Every Monday we run down the week’s public meetings and civic events.
Consolidation and Expansion
The school board approves a new K-8 school that would result in fewer schools but more grades for students northwest of downtown.
School Board Nixes Voucher Support
The GOP majority split over whether to add Gov. Bill Lee’s proposal for private-school scholarships to the board’s list of legislative priorities.
Setting Priorities
Public and staff input on Knox County Schools’ strategic plan shows support for the district’s goals — but mixed feelings about its performance.
A Compromise on Discrimination Policies
The school board removes most references to protected classes, but acknowledges federal laws.
‘You Don’t Expand by Taking Away’
Some school board members argue to keep protected classes in non-discrimination policies.
Protection Questions
The county Law Department wants the school board to remove references to groups protected from harassment and discrimination. Some board members have doubts.
Election 2024: School Board District 5
Two first-time candidates — Republican Lauren Morgan and Democrat Terrye Whitaker — vie for an open seat in Farragut.