Tennessee rushes to revamp its A-F letter grades for schools. Educators cry foul.
Sherwood Middle School 8th grader Devin Donerson checks his work on an algebra problem before submitting his answer into virtual classroom software. (The Daily Memphian file)
In partnership with
Chalkbeat Tennessee
Chalkbeat is a nonprofit news site covering educational change in public schools.
As the state prepares to finally issue its first grades in November, the education department and its new leader are revamping the grading formula.
Topics
Chalkbeat TennesseeIn partnership with
Chalkbeat is a nonprofit news site covering educational change in public schools.
Laura Testino
Laura Testino is an enterprise reporter who writes about how public policy shapes Memphis. She is currently reporting from Frayser about education and housing. Please write her with your suggestions and story tips.
Marta W. Aldrich
Marta W. Aldrich is the senior statehouse correspondent at Chalkbeat Tennessee. A newswoman for The Associated Press for most of her career, Marta has covered state government, politics, business, education and other Tennessee news. She has served as news editor of United Methodist News Service and features editor of American Profile magazine. Marta is a graduate of Memphis City Schools and the University of Missouri School of Journalism.
Want to comment on our stories or respond to others? Join the conversation by subscribing now. Only paid subscribers can add their thoughts or upvote/downvote comments. Our commenting policy can be viewed here.