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O N TH E COV E R The David family — Rico (9), Chris (40), Jordie (14), and Erica (37) — enjoy treats from Los Tacos Jarochos and Los Jarochos Paleteria y Neveria on Summer Avenue.

Illustrations by Bryan Rollins

6 Arts Hands-on programs for kids Art destinations for families 8 Health Emergency contacts Pregnancy and newborn classes Support services for families 13 Education Shelby County Schools overview Shelby County optional schools Charter schools

OUR STAFF Editor Jane Schneider

Art Director Bryan Rollins Advertising Art Director Christopher Myers Graphic Designer Jeremiah Matthews

Independent schools Special needs schools Catholic Schools of Memphis 22 Youth Sports 23 2016-2017 Family Events Calendar 26 Attractions Free, cheap, fun destinations for families

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EDITOR’S NOTE

JANE SCHNEIDER

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CONNECT WITH US Ah, the joy of summer. I hope this season finds you enjoying more relaxing times, and slowing down the frenetic pace that family life tends to travel during the school year.

Summer is my favorite time to dream and travel and garden, among other things.

It’s grown more relaxed, now that my son is living in his own apartment. Would you believe he’s approaching his last year of college? That reality doesn’t seem possible.

Those milestones simply fly by.

I remember when Ev was just becoming a teenager. He would often lay on his bed in his bedroom, daydreaming of future adventures and destinations that would be his alone. His boyish face had begun to loose the fullness of youth that summer, his jaw line becoming more defined and angular. In the spring of that year, when he had just turned 14, his voice also began to break.

Periodically, he would answer his phone (yes, we’d actually talk sometimes instead of texting!) and out would come this resonant sound so deep and rich that I’d have to pull the phone away from my face to make sure I had dialed the right number.

(If you haven’t had that happen yet with your teenage boy, trust me, it will.)

In the background of those days, I can remember hearing the jumpy, jangly music that often wafted from his bedroom: hiphop, rap, jazz on occasion, even soundtracks from popular films he liked, like Wall-E and

Slumdog Millionaire. Once upon a time when he was young, we listened to storytelling tales about Paul Bunyon and Finn McCool and sang silly songs from Sesame Street and Blues Clues. Now, it was the throbbing rhythms of Three Doors Down or the metronomic thump of his drum kit as he practiced. Why drums?

“Because sometimes I have to hit something,” he told me once. All those hormones no doubt.

I didn’t mind. I didn’t mind any of it, really (okay, the surliness from the hormones I minded). But the music and his evolving views on the world filled our home with life and engaging topics we could discuss over the dinner table. Of course, finding those points of connection as the teen years continued became more and more challenging. He didn’t want to engage as often, and as he became more selfsufficient, my ability to help him out was needed less and less. I wanted that independence for him, as all parents do, yet there was still so much I wanted to share.

The challenge for me was to meet him where he was and hope we could find those mutual points of connectivity.

As it turns out, that’s often the case for my job here, as the editor of this magazine.

Each month, I work with a talented group of freelance writers to information on subjects we hope you’ll find of interest, ideas that will connect with your world.

The challenge is making sure we meet you where you are, both with news and information that’s relevant to your life and the way in which we deliver that news.

To that end, I hope you’ll find our 2016 Family Survival Guide a useful directory to have on hand throughout the year. The listings you’ll find are geared to helping your family live a fuller, happier life in Memphis. Whether it’s going out to enjoy a museum’s free day, finding a sports team for your soccer player, or knowing what agencies you can turn to in times of need, you’ll find those resources and much more inside these pages.

Starting this month, you’ll also find Memphis Parent at your favorite Kroger store, as we are now available at all 35 Kroger groceries in Shelby County and north Mississippi.

By the way, we’re also carried at more than 480 outlets across the city, including pediatric offices, public and private schools, hospitals, day care centers, the public library systems, and retail stores in Germantown, Collierville, and Bartlett. Find the nearest pickup point in your neighborhood by visiting us online, we’re available 24/7 at memphisparent.com.

Rely on our calendar of daily events to keep you engaged, then join in the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Pintrest. Let us know what’s going on in your world. We want to connect with you.

