MSCS’ Richmond rebuts arguments for state takeover

By , Daily Memphian Updated: September 04, 2025 7:48 AM CT | Published: September 03, 2025 11:43 PM CT

Roderick Richmond, the interim leader of Memphis-Shelby County Schools, pointed to failures of Tennessee’s state-run Achievement School District during a town hall meeting opposing takeover of the school system.

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Memphis-Shelby County Schools Tennessee General Assembly
Laura Testino

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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.


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