
Mother, Daughter, Sister, Advocate, Educator, Mentor, and Consultant...I ❤️ my babies! #DST
Memphis, TN
Joined October 2015
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Thank you to our special guests for showing up, speaking life into our students, and reminding them that their voices matter. Civic Learning Day was a success because of their support!#greatnessgrowhere #tntoy
Today, our Future Leaders of STEM members learned from the experts at UES. Real-world STEM experiences open doors, spark curiosity, and show our students that their dreams can become reality💙🔬✨ Greatness grows here! #nbctstrong
#FutureLeadersOfSTEM #GreatnessGrowsHere #MSCS
Honored to be in Nashville presenting with my colleague and sharing the great work from our school and @MSCSK12. Grateful to learn from the Commissioner, TSIN, and STEM educators across Tennessee. #mscs #GREATNESSGROWSHERE #TOY
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My students are counting on us 💙
Voting starts TOMORROW and we must stay #1.
Let’s do this for our babies 🧪
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#ForTheKids #Memphis #STEM #americafavoriteteacher
My students are counting on us 💙
Voting starts TOMORROW and we must stay #1.
Let’s do this for our babies 🧪
👉 americasfavteacher.org/2026/…
#ForTheKids #Memphis #STEM #americafavoriteteacher
.@rodrichmond1 believes in Memphis ❤️
Strong leadership. Big vision.
Greatness grows here! #2023TNTOY
We are proud to announce the appointment of Dr. @rodrichmond1, as the Superintendent of Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS). A lifelong Memphian and dedicated educator, Dr. Richmond brings decades of experience and a deep commitment to the students, families, and communities we serve.
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This week, TECA educators, plus a group of students, attended the fourth annual TECA Day On The Hill at the Tennessee State Capitol. Attendees expressed appreciation for being in the room to experience committee meetings that included debates and important topics.
Tomorrow will bring engineers. Today my second graders explored ultrasound technology through a collaboration with a University of Memphis professor. When students see it early, they begin to believe they can become it.
Future Leaders of STEM start young!
Two of our Future Leaders of STEM members competed in The @MLGW A-Blazing Race: A Model Solar Car Race at the University of Memphis – College of Engineering. They came in 🥇 first place! #herffeday26 #greatnessgrowshere #mscs #johnpfreeman
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We're taking a look back at The Teachers' Lounge: Holiday Cheers!. Hosted by EndorsED Strategies Group, TECA, and Rich Off Education, the December 2025 event provided Memphis area educators with a casual space to unwind, eat, drink, connect, & celebrate the end of the semester.
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Your confidence in my leadership is deeply humbling & I remain committed to serving this community with steadfast dedication. I’m grateful for every board member, educator, staff member, parent, & most of all, student, who help make our district stronger each day. With gratitude.
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Shout out to West Tennessee Ambassador and 2023 E3 Awards Honoree Melissa Collins, who hosted a night for educators to connect, converse, and recharge. Thanks to Slice of Soul in Memphis for catering to us with delicious food and a welcoming environment. 👏🏽
Professor Moran, an earthquake scientist, from the University of Memphis,co‑taught with me. Students built structures to survive an earthquake shake, testing their ideas hands‑on. He inspired them with these words: “One day, you could be a student at the @UofMemphisEngr
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Big thanks to Dr. Melissa Collins! She met our Teacher Leader Fellows virtually after they engaged in a discussion of her book. We were so honored to hear from you! #TeachInDavis @CollinsNBCT @UTPublicEd @DavisSchools @NNSTOY #TeachersLeading
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Nominate outstanding TN educators for the CS Excellence Awards!
Applications open until Oct 30. Winners celebrated at CSME in Nashville, Dec 10.
Submit a nomination today: tsin.org/cs-momentum-expedit…
#CSEducation #STEM #TNEd
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A STEAM professional led the oath as my second graders donned their white coats 👩🏽🔬👨🏿🔬—learning what it means to lead in STEAM. Tiny Coats. Big Dreams. #WhiteCoatCeremony #STEAMleaders #FutureInnovators #Memphis #nbctstrong
Second graders had their white coat ceremony! 🥼 Led by STEM professionals, cheered on by proud parents. Future scientists in the making! #WhiteCoatCeremony #STEMkids #NextGenScience
























