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Tennessee schools could remove students with disabilities from classroom before assessment under proposed rule change

By Melissa Brown | June 18, 2025, 4:28pm CDT Tennessee may soon make it easier for schools to temporarily remove some students with disabilities from their classrooms. The proposed rule being considered by the Tennessee Board of Education would amend existing guidelines to allow schools to move a student deemed a “disruptive force” to a more restrictive environment before…
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National report ranks TN among worst 10 states for spending per student

A national educators association said in its 2025 report that Tennessee spent around $12,616 per student, putting the state at 44th in the nation. Author: Chris Salvemini Published: 5:04 PM EDT April 30, 2025 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A national report found that Tennessee teachers make just over the state’s minimum living wage, on average, and said that…
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Tennessee pauses bill targeting right to education regardless of immigration status

The direction announced by House Majority Leader William Lamberth, the bill sponsor, diminishes the chances for it to pass this year. April 22, 2025, 9:41 AM CDT / Source: The Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Republican lawmakers in Tennessee have paused a bill meant to challenge the constitutional right for children to attend public schools regardless of their…
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Chattanooga firefighter case heard by Tennessee Supreme Court

January 8, 2025 at 9:00 p.m. by Sofia Saric The Tennessee Supreme Court is considering to what extent judges can review an agency’s denial of disability benefits after a Chattanooga firefighter was refused coverage from a city fund over his post-traumatic stress disorder. Matthew Long worked as a Chattanooga firefighter for 15 years, according to a court…
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Local Organizations

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• Blood:Water -  Blood:Water is an equipping agency that partners with African grassroots organizations to address the HIV/AIDS and water crises. We do this by identifying Africa's hidden heroes and coming alongside their vision for change. We provide technical, financial, and organizational support so that African civil society organizations have expanded reach and effectiveness in the communities they serve.


• Thistle Farms- Thistle Farms is a nonprofit social enterprise dedicated to helping women survivors recover and heal from prostitution, trafficking, and addiction. We do this by providing a safe place to live, a meaningful job, and a lifelong sisterhood of support.


• Gideon’s Army - The Mission of Gideon’s Army is to act collectively, boldly and strategically as a unified force for all children. Placing children first at all times, we eliminate the root causes of the prison pipeline, save our children from death and incarceration and guide them on a secure path to success. We will not stop until the pipeline is dismantled. We will not quit on our children.


• Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee - The mission of Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee is to provide food to people facing hunger and work to advance hunger solutions. Approximately 339,410 people in 46 Tennessee counties receive food from SHFB each year. Food is distributed through 460 not-for-profit agencies such as senior centers, treatment facilities, low-income daycare centers, and food pantries. SHFB operates an Emergency Food Box program in Davidson County that helps individuals and families with emergency food needs. SHFB's Children's Feeding Programs provide low-income children with a nutritious evening meal or a Backpack bag of food for the weekend when school meals are not available. Our grocery rescue effort picks up food products from grocery stores and distributes them to partner agencies in our service area. The Project Preserve Program purchases and manufactures millions of pounds of food for distribution to agencies in Middle Tennessee as well as to food banks across the country.


• The Store - The Store operates as a year-round free grocery store allowing people to shop for their basic needs. There is no charge to those referred or to the people and agencies that send them. They may shop for food to supplement their income during times of crisis and as they work toward self-sufficiency.

• Shower The People - Access to shower and laundry services is one of the greatest unmet needs of Nashville’s homeless community, with only 15 showers currently available on a walk-in basis to those experiencing homelessness. Many of these locations are only available during specific times or days of the week. Shower The People’s focus is on providing showers and mobile laundry services to those individuals with the most barriers and most limited access to these facilities throughout Davidson County.


• The Launch Pad- The Launch Pad’s Mission is To create a network of temporary safer sleeping shelters for homeless youth 18-24 years of age, which are open and affirming to LGBTQ youth.


• Project Return - Project Return is solely dedicated to the successful new beginnings of people who are returning to our community after incarceration. We provide the resources and services needed to gain employment and build full and free lives.


• The Oasis Center - Located in Nashville, Oasis Center is a nationally-recognized organization on a mission to help young people in Middle Tennessee move into a happy, healthy, and productive adulthood. Every year, we engage over 3,500 youth and families across a broad spectrum of programs and services designed to help them reach their full potential.


• Book ‘Em - Book’em's mission is to create a more literate Nashville and ignite children’s passion for reading through book ownership and enthusiastic volunteers. 

Volunteer Events

Día de Muertos, Where the Past Is Present

Since the Mesoamerican era, in what is now Mexico, the emphasis on death was an integral part of the culture. Upon the arrival of the Spaniards, Catholic religious rites were mixed with the worldview of the native peoples, which gave way to the celebration of departed loved ones. On November 1, known on the Catholic…

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Legal Resource Day

El Paso and Teller County legal organizations and nonprofits to host free legal resource day Event will include legal presentations, advice and assistance Friday October 25, 2024 (COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.) – The 4th Judicial District Access to Justice Committee will host a free Legal Resource Day from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25th, at the…

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Casa Central’s 2024 Fundraising Gala – 70th Anniversary Disco Party

Tickets are on sale now for Casa Central’s 70th Anniversary “Disco Party” Fundraising Gala 2024. Scan the QR code above or visit https://give.casacentral.org/70th-Anniversary-Gala to buy your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable evening! WHEN: Friday, October 18th, 6pm – 12am, afterparty ‘til 1am WHERE: Lacuna Lofts, 2150 S Canalport Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 Casa Central was founded in…

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Boston Desegregation and Busing Initiative: What Happened in Boston’s Schools and Neighborhoods?

Come learn about what happened in Boston’s schools and neighborhoods and the legacy of desegregation and busing. SESSION 1: 10am-12pm – What happened in the school and neighorhods when Boston School Desegregation and Busing began? SESSION 2: 1pm-3pm – The Legacy of Desegregation and Busing: Success or Failure?

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Equity in Health: A Brunch Conversation – Phoenix Chapter

Brunch while discussing pressing health equity issues, sharing of insights and connecting with others who are committed to advancing equity in our communities.

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Timely and Adaptive Strategies to Optimize Suicide Prevention Interventions

Therapeutic interventions are now being applied in ways that may enhance timely and tailored strategies to address suicide risk. This approach requires ready access to end-user data that informs proactive intervention strategies. This webinar will consider 1) which data sources are best equipped to inform intervention strategies, 2) which intervention aspects should involve tailoring strategies…

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Christmas Unlimited: Operation Back to School

For a moment imagine you are a carpenter and show up on the job site with only a pencil and a hammer. You’re told to start framing a house — no nails, no saw, no square, no level.  How can anyone expect you to do your job without the right materials?  At the start of…

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Advocating for your child with significant healthcare needs

Parents and guardians of children or young adults with significant health care needs bring a wealth of information to their health care team. Combining your personal knowledge with advocacy skills can help ensure that your child or young adult receives the best quality of care. This workshop will review using service plans (IHPs, IEPs, and…

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Gift Cards For Guns

The Sacramento Police Department is offering gift cards for guns. You can trade in old or unused firearms at Kinney Police Station, 3550 Marysville Blvd. in Sacramento, in September, according to its post on X.  “No questions asked. No identification required. No ammunition allowed,” the department said.  According to the police department, there is a…

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