Momentum Memphis Blog

Learn How to Advocate from Home!

Learn How to Advocate from Home!
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 […]

Newsletter 2020: January Events in Brief

Newsletter 2020: January Events in Brief
Full Speed Ahead in the New Year 2020 has barely begun, but we are already building on our successes from last year and drafting plans to make this year the most effective yet for improving the school experience for students in our community.  Tracking SCS and Reimagining 901 On January 8, members from Stand for Children, MICAH – […]

Let’s Try Again!

Let’s Try Again!
If you came to the Shelby County Education Committee Meeting on January 8th, you were there waiting for over two hours to hear the results and lessons learned from the Reimagining 901 Input Community Sessions that were held in various schools across Memphis. I want to thank those of you who came out and waited […]

Newsletter 2019: Recap of Accomplishments

Newsletter 2019: Recap of Accomplishments
2019:  A Solid Foundation for Change With 2019 drawing to an end, we want to take a moment to thank all of you – our staff, volunteers, and partners – for the long hours that you all put in this year to stand on behalf of our community’s young people.  Your commitment, dedication, and nonstop […]

Take Action: Attend the SCS Facilities Feast!

Take Action: Attend the SCS Facilities Feast!
Give your valuable insight on what is needed for equitable school facilities at our Momentum Memphis SCS Facilities Feast today at Crosstown Concorse in the Church Health Center Community Room from 6:00 – 7:30pm.  Your attendance at the meeting is vital to our children receiving the 21st-century school facilities that they deserve! Our children can’t […]

Momentum Memphis Facilities Feast: Update!

Momentum Memphis Facilities Feast: Update!
We want to give a big THANK YOU to all of the community leaders and parents that attended our Momentum Memphis SCS Facilities Feast! Special thanks to Dr. Alicia Haushalter from the Shelby County Health Department for providing useful information on lead poisoning, as well as Dr. John Barker and Dr. Angela Whitelaw, for speaking about Shelby County Schools Reimaging […]