Metro Nashville Public Schools is having its first serious discussion about dropping universal mask requirements, which have been in place ever since in-person school resumed.
School bus drivers are feeling left out of state’s education overhaul discussions
Longtime school bus drivers like Eric Warfield can feel like an afterthought to education leaders. This school year so far, Metro Nashville Public Schools has lost 34 drivers, including 22 who resigned, 10 who retired and two who passed away, according to school officials.
Nashville schools may soon lift their mask mandate
Metro Schools is one of only a few Tennessee districts with a universal masking policy. But a sharp decline in COVID infections has officials weighing whether to end it.
Middle Tennessee snow: How much fell, what it looked like and what’s next
Within an hour Thursday morning, Middle Tennessee streets went from almost dry to absolutely dangerous. Snow was falling at more than an inch an hour, reaching 7 inches in some places and resulting in hundreds of traffic accidents.
Faith-led coalition requests that federal money be spent on affordable housing
Nashville Organized for Action and Hope held its annual meeting to list its requests to officials. Much of it focused on helping fund programs like affordable housing, better pay for school support staff and faster help for those facing eviction.
It’s Not Too Late: Metro Nashville Schools Is Still Seeking Input On COVID Spending
Metro Nashville Public Schools is preparing a wish list for how to spend its latest round of COVID-19 relief funds. But school leaders are still soliciting feedback from parents and nonprofits to figure out what their highest priorities are.
Nashville Reinstates Mask Mandate In Government Buildings, Schools Likely To Follow
Masking is quickly making a comeback in Nashville. Metro government buildings will require face coverings starting Thursday, and now the superintendent of Metro Schools is recommending universal masking for the start of the semester next week.
Masks No Longer Required: Mid TN School Districts Loosen Rules For Upcoming Year
Districts — including Murfreesboro City Schools, Rutherford County Schools, Wilson County Schools and, most recently, Metro Nashville Public Schools — have announced that face coverings will be optional for students and staff heading into the new school year.
MNPS Won’t Pay Meharry Full $18M Budgeted For COVID Testing And Planning
A heavily scrutinized contract for Meharry Medical College to provide COVID consulting in Metro Schools will be a little less expensive than first thought.
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