Tennessee has five categories of private schools — each with different accreditation and approval standards and requirements for curriculum, testing, and teacher qualifications.
Continue readingDebt Collection Lawsuits in Davidson and Shelby Counties, TN
We analyzed how creditors use courts to collect consumer debt in each county, the kinds of debts most likely to end up in court, and who is most affected in Davidson and Shelby counties.
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About 158,600 debt collection cases were filed in Shelby County civil courts between 2016 and March 2023 — 60% of which were by debt collectors and medical providers.
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About 112,000 debt collection cases were filed in Davidson County civil courts between 2016 and March 2023 — two-thirds of which were by high-interest lenders and debt collectors.
Continue readingVideo: Sycamore Presents Before the Joint Working Group on Federal Education Funding
Sycamore presents on topics like dependency on federal dollars, the role of the federal government in education, and requirements that influence how K-12 schools operate before the Joint Working Group on Federal Education Funding.
Continue readingFederal Funding for K-12 Education in Tennessee
This report reviews the federal government’s role in K-12 education, key federal programs and requirements, recent tensions between Tennessee and federal requirements, and some trade-offs and considerations involved.
Continue readingChild and Adolescent Mental Health in Tennessee
A growing share of adolescents report poor mental health, symptoms of depression, and attempting suicide. Youth suicide death rates have also increased.
Continue readingTennessee Tax Revenue Tracker for FY 2023
FY 2023 collections were about $2.5 billion more (or 13%) than what was budgeted when the fiscal year began, but fell short of the revised estimate adopted as part of the FY 2024 approved budget.
Continue readingFederal Funding for Tennessee’s School Districts
In FY 2019, Tennessee distributed $1.1 billion in federal funds to school districts across the state — or about 11% of total district revenues that year. This report includes an interactive dashboard to explore and compare federal funding for each school district.
Continue readingFirearm-Related Deaths in Tennessee
In 2021, gunfire was the 10th leading cause of death in Tennessee, killing 1,569 residents or about 22 of every 100,000 people. It was the leading cause of death for those ages one to 18.
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