Draft:Community Alliance Group of Memphis
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| Motto | Building Relationships & Bridging The Gap |
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| Founder(s) | LaTasha Thornton |
| Key people | Joan Chavez, Latonia Richardson, Christopher Walton, Dykeshia White, Sarah Davis, Jewell Love, Brian Harris |
| Website | https://www.cagmemphis.org |
Overview
The Community Alliance Group (CAG) is a non-profit organization based in Memphis, Tennessee, focused on education and teacher preparation for urban school environments. Founded by LaTasha Thornton, the organization aims to improve educational, social, and emotional outcomes for students in urban schools.
Mission and Vision
CAG's stated mission is to develop and support a diverse network of new educators to help restore communities and public education. The organization envisions a future where all students in urban schools can thrive educationally, socially, and emotionally.
Programs and Services
Teacher Education Program: CAG offers an accelerated teacher education program designed to prepare educators for urban school environments. The program includes:
- Praxis Exam Preparation: Seminars to help aspiring teachers pass certification exams.
- Practicum: Supervised practical teaching experience in urban school settings.
- Job Placement Assistance: Participation in local hiring fairs and career preparation.
- Mentoring: Ongoing coaching for program participants, referred to as "CAG Corps members."
Training Areas: The teacher education program covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Equity and equality in education
- Instructional practices and strategies
- Data analysis and data-driven instruction
- Classroom management techniques
- Special education and ESL student accommodation
- Social-emotional learning
- Foundational literacy instruction
- Lesson planning and backward planning
- Teacher effectiveness measures
- Use of educational technology and online platforms
Community Engagement Initiatives
CAG reports engaging in several community-focused activities:
- Coalition Building: Developing partnerships with community members and leaders.
- Stakeholder Involvement: Facilitating conversations about student academic needs with community stakeholders.
- Parent Education: Providing resources to help parents support their children's education.
External Links
- Official CAG website: https://www.cagmemphis.org
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