Reading Retention Revisited

Erin Phillips, executive director of learning and literacy for Knox County Schools, addresses the school board

With both 3rd- and 4th-graders facing the possibility of being held back this year, Knox County Schools prepares to present parents with their options.

Retaining Control

Classroom chairs

A bill with major Republican support would modify the third-grade retention law but still threaten many students with being held back.

Holding Back

Photo of exam answer sheet with a hand and pencil filling in bubbles

As the Legislature debates changes to its third-grade retention law, the key issue remains who will make the decision.