White also said this action is in the best fiscal interest of the state, due to the amount of state money sent to MSCS compared to the various other school districts in the state. White said he ...

The legislation is sponsored by Memphis Republican Rep. Mark White, who told the committee he has been working on it for two years.

Almost 40% of MSCS-run schools received a D or an F grade from the state, making them eligible for a takeover under the proposed legislation. The long-awaited legislation to allow for a state ...

Almost 40% of MSCS-run schools received a D or an F grade from the state, making them eligible for a takeover under the proposed legislation. The long-awaited legislation to allow for a state ...