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May 17, 2013

Commissioner Huffman: ASD Teacher Katrina Armor Makes a Profound Difference In Lives of Students

By Jeremy Jones

In some ways, it is a completely new idea: the builder of the possible, the architect of the future.  In the Achievement School District, we are looking near and far for teachers who are excited to BUILD THE POSSIBLE. It takes a special person to do this work.  Our teachers are deeply committed to their ...

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May 14, 2013

Be Recognized for Being a Builder of the Possible

By Ash Solar

Tennessee Department of Education is now offering a new package of financial incentives to help attract and retain TN’s most effective teachers to into its Priority Schools- including our Achievement Schools. Starting now, the state will fund $7,000 signing bonuses for every new Level 5 teacher that joins an Achievement School! They are also offering ...

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May 13, 2013

A Grizzly Attitude For Achievement

By Ronnie Mackin

“It takes a little courage, and a little self control. And some grim determination, if you want to reach the goal. It takes a deal of striving, and a firm and stern-set chin. No matter what the battle, if you really want to win. There’s no easy path to glory, there’s no road to fame. ...

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May 11, 2013

VIDEO: Travis Green On Being An AAC Member

By Achievement Advisory Council

Travis Green currently serves in an administrative role at the University of Memphis. Last year, he was a member of the Achievement Advisory Council. Watch this video on the importance of having a voice in the future of Memphis education. APPLY NOW.

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May 11, 2013

EXTENDED DEADLINE for the Achievement Advisory Council: Apps Due May 17th

By Achievement Advisory Council

The Achievement School District is excited to launch the search for the new Achievement Advisory Council (AAC). We are looking for individuals who are committed to their community and the students therein and who are willing to have conversations about the needs of neighborhood schools and potential change to come. In their roles, the AAC ...

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