October 8, 2021
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Tennesseans for Student Success (TSS) today released the following statement in response to Governor Bill Lee’s call for review of the state’s education funding formula:
“Tennessee students deserve better than a nearly three-decades-old education funding formula. We applaud today’s announcement and view this action as an appropriate step in elevating the conversation around the Basic Education Program (BEP),” said Adam Lister, president and CEO of Tennesseans for Student Success. “As this process advances, Tennesseans for Student Success looks forward to challenging those involved to prioritize solutions that serve all Tennessee students.”
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