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Hattiloo Theatre 37 S. Cooper • 525-0009 hattiloo.org Hattiloo welcomes families to their new facility in Overton Square. The troupe offers Camp Awareness, a month-long, intensive theatre camp for ages 9-14 at the Rhodes College Campus. Cost: $125/week or $500/for summer, May 30-July 1.

New Day Children’s Theatre 4630 Merchant’s Park Circle, #737, Collierville • 853-9669 newdaytheatre.org The theatre offers main stage productions, summer camps, and an opportunity to participate in Page Robbins Players. All experience levels welcome for kids ages 5-18.

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Arts education and destinations — where creativity is nourished ARTS EDUCATION

VISUAL ARTS CLASSES Creative Minds Art Studios 449 Highway 72, Suite 113, Collierville • 316-7330 creativemindsartstudios.com Full- and half-day programs educate and inspire young artists.

Camps for ages 4-12 expose kids to a mix of age-appropriate topics and techniques. Costs vary.

Garden Path Studio 597 Madison • 603-2520 kristiduckworth.com Memphis mosaic artist Kristi Duckworth opens her studio Thursdays 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for fun in pottery, paint, and mosaics. $20 for tools; supplies extra.

Sew Memphis 2075 Madison • 244-6224 sewmemphis.com Help your child learn to sew. Sew Memphis projects include tote bags, pajama pants, and peasant tops. Machines on-site or bring your own.

THEATER CAMPS AND CLASSES Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center 3663 Appling, Bartlett • 385-6440 bpacc.org Summer theatre camps in June and July for ages 8-13 and one week for teens ages 12-16.

TheatreKids stage two shows for 2016-17 season.

Memphis Black Arts Alliance/ FireHouse Community Arts Center 985 S. Bellevue/Elvis Presley Blvd.

948-9522 memphisblackartsalliance.org At Arts-A-F!RE Summer Camp, kids learn and have fun with American-African history and geography, acting, jazz/hip-hop, and African dance. Also musical theatre, drawing, photography, and more leading up to the Showcase Finale.

Memphis Youth Musical Theater Memphis Racquet Club, 5111 Sanderlin • 921-0388 childrenstheaterclassesmemphis.com Memphis Youth Musical Theater and Children’s Ballet Theater specialize in dance musical theater.

Also available: Fairy Ballet camp and Choreography camp.

The Orpheum 203 S. Main • 525-7800 Tickets: 525-3000. orpheum-memphis.com The Orpheum Theatre brings Broadway to Memphis with a slate of Tony-award-winning shows. The 2016 movie series offers familyfriendly movies, including The Sound of Music and Muppet Treasure Island. The new Halloran Cenre for the Performing Arts and Education offers summer camps for kids from grades 4-12.

DeSoto Family Theatre Landers Center, 4560 Ventura, Southaven, MS (662) 280-6546 • dftonline.org DFT offers summer theatre camps for kids ages 5-16. Campers learn character development and ensemble work. At press time, limited spots were available for Shrek Jr. The Musical, July 11-29 (ages 10+), and Annie, July 11-22 (ages 8-16). Others, too. Cost: $250-$300.

Playhouse on the Square’s Theatre Education 66 S. Cooper • 728-5631 playhouseonthesquare.org POTS Summer Youth Theatre Conservatory offers one-, two-, and three-week programs for kids ages 5-17. Summer camp teaches auditioning and acting to improv and dance. Tots serves ages 5-6, Junior Conservatory ages 7-11, and Senior Conservatory ages 12-17.

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Pinot’s Palette 5040 Sanderlin, #111 • 761-0012 pinotspalette.com/sanderlin This painting studio combines fun and skill development in drawing using acrylics. Ask about birthday parties.

Germantown Community Theatre 3037 Forest Hill-Irene • 453-7447 gctcomeplay.org Kids learn theatre arts, singing, and dancing at Fun in Theatre (FIT) Summer Camp for children ages 5-12. Check out Newsies (July 11-15) and Murder Mystery Camp (July 18-22). Cost: $145-$210. Fall brings Saturday drama classes.

Register online.

Seize the Clay 3084 Poplar, Chickasaw Oaks Village • 323-2991 seizetheclay.net A paint-your-own-pottery studio.

Also available: glass-fusing, mosaics, and pottery wheel work.

Summer Camp for ages 8+, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Campers do handmade clay work and throw on the wheel.

