Opinion: Memphis’ future depends on transforming education
Sherwood Middle School 8th Graders complete an alebra assignment in a “virtual classroom” environment. (The Daily Memphian file)
Toni Williams
Toni Williams is interim superintendent of Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS).
Mark Sturgis
Mark Sturgis is the founder and CEO of Memphis-based Seeding Success.
“We must break down the system silos, invest strategically in communities, and hold ourselves across public and private interests accountable for results.”
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