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Memphis Board Approves Last Budget Before Impending State Takeover

The $1.7 billion budget proposal for Memphis-Shelby County Schools would be implemented during the first year that a state-appointed oversight board is managing the district.

Last updated May 27, 20262 sources · 1 outlet

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Memphis School Board Passes $1.7 Billion Budget on Heels of State Takeover

The $1.7 billion budget proposal for Memphis-Shelby County Schools would be implemented during the first year that a state-appointed oversight board is managing the district.

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Tennessee Republicans Appoint Memphis State Takeover Board

The new nine-person oversight board will seize control of key Memphis-Shelby County Schools decisions, including the budget and school leadership