Harrell Performing Arts Theatre 440 West Powell, Collierville 457-2780 harrelltheatre.org Harrell partners with the New Day Children’s Theatre to offer Performing Arts Camp for kids ages 7-18. This year, campers perform The Little Mermaid (June 6-17) and High School Musical (June 20-July 1). Cost: $350.

Tennessee Shakespeare Company P.O. Box 382143, Germantown 759-0604 tnshakespeare.org This professional theater and education organization offers three summer camps for 2016: Fun With Fables and Folklore (for ages 4-6), Live Your Own Fairy Tale (for ages 7-11), and Create Your Own Shakespearian Tale (for ages 12-18).

Memphis College of Art Community Education 1930 Poplar • 272-5142 mca.edu MCA’s Summer Art Camp offers one-week sessions with full- and half-day options for ages 5 to 18.

Paint-a-Piece 9289 Poplar, Suite 103, Germantown 754-0884 paintapiece.com Summer workshops for ages 5-15 in pottery, painting, and crafts.

One Saturday each month introduces kids to canvas painting.

Birthday parties & showers, too.

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Theatre Memphis 630 Perkins Ext. • 682-8323 theatrememphis.org This year, Theatre Memphis offers a brand new summer experience, an original script of Head, Heart, and Courage, inspired by the Wizard of Oz. Open to ages 6-18.

MUSIC LESSONS Bartlett Music Academy 7505 Highway 64, Suite 107 213-4262 bartlettmusicstore.com The academy offers classes for piano, keyboard, voice, violin, guitar (acoustic, electric, and bass), flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, sax, and brass.

Instruments for sale or rent.

Lane Music 9309 Poplar, Germantown 755-5025 lanemusic.com Lane Music provides lessons for piano, guitar, drum, bass, violin, and band instruments. Group piano lessons in the fall.

Instruments for sale or rent.

Circle Music Center 5124 Poplar • 937-8484 memphispiano.com Circle Music Center offers lessons on band and orchestra instruments, guitar, and piano.

Instruments available for sale or rent. Facility includes 100-seat recital hall.

Music for Aardvarks memphisaardvarks.com • 871-0227 Music for Aardvarks is an interactive music enrichment program for parents and children 8 months to 5 years. Classes incorporate singing, dancing, instrument play, and musical storytelling, as well as live guitar.

Semester-long sessions available in East Memphis and Midtown. Ask about birthday parties.

Students audition in July. The 28th Annual Chance to Dance, an intensive summer program for ages 7-19, runs July 5-29.

Dance Academy of Bartlett 6240 Stage Plaza East, Bartlett 385-2228 thedanceacademyofbartlett.com Dance lessons for ages 3-18, including ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling, and hip-hop.

New Ballet Ensemble & School 2157 York • 726-9225 newballet.org This nationally-acclaimed company brings together kids from diverse backgrounds with ballet, flamenco, hip-hop, contemporary dance, and Pilates training, regardless of ability to pay.

Roudnev Youth Ballet 60 Perkins Extd. • 268-9775 balletrussian.org The dance training of this classical school follows the tradition of the Russian ballet syllabus for students ages 3 and up.

Watoto Memphis Performing Arts Academy 55 S. Main • 409-9892 watotomemphis.com Watoto Memphis specializes in dance and visual arts instruction with an Afro-centric focus. A year-round performing arts program serves kids ages 5-17.

Performances in December, May, and August.

MUNICIPAL ARTS PROGRAMS University of Memphis Many area Parks and Recreation Community Music School departments offer affordable arts Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music programs year-round. Check your 678-4244 town’s website for details. memphis.edu/cms The Community Music School Bartlett Parks and Recreation offers programs for every age and Singleton Community Center ability in piano, strings, brass, 7266 Third, Bartlett • 385-5593 woodwinds, percussion, and voice. cityofbartlett.org Private and group lessons available. Singleton Community Center hosts preschool programs, DANCE LESSONS home-school classes, arts & crafts, Ballet Memphis School dance, hobbies, martial arts, and 7950 Trinity • 737-7322 music lessons. Camps for ages balletmemphis.org 5-12 from June-August. Cost: Ballet Memphis offers dance $125/residents, $150/nonresidents. classes for ages 3 to adult. Classes in August and January. New Collierville Parks Recreation and students must schedule a Cultural Arts Department placement evaluation before 440 West Powell, Collierville • registering for class. School 457-2770 students can audition for the colliervilleparks.org Nutcracker.

