Jeanne Howe, superintendent of Jefferson Township Schools, said, When communities stand together, people listen.”
Jeanne Howe, superintendent of Jefferson Township Schools, said, "When communities stand together, people listen.” ( Photo: Rich Adamonis)

Oak Ridge. Residents, officials and regional leaders gathered at Jefferson Township High School to call on the state to address funding disparities affecting Highlands communities.

Jefferson hosts Highlands Impact Aid Now rally
09 Mar 2026 | 11:45
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Several hundred Jefferson Township neighbors, students, teachers and officials along with leaders and residents of other nearby towns joined the Highlands Impact Aid Now rally held in the high school gymnasium on Saturday, March 7.

“The rally brings attention to disparity and fairness between our communities...