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state takeover law

Coverage of state takeover law in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 23 · 21:52 UTCMost recent: Jul 1 · 17:45 UTC
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Memphis-Shelby County Schoolsorganization1U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw Jr.person1Tennesseeplace1Memphis school takeover boardorganization1oversight boardorganization1Billy Orgelperson1Chalkbeatorganization1Memphis Liftorganization1Memphis-Shelby County Schoolsplace1Sarah Carpenterperson1Carlos Personperson1Tamarques Porterperson1Marie Feaginsperson1state boardorganization1
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  • POLITICSJul 1 · 17:45 UTCTENNESSEE LOOKOUT
    Memphis schools takeover blocked by judge in temporary order

    A federal judge temporarily blocked a state takeover board's authority over Memphis-Shelby County Schools, preventing disruptions to contract payments and operations ahead of the 2026-27 school year. The court order aims to maintain the status quo as the district prepares for the August 3 start date.

  • POLITICSJun 23 · 21:52 UTCCHALKBEAT
    As the fight over the Memphis schools takeover looms, these parents say they’re hopeful for change

    Parents in Memphis, led by the advocacy group Memphis Lift, support a new state law allowing political appointees to take control of Memphis-Shelby County Schools, hoping for improved literacy, transparency, and better educational outcomes. The state board, set to assume power in July, will oversee district decisions, though some parents oppose potential school closures.