Art, music, and performing arts classes held year-round.

Ballet On Wheels Dance School Instructional courses cover and Company everything from computers and 1015 S. Cooper • 870-4348 babysitting to junior scientist. balletonwheels.org Summer camps.

Classes in ballet, pointe, modern dance, and creative movement.

Germantown Parks and Junior Ballet Intensive Summer Recreation dance camp for ages 10-18 runs 2276 West, Germantown • 757-7375 July 5-15. Cost: $275. or 757-7376 germantown-tn.gov Children’s Ballet Theatre Germantown provides drama, art, Memphis Racquet Club, 5111 and recreation programs for Sanderlin • 921-0388 children year-round and special balletchildren.com recreation activities for kids with A classical ballet program for intellectual/physical challenges. preschoolers to adults, aims at Full-day summer camp runs May building confidence, grace, and 31-August 5. Cost: $140/residents, focus. Classes include pre-ballet, $155/nonresidents. pointe, jazz, tap, lyrical, musical theatre, and character dance.

City of Memphis Community Summer performances include Centers Annie in a Week and Sound of Music 636-4203 Broadway camp. Satellite parks.memphistn.gov locations, too.

Each community center offers programs in health, fitness, and Dance Scholars, Inc. wellness; cultural arts and Trinity’s Educational Center, 1738 expressions; and educational and Galloway • 301-3262 character development. dancescholarsinc.org Instruction and scholarships (cont’d on page 25) available in ballet, creative, jazz, hip-hop, modern, composition, variations, art, and music.

Join us at GermantownCommunity Theatre for an All Children’s produccon of this epic drama, based on the novel by John Steinbeck.

It’s theatre by kids, for kids!

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EMERGENCY & DISASTER RELIEF Use area code 901 unless otherwise noted.

For emergency assistance: Dial 911

Child Abuse Hotline • (877) 237-0004 tn.gov/youth/childsafety/cah.html For reporting suspected child abuse or neglect

TN Poison Center • (800) 222-1222

Department of Children’s Services • 578-4001 tn.gov/youth

YWCA Abused Women Crisis Line • 725-4277

Crimes Victims Center • 222-3950 shelbycountytn.gov Emergency Mental Health Services 577-9400 (mobile unit) Mental health assessment and counseling services Family Safety Center of Memphis and Shelby Co. 222-4400 • familysafetycenter.org Helping families deal with domestic violence National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-TALK (8255) Poplar Group Home Safe Place • 276-SAFE (7233) youthvillages. org Group home for runaway and homeless teens Salvation Army - Memphis • 543-8586 Housing and assistance for homeless or addicted women and their children.

Shelby County Rape Crisis Center • 222-4350 shelbycountytn.gov Teen Crisis Hotline • 276-SAFE ME EM MP PH H II S S P EN NT M PA AR RE T

Deaf Connect of the Mid-South • 278-9307 deafconnectmidsouth.org

United Way Help Line: Dial 211 memphislibrary.org/linc/211 Rental & utility assistance, social services, food pantries, & free services

American Red Cross, Mid-South chapter • 726-1690 midsouthredcross.org

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(7233) TN Domestic Violence Hotline • (800) 356-6767

HELP AGENCIES Alcoholics Anonymous • 454-1414 memphis-aa.org Support for those addicted to alcohol. Meetings held citywide.

Al-Anon Family Groups • 323-0321 memphisareaal-anon.org For family members and friends affected by another’s drinking. Meetings held citywide.

Aging Commission of the Mid-South • 222-4100 (agingcommission.org) Assistance for seniors ages 65+.

Better Business Bureau • 759-1300 memphis.bbb.org Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Info cdc.gov • (800) 232-4636 HIV Testing, vaccines, international travelers health, workplace safety, toxic environmental exposure Center for Independent Living • 726-6404 mcil.org Assistance for the disabled Commission on Missing & Exploited Children • 405-8441 comec.org

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Memphis & Shelby County Health Department • 222-9000 shelbycountytn.gov Tennessee Breastfeeding Hotline • (855) 4BF-Moms Breastfeeding concerns answered 24/7 by lactation consultants, nurses, and counselors.

