Why should we care?
SCS’s ability to provide a quality, equitable education is being undercut by high teacher turnover and year-long teaching vacancies, as well as significant maintenance deficiencies within the schools, all of which leads to higher financial, educational, and health costs. A lack of access to wraparound services provided by qualified social workers, psychologists, and nurses inhibits the successful treatment of trauma or Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). Abuse, neglect, and trauma significantly increase the likelihood of suspensions, juvenile criminal behavior, and incarceration. With a median age four years below the national average, Memphis’s population can support economic development, but only if we provide children in our community access to opportunities and support.
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|New Direction Christian Church - Hickory
March Monthly MICAH Meeting
Monthly board meetings on the second Tuesday of each month are the best way to connect with all of MICAH's initiatives. Hear updates from the economic equity, education equity, and immigration and intercultural equity task forces. Learn about direction action you can take to move Memphis forward.
