Dear Shelby County Commissioners, We are a group of community members from MICAH and Stand for Children who care deeply about education equity in our community. As many of you will remember from the 2019-20 budget development, members of our coalition attended all the meetings associated with the budget including community sessions, Shelby County Schools […]
As we continue to quarantine and practice social distancing, we want to make sure that you are aware of upcoming Stand events and advocacy efforts you can join and take action from the comfort of your own home. This Thursday, May 21, at 3:00 pm, join outreach coordinator Rob Brown for part 3 of his […]
For years, our local officials have taken an austere approach to funding our city and county governments resulting in a lack of investment in desperately needed areas such as education, transit, and neighborhoods. The COVID-19 pandemic shines a light on the challenges of our community that have suffered from severe underfunding, in addition to the […]
As an education advocate and Stand supporter, you understand the need for students in Memphis and Shelby County to have equitable access to the tools they need to increase their chances of graduating high school prepared for college or a career. The COVID-19 pandemic has shined a spotlight on the digital divide that exists in […]
We have been working diligently to keep the momentum going for educational equity while practicing social distancing. That’s why we are hosting our next joint Momentum Memphis Educational Task-Force Meeting via Zoom on Monday, May 4, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Join us as we discuss ways to continue our advocacy for educational equity during these new […]
During this time of uncertainty, we must do our best to stay connected to what matters most, which is the well-being of our children. That’s why we are hosting free virtual workshops led by some of our fantastic staff to keep the momentum going during this time of social distancing. If you’re ready to take […]
