Memphis schools takeover could move forward soon
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A state oversight board tasked with taking over Memphis schools may soon assume control over Tennessee's largest school district, according to U.S. District Court Judge Waverly Crenshaw. During a court hearing on Friday, Crenshaw stated he is prepared to dissolve his order blocking the board from gaining control of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
The school district had challenged the new law establishing the nine-person politically appointed oversight board, which was set to take effect on July 1. Crenshaw, however, expressed doubts about the elected school board's argument that the new law violates students' constitutional rights. If Crenshaw lifts his current block, the oversight board could swiftly take charge of major decisions such as contracts, the budget, and school closures, despite the ongoing lawsuit challenging the state law.
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