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Kate Crowder

Kate Crowder

Kate Crowder is a freelance writer and veteran educator who has taught for over a decade in public schools. The longtime Memphian and mother of three is frequently found on the stage as musician, actor, or director when not filling her role as contributor and Assistant Editor at High Ground News.

Kate Crowder's Latest Articles

Parents as first teachers: The cornerstone of a healthy society

Porter-Leath, best known for its Head Start Preschool programs, is addressing the needs of Memphis children long before they enter their first Pre-K classroom. Through Cornerstone, a home visit program that educates parents in high risk areas, they are impacting children from conception to age three.

New interactive kiosk offers important parenting pointers
Dr. J. Helen Perkins
City Visionary: Dr. J. Helen Perkins

Memphis is a place full of seemingly tireless people creatively working to push the city forward--grit and grind doesn't just characterize our basketball. In this series, we introduce you to some of the city's visionary leaders who are facing challenges and innovating for solutions.

Walking as one for the Church Health Center
Ballet Memphis featured on Culture Shock: Miami
Redefining family fun at Memphis Rock-n-Romp

Beginning as a small backyard gathering for parents who wanted to stay connected to the local music scene, Memphis Rock-n-Romp has grown into a series of family-friendly concerts that attract thousands each year. With the tenth season opening this weekend, find out what the concert series has to offer--and why Memphis seems to do it best.

Why wear the dress of your dreams only once?
Nun on a bus to Memphis: Annual Gerard A. Vanderhaar Symposium
Memphis Farmer’s Market opens for the season
Sculptural bike gateway to Overton Park made by artist Tylur French
Memphis is front cover news for Rails to Trails Magazine

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