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Category: Policy

  • SB0025 to Governor, City Council Approves Surrender – #MCS

    This morning, as expected, the State House passed SB0025 which now goes to the Governor. There are three actions the Governor can take. He can: sign it, veto it, or refuse to sign it but allow it to become law after 10 days. Previous press reports have said that he would consult with Mayors Wharton…

  • Call to Action – State Education Committees #MCS – Updated

    Update: It was brought to my attention that SB0025 will be before the Senate Finance Committee at 3pm today. I’ve added the email information for members of that committee also. The Education Committee of the State Senate is meeting today to consider SB0025 sponsored by Sen. Mark Norris and SB0015 sponsored by Sen. Brian Kelsey…

  • The Bigger Picture

    For those of you that have been following the MCS situation, you may be wondering about the impact of upcoming election on the students. There are a lot of variables, and the answer to this question is not immediately clear. One thing we do know is the current situation is dire, and the conditions that…

  • A New Era of Learning

    One of the things that has been largely absent from the ongoing discussion regarding the fate of education in Shelby County, as well as the rest of the nation for that matter, is the question, “How do we best educate our children for whatever the future may hold for them?” Answering that question is really…

  • Vote Yes for School Unity – Media Event

    Below is video I shot of the Press Conference this morning at 11. I got there just as Commissioner Chism was wrapping up so I don’t have his presentation. Also, the video is a little shaky as I’m getting used to both shooting with a flip and my new glasses. I’m working on one more…

  • News Conference – Citizens for Better Education

    Citizens for Better Education Vote “Yes” for School Unity January 6, 2011 MEDIA OPPORTUNITY WHAT: Members of Citizens for Better Education, Elected Officials, Community Leaders and Parents are holding a news conference to discuss: • The County Commission’s role • The Petition Drive • Citizens for Better Education’s campaign WHEN: Friday, January 7, 2011 at…