FAMILY PLANNING Birthright of Memphis, Inc. • 327-8109 birthrightofmemphis.org Free pregnancy testing, professional counseling, referral services, and free baby and maternity clothes.

Campaign for Healthy Babies healthyfamiliesnow.net Pregnancy information and merchandise coupons for expectant moms with the Happy Birthday, Baby book.

Planned Parenthood – Greater Memphis • 725-1717 plannedparenthood.org/memphis Family planning, sexual/ reproductive health services, pregnancy testing, contraceptives, STD, HIV testing, and abortions (with parental consent).

Life Choices • 388-6262 lifechoicesmemphis.org Free pregnancy testing, counseling, and abortion education.

CHILDBIRTH CLASSES Baptist Hospital for Women &

Baptist Memorial Hospital baptistonline.org • Register at 226-5764 Four-week Childbirth Preparation/$55. Six-week Natural Childbirth & Lamaze, Monday, 7-9 p.m./$75. One-day childbirth class, Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m./$75.

Expectant Parent class (infant care, CPR, safety tips)/$30.

Grandparent class/$30.

Methodist Healthcare methodisthealth.org • 516-6645 Seven-week Prepared Childbirth, $125 couple. One-day Pregnancy to Parenthood class/$90. Infant Safety & CPR/$30. Mind Over Body, labor breathing & relaxation/$30.

Saint Francis Hospital – Bartlett & Memphis (866) 378-4673 Four-week Gift of Motherhood Childbirth; Dynamic Dads boot camp for new dads. Call to register.

Regional One Health jbeasley@regionalonehealth.org • 545-8449 The Sunrise Program and Prepared Childbirth Classes is a community outreach service for expectant teens ages 13-18. Childbirth and parenting classes are also available for women 19+ in either a six-week series or single day weekend classes. All classes are free.

MIDWIFERY, DOULAS, AND CHILDBIRTH EDUCATORS BirthMemphis - Childbirth Education Services 603-1627 Comprehensive childbirth classes and parenting education. Contact Mary Beth Best at mbdoulabest@ gmail.com or visit birthmempis. com Doulas of Memphis

doulasofmemphis.com • 308-4888 Birth and postpartum doula agency, plus breastfeeding support.

Full Circle Midwifery memphismidwife.com • 275-2907 Martina Benson, RN, CPM-TN; Missy Padgett, CPM. Full Circle Midwifery offers primary care providers for healthy pregnant women who choose to give birth at home.

Comprehensive prenatal, intra-partum, postnatal, and well-woman care. Free consultations.

Memphis Birth Collective memphisbirthcollective.com Independent birth professionals passionate about supporting women and families from pregnancy to postpartum care.

Shelby County Breastfeeding Coalition shelbycountybreastfeeding.org Lists comprehensive breastfeeding resources, places to get breast pumps, support services.

Trillium WomanCare 292-5354 or 603-9662 A homebirth midwifery practice serving women in Memphis and North Mississippi. Prenatal care, planned home birth, waterbirth, postpartum care, and lactation support. Amy Stewart-Banbury and Brook Prudhome.

SIBLING CLASSES Sibling Class at Baptist Women’s Hospital bmhcc.org (click on More classes and events) • 226-5764 New Sibling class/$20 (one child), $25 (two). For ages 3 and up.

Sibling Class at Methodist

Healthcare methodisthealth.org • 516-6645 Classes for ages 2-12 with videos, hands-on games, and maternity ward tour/$30.

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT Beautiful Bundles: New Mom’s Support Group Baptist MHW • bmhcc.org • 227-9873 Free, weekly support group for new moms and babies meets weekly at Baptist Women’s on Thursdays 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Facilitated by two nurse educators who can assist with breastfeeding, home and car safety, growth and development, and sleep issues.

Breastfeeding Class at Baptist Women’s bmhcc.org Covers the basics of getting started, pumping, and nursing while returning to work. Class taught at Baptist Women’s by certified lactation educators/$30.

Call 226-5764 to register.

Breastfeeding Class at Methodist Healthcare methodisthealth.org • 516-6645 Classes held year-round; register online. Outpatient lactation consultations and return-to-work breastfeeding sessions/$60.

Breast pump rentals available in the gift shop.

breastfeeding support.

Organization protects, promotes, and supports breastfeeding in Memphis and Shelby County.

