Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn Resigns Amid Controversy.
Tennessee Education Chief Penny Schwinn, known for expanding tutoring and revamping literacy during the pandemic, will step down on June 1. Schwinn faced criticism from both Democrats and Republicans for issues ranging from the teaching of American history to her support for charter schools. Governor Bill Lee will appoint Lizzette Gonzalez Reynolds, a school choice advocate, as her successor. Reynolds plans to continue Schwinn's work, including implementing the state's targeted ESA program and overseeing academic recovery efforts. Tennessee will be the 17th state to have a new permanent or acting chief since January 2022.