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Proposed SCS ESSER Investments

Aug 23, 2021013 min read
Proposed SCS ESSER Investments
Dear SCS Board Members, Firstly, we want to recognize that the 2020-21 school year was unprecedented and we appreciate all of the hard work that the SCS Board and administration have done to adapt to the challenges of the pandemic to support our students, teachers, and schools. As the SCS Board considers how to spend […]

Prohibited Concepts in Public Instruction

Aug 17, 2021013 min read
Prohibited Concepts in Public Instruction
Dear Commissioner Schwinn,   Thank you for the opportunity to offer public comment regarding the current draft rule proposed by the Tennessee Department of Education as it relates to the implementation of Section 51 of Chapter 493 of the Tennessee Public Acts of 2021.  We write to you as a collective of educators, parents, scholars, and […]

Will city council pass a moral budget?

Aug 16, 202104 min read
Will city council pass a moral budget?
The Moral Budget Coalition was formed under the belief that a budget is a moral document that should reflect our values and priorities and demonstrates a desire to progress towards what Dr. King described as the beloved community. In May, our coalition released a bold plan to pass a budget that is truly representative of the needs and […]

YOu’re invited: Aug. Momentum Memphis Meeting

Jul 30, 202101 min read
YOu’re invited: Aug. Momentum Memphis Meeting
Here is your friendly reminder to join us for our virtual joint Momentum Memphis Education Task-Force meeting on Monday, August 2nd, at 6:00 pm via Zoom. Hear task-force leaders give updates on our advocacy campaigns, meet our community change partners, and learn how you can get involved in our efforts to make education equity a reality for all […]

The Results Are In: Parent Perspective Survey

Jul 21, 202102 min read
The Results Are In: Parent Perspective Survey
Momentum Memphis Task Force launched a survey to the community at the end of 2020 as the decision to reopen schools in Shelby County was being considered by officials for the Spring of 2021. Parents were given the option to either return to school buildings or remain virtual. Our goal was to highlight the experiences and concerns […]

Freshman Success Spotlight: Melrose High

Jul 7, 202103 min read
Freshman Success Spotlight: Melrose High
Helping Freshmen Make the Transition Our Freshman Success Network partner school Melrose High held its first Freshman Week last month to celebrate the accomplishments and growth of scholars, teachers, and parents. More than 145 students attended during the week, which included virtual, drive-through, and pick-up activities designed to serve as a transition for ninth-grade scholars to get them acclimated […]