Parents & kids

KIPP charter public high school to open in Memphis

Submitted by Tracey Rogers, News Director

Monday, July 19th, 2010, 4:51pm

Action News 5 received this press release from KIPP:

KIPP has announced that Richard Bailey will open a KIPP public charter high school in Memphis in 2011. This will be the second school for KIPP Memphis, which plans to expand to eight schools by 2015. When all of its schools reach full enrollment in 2015, KIPP Memphis will serve over 2,500 students from the highest-need communities in Memphis. Richard Bailey, an experienced teacher from KIPP DIAMOND Academy, is currently participating in KIPP’s prestigious year-long leadership training program called the Fisher Fellowship.

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Three Collierville girls earn Girl Scouting's highest award

Submitted by Steve Crain, WMCTV.com

Friday, July 16th, 2010, 3:00pm

Information provided by Girl Scouts Heart of the South.

For demonstrating a higher commitment to service Angela Autry, Lindsay Murphy and Diamond Smith have earned the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. Angela and Lindsay have been awarded a $1,000 Girl Scout Gold Award Scholarship to further her educational goals.

“I was raised knowing that education was the most important tool I could have,” said Lindsay. “ I have had many opportunities to do good things because of Girl Scouts and I am very grateful to the program.

A Girl Scout Gold Award project is something that a girl can be passionate about. It creates change or action with long-term possibilities, empowering others besides just the girl. The project is more than a good service project—it encompasses organizational, leadership, and networking skills. The Gold Award is highly respected by colleges, universities and employers.

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Night of wrestling to raise money for the Med

Submitted by Tracey Rogers, News Director

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010, 5:00pm

Action News 5 received this press release from the Med Foundation:

Mississippi Family
Organizes Wrestling Fundraiser
for The MED Foundation

Shelia and Jimmy “The Ghostrider” Willard are organizing a night of wrestling at the Agricenter International July 24th to raise money for The MED Foundation.

While one in four people you know may need The MED one day, the Willards have needed it on two separate occasions to save their loved ones.

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Chess tournament

Submitted by Tracey Rogers, News Director

Monday, July 12th, 2010, 3:52pm

Action News 5 received this press release from the Memphis Public Library:

CORDOVA BRANCH LIBRARY HOSTS CHESS TOURNAMENT

The Memphis Chess Club invites teens 12 – 17 years old to the Cordova Branch Library, 8457 Trinity Road, on Saturday, July 17, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for a chess tournament. Beginner through intermediate players can enter.

Tony Maneclang, United States Chess Club Federation Tournament Director and Memphis Chess Club Secretary, touts exposing the benefits of chess to a wider audience as a precipitator for holding the event at the Library. “Chess players compare multiple moves. So, kids develop their analytical skills playing the game.” Maneclang adds that improved problem-solving skills are another byproduct of play. “Finding solutions under time-pressure makes players focus.”

Unlike other competitive sports, there’s no height, size, or physical advantage.

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Sales Tax Holiday to provide savings for Tenn. shoppers

Submitted by Brittney Goo on Tuesday, July 6th, 2:39 pm

The fifth annual Tennessee Sales Tax Holiday will begin Friday, Aug. 6 and will continue through Sunday, Aug. 8. During this weekend, consumers can save almost 10 percent on tax-free clothing, school and art supplies and computer purchases.

Gov. Phil Bredesen said the holiday is intended to help families across the state.

"The holiday provides much needed savings for all Tennessee shoppers and prepares children for success by making sure they start the first day of school properly equipped with items they need," Bredesen said.

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Agricenter 4th of July

Submitted by Tracey Rogers, News Director

Friday, July 2nd, 2010, 5:37pm

Press release:

4th of July Celebration
Sponsored by Raleigh Assembly & The Springs @ Southwind

SUNDAY ~ JULY 4, 2010 10:30 am — 2:00 pm
Inside Agricenter International 7777 Walnut Grove Road Memphis, TN 38120

It’s all about
FAITH, FAMILY, FUN

Free Food ~ Incredible Music ~ Games ~ Fellowship

9:45 Doors Open/Vendor Showcase&nb

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Summer debate instititute registration extended

Submitted by Tracey Rogers, News Director

Friday, July 2nd, 2010, 5:14pm

Press relase

Summer Debate Institute Announced
When: July 19 - 23
Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM Daily
Where: University of Memphis
Theatre and Communications Building
This program is offered free of charge to all MCS high school students. Non-MCS high school students may attend for a fee of $300.00.
During the program we will prepare the students to debate the national high-school policy debate topic for 2010-2011. We will provide instruction, core files and supplies. Students must bring their own lunch, or money to purchase lunch on campus. Students are also responsible for their own transportation.
Pre-Registration is required. Registration forms are available on the website, www.memphisdebate.org and must be completed and sent to:
Memphis Urban Debate League
Attn: Chrysti Chandler Burnett
205 N.