S3E23 - "Known, Loved, and Educated"

"Education can help build better communities."

Kerrie Jackson, a former classroom educator, works to make sure the next generation of scholars and families make meaningful connections. As the Director of Gestalt Community Schools' N.I.C.E. Program (Network, Inclusion, Culture and Equity), she works with community partners to create advocacy, wellness, and overall "pulse-checks" for all.

Resources mentioned in this episode include:

• Kathleen Terry-Sharp's 2023 TEDxMemphis Talk titled "Horses, Hippogriffs, & Insights for Humanity"
• David Jamison II's (aka The Dope Educator) 2023 TEDxMemphis Talk titled "Reaching the Heart of Kids"
• Kim Halyak's 2023 TEDxMemphis Talk titled "Neighborhood Beautification Grows Greenbacks"
• Gestalt Community Schools
• N.I.C.E. Program
• Sweetgrass Counseling & Consultation
• Church Health Nutrition Hub
• N.I.C.E Team Eventbrite page

This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.