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Shelby County celebrated during Community Expo

Residents all across Shelby County got the chance to celebrate what's great about the county from A to Z. 

WMCTV5 - Bluff City Life with Gina Neely - Young Readers Explore Shelby County With Literacy

 The Shelby County Youth and Education Nonprofit Committee worked with the Early Literacy Consortium to develop Shelby County A to Z in an effort to contribute to the county’s literacy initiatives. Recent TNReady data shows that elementary students who made a proficient score (met or exceeded expectations) increased from 23.2% in 2023 to 26.0% in 2024.  


Shelby County A to Z is a beautiful reflection of the diversity and vibrancy of our community. Stakeholders from every sector helped to contribute to make this picture book happen. 

WREG News Channel 3: New 'Shelby County A to Z' book sparks young minds

Shelby County Deputy Administrator for Community Partnerships Janet Lo, Stand for Children Executive Director Cardell Orrin and Kifani Press Co-Founder April Foxx, showcase their new book collaboration, commissioned by Mayor Lee Harris to promote literacy among our littlest readers.

WMC- Action News 5 Segment: Shelby County A to Z Teacher Appreciation

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WMC Action News 5: Shelby County A to Z Teacher Appreciation

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Choose901: THE 901’S GOOD NEWS ROUND UP: JULY 23RD EDITION

Welcome to your source for the uplifting stories that make Memphis shine!  From innovative community projects to heartwarming tales of local heroes, there is so much good happening in the city of Memphis, TN. Take a moment to dive into the news that uplifts and unites, proving there’s plenty to cheer about in the 901!

Link: https://choose901.com/the-901s-good-news-round-up-july-23rd-edition-memphis/

Memphis Parent: Local Kindergartners Gifted New Picture Book to Explore Shelby County

Shelby County Government partners distributed 9,000 copies to early readers amid celebrating literacy milestones.

Link: https://memphisparent.com/features/kindergartners-gifted-picture-book-to-learn-about-shelby-cou/

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