Tennessee Breastfeeding Hotline (855) 4BF-Moms Breastfeeding support available 24/7, calls are answered by lactation consultants, nurses, and counselors. Help is available, whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned pro.

PARENTING CENTERS Universal Parenting Place Shelbycountyupp.com & on Facebook The center offers free family counseling, support, and referrals for parents.

Locations: Baptist Women’s Hospital, 6225 Humphries Blvd.

5th floor, 227-9558; Knowledge Quest, 990 College Park Drive, Suite 104, 207-3694 PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS Alternamamas of Memphis Facebook group for breastfeeding, babywearing, co-sleeping, natural/ home birthing parents. 300+ members.

Bluff City Mommies meetup.com/bluffcitymommies Playgroups and outings at various locations throughout the city.

La Leche League llll.org

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Created for friendship, resource sharing, and support. Visit mops. org to find a group near you.

Shelby County Breastfeeding Coalition shelbycountybreastfeeding.org Resources for women seeking

Memphis Area Moms of Multiples memphismomsofmultiples.org Support group serving mothers of twins and triplets and expectant

mothers of multiples. A calendar of meetings and events listed on the website.

ymcamemphis.org • 766-7677 Classes offered year-round.

The Source for Single Moms bellevue.org/thesource • 347-2000 Bellevue Baptist Church offers classes, fellowship and outreach to single moms.

Find them on Facebook.

CHILD-CARE ASSISTANCE Shelby County Child Care Resource and Referral Center tnccrr.org • 287-4730 Referral services for families looking for quality daycare in their neighborhood. Also provide training for child care workers.

INFANT & CHILD SAFETY/CPR CLASSES American Red Cross, Mid-South Chapter redcross.org • 726-1690 Adult, infant, and child CPR classes. Year-round schedule.

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women bmhcc.org • 226-5764 Expectant Parents Class This class covers information on the “baby basics” including taking your newborn home, what to expect, home and car seat safety, and infant CPR. Methodist Healthcare methodisthealth.org • 516-6645 Infant Safety & CPR class offered, $30 per couple. Register online.

BABY-SITTING CLASSES American Red Cross, Mid-South Chapter redcross.org • 726-1690 Classes offered year-round.

Methodist Healthcare methodisthealth.org • 516-6645 Summer classes, $65.

YMCA of Memphis and the Mid-South

ADOPTION SERVICES AGAPE Child and Family Services agapemeanslove.org • 323-3600 Services include prenatal counseling for unplanned pregnancies, care for homeless and pregnant women, adoption services, foster care, and family counseling. AGAPE also provides housing for homeless pregnant women.

Bethany Christian Services bethany.org/Memphis • 818-9996 Pregnancy counseling and domestic/international adoption services.

PARENTING CLASSES These organizations are certified by the state to offer four-hour parenting classes required by law for divorcing spouses. For additional locations, see memphisdivorce.com/memphistn-parenting-classes Exchange Club Family Center exchangeclub.net • 276-2200 Jewish Family Service jewishfamilyservice.org • 767-8511

Southwest Tennessee Community College southwest.tn.edu • 333-4594 GRIEF GROUPS FOR CHILDREN AND PARENTS CrossHeart Ministries crossheartministries.net • 604-0647 A FB page at crossheartministries will send a care package to women who have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.

Kemmons Wilson Family Center for Good Grief Camp Good Grief / Teen Camp Good Grief bmhgiving.org • 861-5656 Center provides free grief support for children, teens, and adults who are grieving the death of a loved one. Services provided include individual grief counseling, support groups, bereavement camps, and holiday workshops.

Social workers, counselors, and trained volunteers staff the center.

EARLY INTERVENTION & DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Boling Center for Developmental Disabilities uthsc.edu/bcdd • 711 Jefferson • 448-6511 Serves children and adults with developmental disabilities. Offers comprehensive outpatient diagnostic evaluations by an interdisciplinary team at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

Brightsong Pediatric Therapy & Education Services

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Family Dentists

Clayton Floriani, D.D.S., Natalie Carruth, D.D.S., Adam Fitzhugh, D.D.S.

Orthodontists

Bob Lorentz, D.D.S., M.S., Gregg Bouldien, D.D.S., M.S.

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901.453.4382 Kirby

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2016 SURVIVAL GUIDE • HEALTH brightsong.net • 309-3077 Provides speech, physical, occupational therapy, and education services to children from birth to 18 in home, school, or clinic. Also includes a resource list of local and national organizations.

