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.
October Issues Night
Mon, Oct 07
|Zoom
Get caught up on the latest updates on the state of our issues and upcoming actions. We breakout in subgroups by issue area to shape a powerful action that leads us to greater justice!
Upcoming Events
Thu, Apr 24Register for more infoThe Immigration and Inclusivity Committee will be hosting Know Your Right Sessions/ Power Attorney Workshops for immigrant community members.
Sat, May 03JacksonWe’re excited to invite you to be part of our Public School Strong Luncheon, a powerful community gathering on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Jackson, TN.
Tue, May 20Location is TBDWe are transitioning from our monthly Delegate Meetings to our bi-monthly Leadership Council Meetings!
Upcoming Events
- Thu, Apr 24Register for more infoThe Immigration and Inclusivity Committee will be hosting Know Your Right Sessions/ Power Attorney Workshops for immigrant community members.
- Sat, May 03JacksonWe’re excited to invite you to be part of our Public School Strong Luncheon, a powerful community gathering on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Jackson, TN.
- Tue, May 20Location is TBDWe are transitioning from our monthly Delegate Meetings to our bi-monthly Leadership Council Meetings!