By Michelle Childs, LSB member
Dr. Ted Horrell, Lakeland School System superintendent, and Lakeland School Board (LSB) members Deborah Thomas and Michelle Childs met with legislators in Nashville on Tuesday (2.18.20) during this 111th General Assembly.
They attended the Legislative and Legal Institute sponsored by TSBA (Tennessee School Boards Association). After gaining insight into current bills that have been filed with this Assembly, Dr. Horrell, Mrs. Thomas and Mrs. Childs met with Representatives Kevin Vaughan, Tom Leatherwood and Mark White, and Sen. Paul Rose.
There was discussion on Lakeland School System’s legislative agenda and current bills, including teacher reciprocity with other states and alternative licensure. Other bills discussed include retaining local control and funding for state mandates, many of which are unfunded, such as preschool for students who meet eligibility requirements.
… Photos courtesy of LSB
