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November 01, 2022

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Hello MSCS Families,

We'd like to introduce you to your very own newsletter filled with articles, District news, events, and timely information.

                           

MSCS Announces Literacy Commitment to Boost Reading Across All Grades


When children enter the third grade, they’re no longer learning how to read. They’re reading to learn. And if they aren’t on grade level by the end of third grade, things will get tough.


According to Chief Academic Officer Jaron Carson, MSCS started with the third-grade commitment, but as the world evolves, so did we. And that’s why the former third-grade commitment is now the MSCS Literacy Commitment. 
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Memphis 13: 'They're all superheroes'

History was made 61 years ago when 13 Black first-graders were the first students to integrate into the legacy Memphis City Schools district. They are now known as the Memphis 13. Memphis artist Jamond Bullock said, "In my book, I think they’re all superheroes." Springdale Elementary School, one of the schools integrated in 1961, recently honored the Memphis 13, recognizing the courage they showed as children.

DATES & ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOVEMBER

  • Election Day - Nov. 8 (Students Out)
  • Veterans Day - Nov. 11 (Students Out)
  • Family Data Nights (District-wide) - Click here for your school's date
  • Reminder: Students in grades 4-12, complete the Student Voices Survey: Link
  • See this timely message on school safety from Gov. Bill Lee: Link



UPCOMING ATHLETIC EVENTS 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE MSCS CALENDAR 


SCHOLARSHIPS & CONTESTS:

NOVEMBER

  • Tennessee History Day: Link
  • ArcGIS Online Competition for U.S. High School and Middle School Students: Link
  • Space Design Competition: Link
  • American Computer Science League: Link
  • Exploratory Latin Exam: Link
  • Pegasus National Mythology Exam: Link
  • Medusa Mythology Exam: Link
  • National Recreation Trails Photo Contest: Link

You can’t spell “ready” without READ!


The Fall re-launch of Ready4K is the week of Nov. 14. Ready4K is a research-based text-messaging program that will help parents continue their children's learning at home. Engaging in Ready4K requires no special equipment or additional steps by schools, teachers, or families. Click here to learn more about how it works.

Wells Station ES Hype Morning Announcement

The students at Wells Station ES are greeted with a nontraditional way of listening to the morning announcements. Coach "DJ Farmer" brings excitement first thing in the morning by hyping up the students with her "DJ" voice.

The MSCS family is made up of newsmakers! From our students and teachers to our coaches and support staff, everyone in Memphis-Shelby County Schools has a story. We are committed to showcasing those stories!

Below are a few highlights shared by local news outlets.

MSCS Welcomes Newly Appointed School Board Member - Former Educator Frank Johnson

Read the MSCS Newsroom article here

MSCS students participate in ‘Read for the Record’

Read the WMC article here

Memphis district records its lowest NAEP scores, showing COVID’s devastating impact

Read Chalkbeat's article here

Letter from the Superintendent: MSCS Critical Needs Assessment

Read the MSCS Newsroom article here

MSCS Nutrition Services is responsible for all District cafeterias, serving breakfast and lunch to 105,000 students daily. Click the image or click this link to view the meals being served at your child's school.
 
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