- TN
- Shelby County
- 7/9/25
- 07/09/2025
- 39 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the Memphis Shelby-County School Board meeting, the intersection of comedy and education took center stage as comedian Roy Wood Jr. engaged with students, sharing his journey and the valuable life lessons he learned along the way. The event, which highlighted the importance of laughter in learning, was marked by Wood Jr.’s candid discussion about the challenges he faced in his career and personal life, emphasizing the significance of surrounding oneself with a supportive community.
- TN
- Shelby County
- 7/8/25
- 07/08/2025
- 246 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Memphis Shelby-County School Board tackled several issues, prominently featuring discussions on charter school applications, the potential sale of properties, and the status of various educational programs. The board recommended the denial of several charter applications while approving others, amid concerns about the fiscal impact on the district and the ongoing challenges in securing necessary funding for educational initiatives.
- TN
- Shelby County
- 6/24/25
- 06/24/2025
- 114 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Memphis Shelby-County School Board, community members advocated for Aaron Litzy to be appointed as the principal of Colonial Middle School, while the board also confronted financial challenges and discussed plans for district-wide improvements. The meeting addressed issues including leadership appointments, financial transparency, community engagement, and budgetary constraints.
- TN
- Shelby County
- 6/17/25
- 06/17/2025
- 136 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Memphis Shelby-County School Board meeting tackled issues concerning rising transportation costs, infrastructure enhancements, and educational initiatives. Key decisions were made around student transportation contracts and significant facility investments, with an emphasis on ensuring readiness for the upcoming school year amidst budgetary constraints.
- TN
- Shelby County
- 6/11/25
- 06/11/2025
- 284 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Memphis Shelby-County School Board meeting focused on approving the budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, addressing literacy initiatives, and tackling teacher recruitment challenges. The approved budget, totaling $1.9 billion, aims to support educational programs, safety measures, and technology upgrades. However, discussions revealed ongoing concerns about literacy program funding and teacher recruitment, particularly in relation to the partnership with Teach for America and Literacy Mid-South.
