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How Schools’ New A-F Letter Grading System Will Work

Marta W. Aldrich, Chalkbeat Tennessee

State officials largely ignored months of input from Tennesseans.

Striking Memphis Workers Get NYC Support

Lonnie Lee Hood, Tennessee Lookout

“Every day, workers across the South are fighting David and Goliath battles."

Educators Cry Foul As Tennessee Revamps Its A-F Grading System

Laura Testino and Marta W. Aldrich, Chalkbeat Tennessee

“It almost seems like we’re trying to change rules after the game’s already been played."

Theatre Memphis’ Blithe Spirit

Coco June

The play is quirky, curious, and unpredictable.

TN AG Moves to Close NAACP Suit On Voting Rights

Anita Wadhwani, Tennessee Lookout

Tennessee likely has the highest rate of Black voting disenfranchisement in the nation.

MSCS Plan Could Shutter Several Schools

Laura Testino, Chalkbeat Tennessee

Discussions have — so far — happened behind closed doors.

Peabody Elementary Will Remain Closed for the School Year

Laura Testino, Chalkbeat Tennessee

The school will get a number of upgrades like floors, ceilings, and duct work.

Chalkbeat TN: What Could Paul Young’s Election Mean for Memphis Education?

Laura Testino, Chalkbeat Tennessee

Young proposed investments in facilities, infrastructure, and extracurricular activities.

Panel to Reject Federal Funds Has “No Predetermined Outcome”

Marta W. Aldrich, Chalkbeat Tennessee

“Do I trust the state more than the federal government? Absolutely."