Where Is Tennessee’s Education Funding Going? [ Interview with Jason Edmonds from Beacon Center TN ]

A recent report from the Beacon Center of Tennessee reveals that only 53% of the state’s education funding makes it to classrooms. But where is the rest of the money going? In this interview with Jason Edmonds from the Beacon Center, that question is answered. In addition, Edmonds unveils data regarding how much money is actually being spent per-student and how that compares to what is reported by the Government. Edmonds also tackles the perplexing trend of the trajectory of enrolled students, classroom teachers, principals and vice principals. Don’t miss out on this eye-opening interview!

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Report Finds Only 53% Of State Funding For Education Used In Classrooms

The Amount Of Funding For Education In Tennessee Rises Each Year, But A Report Released On Wednesday Reveals That The Amount Of Taxpayer Money That Is Funneled To Classrooms Has Not.

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Rural Tennessee Students Left With Few Educational Options

Rural Tennessee Students Have Fewer Educational Opportunities Available To Them Than Urban Students. Only A Handful Of Tennessee’s Rural Counties Have Private Schools, And None Have Any Charter Schools In Operation.

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