Rise & Shine: Huffman says criticism comes with change

  • Tennessee education commissioner Kevin Huffman said criticism naturally comes when you challenge the status quo. (Tennessean)
  • Shelby County Schools’ superintendent says he’s looking at ending the district’s contract with its custodial vendor.  (The Commercial Appeal)
  • After the referendum failed last week, Shelby County Schools may have to again trim its Pre-K program.  (The Commercial Appeal)
  • Shelby School students celebrated their health last week.  (WMCTV)
  • Critics are questioning what to attribute Tennessee’s recent NAEP scores to and wonder what impact the most recent education policies will have.  (Tennessean)
  • Meanwhile, teachers say all the changes have lowered morale. (Tennessean)