Brentwood School District v. Tennessee Department of Education

Brentwood School District v. Tennessee Department of Education was a legal case where Brentwood School District challenged the Tennessee Department of Education’s decision to withhold funding over alleged nondiscrimination violations. The district argued that the state's actions violated federal and state laws requiring equal treatment. The Supreme Court ultimately upheld the state's authority to enforce its policies, emphasizing the importance of complying with state regulations designed to promote fairness and prevent discrimination in education. The case underscores the balance between school districts’ rights and state authority to enforce anti-discrimination laws.