Statement by Patricia Levesque, Executive Director of ExcelinEd in Action, on today’s proposal by Gov. Bill Lee and Commissioner of Education Penny Schwinn to better fund Tennessee students and schools.
“Students are more likely to succeed when they are at the center of each decision by educators and policymakers.
“Gov. Lee and Commissioner Schwinn’s education funding plan will improve the state’s education system by ensuring funding is more student-centered. This bold proposal ensures that the quality of education in the state improves, schools are better funded and educators are better supported.
“Just as important, this plan is informed by parents, educators and policymakers – and by listening to Tennesseans across the state. As a result, Gov. Lee and Commissioner Schwinn have proposed a funding model that smartly invests in areas where it will do the most to improve student outcomes.”
Highlights of the proposal include:
