Guest Column: Celebrating community voice in superintendent search
Barbara Beaver
Barbara Beaver is a member of MICAH (Memphis Interfaith Coalition for Action and Hope) and Momentum Memphis Member. Momentum Memphis is a coalition of education advocates working to unite the community for youth opportunity and success.
Zahra Altareb
Zahra Altareb is a current MSCS student at White Station High and serves as an ambassador of the MICAH Youth Council and youth organizer with Momentum Memphis.
“The inclusion of community feedback exemplifies a process that is both inclusive and reflective of our community’s values. This alignment between the Board’s actions and community expectations sets a strong foundation for the collaborative work ahead.”
Related stories
Memphis school board poised to select new superintendent Feb. 9
MSCS board members are set to select a new public schools leader from a slate of three out-of-town finalists.
Board names new Memphis-Shelby County Schools superintendent
MSCS’ Board of Education announced Marie N. Feagins as the school district’s new superintendent.
‘We will defy the odds,’ new schools’ superintendent vows
“I am committed to doing whatever it takes,” said Marie Feagins, currently chief of leadership and high schools for Detroit Public Schools Community District. Board names new Memphis-Shelby County Schools superintendentRelated story:
Comments
Want to comment on our stories? If you’re a subscriber, scroll down to the comments. If you’re not a subscriber, only paid subscribers can add their thoughts, so subscribe now. Our commenting policy can be viewed here.