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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School Board Candidates Forum
Mon, Jun 17
|Memphis
Get to know candidates running for the Memphis-Shelby County Schools board before the August elections. Chalkbeat, MICAH, and partners are hosting a forum for candidates on June 17.
Time & Location
Jun 17, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Memphis, 1750 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104, USA
About the event
This year’s school board election includes 20 candidates across 5 seats. The new board will come in as new Supt. Marie Feagins wraps up her first 100 days and embarks on effectuating a new strategic plan in September. Additionally, the body will have to navigate school closures nearly immediately, in an environment where inflationary pressures could stymie new projects. Persistent stagnation in academic performance, especially for elementary schoolers, will be a focus.
Upcoming Events
Tue, Jun 09MemphisThe Transformational Justice Task Force will be meeting in-person at a leader's home. Please feel free to bring food or snacks for the task force. Reach out to the organizer, Rachel Wilson, for the address.
Fri, Jun 12Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library - MempJoin MICAH and the Greater Mephis Muslim Network for a teach-in and community conversation exploring common misconceptions about Islam. Together, we will create spcae for meaningful dialogue, learning, and connection.
Wed, Jun 17Aldersgate/La Puerta Fellowship UMC
Multiple DatesThu, Jun 18Idlewild 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.
Mon, Jul 06Location is TBDPlease join us July 6th from 6-8pm for MICAH's Issues Night! Location TBD.
Upcoming Events
- Tue, Jun 09MemphisThe Transformational Justice Task Force will be meeting in-person at a leader's home. Please feel free to bring food or snacks for the task force. Reach out to the organizer, Rachel Wilson, for the address.
- Fri, Jun 12Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library - MempJoin MICAH and the Greater Mephis Muslim Network for a teach-in and community conversation exploring common misconceptions about Islam. Together, we will create spcae for meaningful dialogue, learning, and connection.
- Wed, Jun 17Aldersgate/La Puerta Fellowship UMC
- Multiple DatesThu, Jun 18Idlewild 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.
- Mon, Jul 06Location is TBDPlease join us July 6th from 6-8pm for MICAH's Issues Night! Location TBD.