Why should we care?
SCS’s ability to provide a quality, equitable education is being undercut by high teacher turnover and year-long teaching vacancies, as well as significant maintenance deficiencies within the schools, all of which leads to higher financial, educational, and health costs. A lack of access to wraparound services provided by qualified social workers, psychologists, and nurses inhibits the successful treatment of trauma or Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). Abuse, neglect, and trauma significantly increase the likelihood of suspensions, juvenile criminal behavior, and incarceration. With a median age four years below the national average, Memphis’s population can support economic development, but only if we provide children in our community access to opportunities and support.
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Equipping people of faith and goodwill to organize communities for systemic change through collective action.
NEW Standing Meeting Schedule
Task Force Meetings/Issues Night
1st Mondays from 6pm - 8pm
Leadership Council Meeting (Formerly Delegate Meetings):
Quarterly (January, April, July, October, unless otherwise noted)
Upcoming Events
Multiple DatesWed, Sep 09Google MeetYour congregation can play a significant role increasing voter turnout in the upcoming November 3 Elections!
Multiple DatesThu, Sep 10Shady Grove Presbyterian ChurchJoin the members of Shady Grove Presbyterian Church for multiple phone bank opportunities!
Multiple DatesThu, Sep 17Idlewild Presbyterian ChurchBetter Transit for a Better Memphis, led by daily riders and other community champions, organizes and advocates for fully funded, accessible, and equitable public transit.
Fri, Sep 18Location will be sent after registrationJoin us for a 3-day gathering designed to build interfaith power and community for a multi-racial democracy. Featured speakers are Rep. Justin Pearson and Emily Yellin. Free to attend!
Sat, Sep 19Mt Moriah Baptist Church
Sun, Nov 15Avon AcresJoin us for an enchanting afternoon of celebration, community, and great live jazz!