Voting in local elections is vitally important because it’s where we can make the most impact. This year in particular, we have an opportunity in Memphis to set a course for the future of our city – to decide whether we will preserve the status quo or whether we will move Memphis forward by electing progressive leadership […]
My name is Dominique Garrett and I am the new Memphis Communications and Community Engagement Manager with Stand for Children Tennessee. You may have received emails from me inviting you to attend community events across the city or alerting you to take action to make equity in education a reality in Shelby County Schools. For […]
On Thursday, I attended Chalkbeat’s listening session at the Benjamin Hooks Library along with other Stand members. The session gave teachers, parents, and community members an opportunity to discuss early childhood literacy, quality pre-k and other issues affecting K-3 students. Questions were provided to guide each table discussion while Chalkbeat journalists listened in to hear […]
Two years ago, I started as a third-grade reading teacher in Shelby County Schools (SCS). I knew that third grade was the strongest predictor of long-term learning success, but I did not know the complexity behind the immense literacy gaps within our district. Three out of four SCS third-graders are not reading on grade level. […]
Stand for Children members and allies gather outside the Shelby County Commission to call on additional funding for students.
Our hearts go out to the family of Brandon Webber, the Frayser community, and all involved in another traumatic event for our city. Regardless of the details leading up to his death, we must admit that a deep tragedy occurred in the Frayser community. Media coverage has centered on the reactions of the community and […]
