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.
Sat, Sep 12
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Partners Virtual Training Saturday Session
**Sign up for either Sat. or Sun.** Calling all MICAH partners! The work of our partner organization's core teams will be put to the test in our prep for October's public meeting. Core teams are the foundation of MICAH partner organizations, and our justice work starts with your leadership.
