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Charter commission approves five‑year renewal for Knowledge Academy at the Crossings with 700‑student cap
Summary
After extensive public comment and questioning about absenteeism and retention, the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission approved a five‑year renewal for Knowledge Academy at the Crossings, capping enrollment at 700 students. The vote was 6–2 after debate over equity and academic progress.
The Tennessee Public Charter School Commission voted to renew Knowledge Academy at the Crossings’ charter for five years with a maximum enrollment of 700 students, approving the executive director’s recommendation after a lengthy appeal and public hearing.
The decision came after pleas from students, staff and legal counsel and a recommendation from Executive Director Tess Stovall that a full 10‑year renewal was not warranted now. "While a full 10 year renewal is not merited at this time, a total denial would be contrary to the best interest of the students," Stovall said, recommending a shorter term to allow the school to demonstrate sustained gains.
Why it mattered: Metro Nashville Public Schools had voted to deny a 10‑year renewal. MNPS executive director Sharika Roby Grant asked commissioners to uphold the…
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