Some lawmakers, parents and educators had hoped for a host of changes to Tennessee’s third grade retention law before it takes effect this spring. But only a handful of changes are currently moving forward in the state legislature.
Unpacking Tennessee’s third grade retention law
In this episode, we dig into how the third grade retention law works and what students stand to be most impacted. We hear from a policy expert and local education official, as well as a teacher and parents about how this law will impact students.
Parents flooded public meetings on Tennessee’s 3rd grade retention law. Now they’re taking action.
Some parents and educators are advocating for changes to a Tennessee law which could put the majority of third graders at risk of being held back.
Tennessee’s third grade retention law is top of mind for state lawmakers this session
State legislators are submitting a flurry of bills as filing deadlines loom. To get a look at what education issues are coming up, WPLN News sat down with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to talk about their priorities for the session.
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