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Attendance initiative aims to reduce chronic absenteeism; district highlights high rates in high schools Memphis-Shelby staff presented the Show Up for Greatness attendance strategy, shared first-quarter data showing the highest absentee and truancy rates in grades 9–12, and described door-knocking outreach and new centralized truancy management.

Memphis-Shelby Schools unveiled a bold new "Show Up for Greatness" campaign aimed at tackling alarming absenteeism rates, particularly in high school grades, with a comprehensive plan to boost attendance and engage families.

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District outlines proposed school consolidations, cites facility needs and projected savings Memphis-Shelby facilities staff presented preliminary impact reports Oct. 21 for multiple proposed consolidations and a transfer to the Millington district, listing enrollment/utilization data, deferred-maintenance costs, projected savings and personnel impacts and announcing community meetings for feedback.

Major school consolidations are on the table in Memphis-Shelby County, with potential savings in the millions and community input sought for critical changes.

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Memphis-Shelby board committee reviews nine policy changes, asks to adopt two by Oct. 27 At a policy committee meeting Oct. 21, Memphis-Shelby County Schools staff presented proposed revisions to nine policies — including student wellness, conflict-of-interest rules, grading, athletics, student conduct and general counsel authority — and asked the board to suspend rules to adopt the data dashboard and annual operating budget policies a

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is pushing to fast-track crucial policy changes that impact student wellness and budget governance—what does this mean for the future of education in the district?

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Memphis School Board Approves Sale of Humes Middle School Amid Community Discussions Board votes to sell Humes Middle School to New Ballet Ensemble for $257,000.

The Shelby County Schools Board is making pivotal decisions that could reshape the future of education in the district—are you ready to find out what’s at stake?

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Memphis School Board member advocates for arts education and community engagement School board member emphasizes the need for innovative arts programs in Memphis schools.

In a transformative meeting, Memphis education leaders championed the creation of a performing arts school to empower underserved students and preserve valuable properties for the community's future.

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Memphis School Board Approves $1.4M in Partnerships and Educational Programs Memphis School Board approves multiple funding agreements and partnerships for education initiatives.

The Memphis School Board just approved a whopping $1.4M in partnerships and funding to elevate educational programs across Shelby County Schools!

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Memphis Shelby County Schools Successfully Launch New Academic Year with Comprehensive Preparation Superintendent outlines successful preparations for the new school year at Memphis schools.

Memphis Shelby County Schools kicked off the new academic year with impressive preparations, including a successful first day and exciting initiatives on the horizon!

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Executive Director Maples highlights Memphis literacy partnerships and student reading progress Dr. Amy Maples updates board on literacy efforts and third grade reading levels.

Dr. Amy Maples reveals a startling truth: nearly 54% of third graders in Shelby County aren't reading at grade level, but a new partnership plan aims to change that.

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Memphis School Board Considers Opening Dream Catchers Academy for Homeless Children Advocates urge Memphis school board to approve Dream Catchers Academy for homeless students.

In a heartfelt showdown at the Shelby County Schools board meeting, advocates passionately pushed for the Dream Catchers Academy, a charter school designed to uplift homeless youth and change their educational fate.

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