Tennessee lawmakers have taken a major step towards reforming the state's virtual education system, with the Senate passing a bill to shut down 12 low-performing online schools. The move aims to address concerns over the quality of education provided by these virtual institutions, which have been plagued by low graduation rates and inadequate student support. The shuttering of these schools would mark a significant shift in the state's approach to online learning, with proponents arguing that it will allow for more effective allocation of resources and a focus on better-performing virtual schools. As the bill moves to the House for consideration, advocates are holding out hope that this marks a turning point in the state's efforts to provide high-quality educational opportunities for all students.
TN Senate passes bill to shutter 12 low-performing virtual schools The Tennessean