A dramatic falloff in Republican voting led to Democratic gains in this year’s county election.
Election 2024: School Board District 2
Incumbent Jennifer Owen is seeking a third term as an independent candidate, facing Democrat Anne Templeton and Republican-leaning independent Pat Polis.
Voucher Fight Looms
As uncertainty about Gov. Bill Lee’s ‘Freedom Scholarship’ plan ripples across the state, one Knox County school board member prepares.
Protecting Employee Voices
The school board affirms teachers’ and staff members’ right to speak up without fear of reprisal.
First Steps in Special Education Reform
The school board prepares to act on changes a month after a scathing task force report.
Retaining Control
A bill with major Republican support would modify the third-grade retention law but still threaten many students with being held back.
Broom Brigade
Facing a chronic custodian shortage, Knox County Schools aims to hire $1 million worth of outside help. But what’s the long-term solution?
Retention Rate
A state law could lead to more than 2,500 Knox County third-graders being held back because of a single reading score.
Multiple Traumas
While planning for emergence from the pandemic, the school board confronts the aftermath of another student’s violent death.
School Board Mulls Masks
As some parents ask for an end to face coverings for students, most board members are wary of making changes.
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