Tag Archives: BEP funding

Putnam County Director of Schools Corby King said a $1.4 million increase in BEP funding is projected for the system. The system received its first of three BEP Funding estimates from the state on Tuesday. King said the increase from 2020 is exactly the news the system wanted. “Our funding is based on our average daily membership in the school ... Read More »

Learning gaps and BEP funding are the main concerns in education leading into next month’s 112th Tennessee General Assembly. Governor Bill Lee has reportedly considered calling a special session to address these pandemic related challenges before the main session begins. House Speaker Cameron Sexton said learning loss is a point of concern. “I think there are some things out there ... Read More »

Governor Bill Lee said he expects the legislature to hold BEP Funding steady this year. Basic Education Funding provides a large percentage of school revenues annually. Upper Cumberland School Districts have been concerned that students moved to home schooling this year because of COVID might impact state funding negatively. “I think you will find the same desire for the legislature ... Read More »

District 41 Representative John Windle said his main takeaway from the Tennessee House Education Committee session Tuesday was how to guarantee state BEP funding. House members met with Education Commissioner Dr. Penny Schwinn and several superintendents from across the state. “We are in flux this fall, and it is just not fair to penalize the local school system which penalizes ... Read More »

The Jackson County Board of Education is asking the state to not penalize the school system’s BEP funding if the student population drop. The board unanimously approved the Hold Harmless BEP resolution Monday night, which ensures BEP funding is at least the same amount as the previous school year. Director of Schools Kristy Brown said BEP state funding is the ... Read More »