Clayborn Temple and Economic Justice: Weekly Policy Update
The story dominating headlines in Memphis this week concerns the fire that destroyed the Clayborn Temple, the 130-year-old church that played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement.
For this week’s newsletter, we wanted to honor the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and the Clayborn Temple by focusing on the economic issues that brought Dr. King to our great city in the first place.
Overview of Final Bills and Next Steps: Weekly Policy Update
The TN General Assembly has passed both versions of the bill regarding the state’s intended intervention in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Follow along below for details on the legislation, what it means for Memphis and Shelby County, and what comes next.
Pre-K for All: Weekly Policy Update
Great news: Momentum continues as First 8 Memphis shepherds a “Pre-K for All” joint ordinance through the Memphis City Council and Shelby County Board of Commissioners. This week, the county unanimously passed the ordinance on its third and final reading, leaving just one reading by the city council before the ordinance is fully adopted. This is a historic moment that builds on a long community effort to provide a high-quality early education to every child in Shelby County.
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Weekly Policy Update | April 11, 2025
This is the third newsletter in our four-part series about the proposed state intervention in Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In this issue, we explore what needs to change about our current education system.
Weekly Policy Update | April 4, 2025
This is the second newsletter in our four-part series about the proposed state intervention in Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In this issue, we outline the history of transformation efforts in the various iterations of our school system, including key initiatives and funding sources that have shaped the educational landscape.