Opinion: Local schools must meet demand of economic opportunity
Mark White
State Rep. Mark White is chair of the House Education Committee. He represents District 83, in Memphis and Germantown.
“It’s the responsibility of administrators, teachers, parents and elected officials like myself to ensure children in Shelby County are receiving the high-quality education they deserve.”
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