Winchester Elementary School opened its food pantry in March. The government shutdown means more Memphis families are going to the school for food.

District leaders say new door-knocking campaigns and school-based attendance staff are improving student attendance.

MSCS educators say fewer students are showing up to class due to fear of encountering ICE agents while traveling to and from buildings.

Local educators say Hispanic students and parents are afraid to leave their homes and risk detainment. Some want the district to offer more support.

The commission secured just enough votes Monday to overturn the mayor’s decision. That means five school board members will serve only half of their allotted terms.

A Memphis lawmaker wants Tennessee voters to be able to recall local elected officials, including school boards, as an “accountability” measure.

Donna Goings, MSCS’ mental health director, says attendance at suicide and bullying prevention trainings dropped by two-thirds last year. That’s because most students don’t return now-required permission slips.

Superintendent Roderick Richmond is proposing sending displaced students into nearby schools to fill open seats.

Youth Connect serves a much smaller number of students than in-house MSCS providers. But it gives students a choice of therapists and flexible scheduling.

Two of the four schools slated for closure this year are located in Frayser. MSCS leaders say next Wednesday’s meeting will give families important information about suggested shutdowns and other topics.