debate for each side. The House session begins at 10 …