Leadership Memphis expands horizons for high school students

In a program initiated just last year, Leadership Memphis has been opening the doors for Shelby County high school students to pursue secondary degrees and other after high school opportunities. […]

Splish and Binti, the Memphis Zoo’s two female hippos
New 4-acre Zoo exhibit rehomes hippos
Renderings of the Ballet Memphis headquarters
Ballet Memphis releases design for new location
Memphis Film Prize aims to increse local filmmaking
GQ’s ‘love letter’ to Gus’s Fried Chicken
Accolades and new staff for Indie Memphis
Local law firm noted as a great workplace for giving back
Memphis Gun Down focuses on crime prevention

Intervention is a major component of Memphis Gun Down’s efforts to reduce youth gun crimes in the city.  

Blight charter takes fight to next level

The Memphis Neighborhood Blight Elimination Charter brings together those in the community with a vested interest in fighting back against unsightly buildings and lots across the city.  

Adrian Smith teaches 10th-grade English at KIPP Memphis Collegiate High School
‘Committing to Memphis’ through Teach for America

Since its charter corps in 2006, Teach for America - Memphis has been infusing local schools with new, talented educators who are passionate about giving students the opportunity to succeed. There are currently 360 alums in the region who continue to advocate for education reform from the classroom and beyond.  

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