Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike McWherter this morning toured Ivy Academy, one of Hamilton County’s two charter schools, and asked students to tell their parents to vote for him.
Mr. McWherter, a supporter of charter schools, said he was impressed by the teachers’ passion and students’ dedication.
Education is his top priority, the Jackson businessman said, and charter schools are one more option to help Tennessee students be more competitive in the workplace.
Republican candidate and Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam toured the Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy, the other charter school, last month.