Sunday, February 17 2013 6:30 PM EST2013-02-17 23:30:06 GMT
One of the biggest issues expected to come up next year in the state capitol is one that could impact your child's education. State lawmakers are going to consider a school voucher program, which wouldMore >>
One of the biggest issues expected to come up next year in the state capitol is one that could impact your child's education. More >>
Sunday, February 17 2013 6:29 PM EST2013-02-17 23:29:20 GMT
A task force appointed by Gov. Bill Haslam to study how to start a school voucher program has finalized its recommendations but couldn't reach consensus on many key aspects, such as the amount of the vouchers or...More >>
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Sunday, February 17 2013 6:28 PM EST2013-02-17 23:28:29 GMT
Gov. Bill Haslam says he wants to start small with a school voucher system and go from there. The governor proposed the plan during his State of the State address Monday. His plan stipulates that onlyMore >>
Gov. Bill Haslam says he wants to start small with a school voucher system and go from there.More >>
By LUCAS L. JOHNSON II Associated Press
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam's proposal to create a school voucher program in Tennessee is drawing mixed response from lawmakers and educators.
Proponents of the measure say it is another option for parents seeking to provide a better education for their children. Those against the proposal say voucher programs are unproven, and they don't like the idea of taking funds from public schools and giving them to private institutions.
A Republican-sponsored bill to create a voucher program passed the Senate in 2011 but was deferred in the House to the following session.
When the delay occurred, Haslam had persuaded lawmakers to wait while a task force studied options on school choice.
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