Brightsong Pediatric Therapy & Education Services brightsong.net • 309-3077 Provides speech-language, physical, and occupational therapy plus education services to children from birth to 18.

Harwood Center • harwoodcenter.org 711 Jefferson Ave. • 448-6580 Harwood provides support and education for young children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities. Children are eligible for services if they meet Tennessee’s Early Intervention System eligibility guidelines. Also provide a full ABA Therapy Program.

Germantown Speech Language and Learning Clinic speechlang.com • 756-4499 Offering speech and language screening, auditory processing evaluations, and therapies.

Le Bonheur Early Intervention and Development - LEAD lebonheur.org • 287-4900 As part of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital division of Community Health and Well-Being, LEAD promotes the optimal development of children from birth to 3 who have or are at risk for developmental delays.

Services include developmental assessments, developmental therapy, physical and occupational therapy, speech and oral motor therapy, assistive technology assessments, sensory integration therapy, and behavior analysis.

Memphis Speech and Hearing Center memphis.edu/mshc/ • 678-5858 or 678-5800 Memphis Speech and Hearing Center provides diagnostic and therapy services for speech, language, and hearing disorders for all ages.

Sound Beginnings mosdkids.org • 758-2228 Program by Memphis Oral School for the Deaf for newly diagnosed hearingimpaired children ages birth to 3. Children receive appropriate amplification and parents receive training in how to communicate orally with their child.

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SRVS Kids and Families • srvs.org/kidsandfamilies • 312-9915 Family-centered services address unique abilities and challenges of young children with special needs.

SRVS Kids & Families offers Play, Do, Learn an inclusive preschool for children with a language and play-based curriculum, speech, physical, and occupational therapy.

Early On is a weekly parenting support class.

Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) tn.gov/education/topic/ tennessee-early-interventionsystem-teis • 937-6738 TEIS is an educational program for families with children from birth thru age 2 who have disabilities or development delays. Early intervention supports families while promoting the child’s development through services rendered.

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Janna Hacker and Associates pediatrictherapyservices.com • 864-4030 Offering speech, physical, and occupational therapy plus sensory integration.

Shady Creek Farm shadycreekfarm.com • 262-1173 Equine-assisted psychotherapy programs offer social skills, therapeutic riding, and hippotherapy for children with autism, anxiety, and mood disorders.

Southern Reins for Equine Therapy southernreins.org • 290-1011 Offers therapeutic riding and horsemanship/bar lessons in Nesbit, MS, for children with disabilities.

Transformations Autism Treatment Center transformingautism.com • 379-8827 Provides development and speech therapy, ABA therapy, and behavior services assessment for children on the autism spectrum.

SPECIAL NEEDS PARENTING CLASSES & PRESCHOOLS Early On Program srvs.org • 484-5115 SRVS support program for parents with special needs children up to 24 months.

Parents help each other and talk with pediatric therapy professionals. Meets Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. at independent Presbyterian.

Free.

Harwood Center harwoodcenter.org • 448-6580 Harwood provides support and education for young children with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other developmental disabilities. Children must meet Tennessee’s Early Intervention System eligibility guidelines. Also provides a full ABA Therapy Program.

Memphis Oral School for the Deaf mosdkids.org • 758-2228 Preschool that teaches hearing-impaired and deaf children withering aids or cochlear implants.

Play Do Learn Preschool SRVS • 288-8819 This inclusive preschool (located at Independent Presbyterian Church) brings together special needs and typical children ages 18 months to 5 years in an

enriched educational setting. Designed to meet the unique abilities and learning style of each child.

Regional Intervention Program (RIP) ripnetwork.org • 678-5258 A free, activity-based program for families with children ages 3 to 6 who exhibit behavior problems at home or school. One-onone instruction teaches parents how to practice positive behavior management skill to help children reach their full potential. Children learn social skills and self-control techniques. Parents also receive peer support from other parents.

ADVOCACY GROUPS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS Alliance for the Blind and Visually Impaired afb.org • (800) AFB-LINE OR (800) 232-5463 Services, assessments, community education, and support group meetings for all ages of people who are blind or visually impaired.

The Arc Midsouth thearcmidsouth.org • 327-2473 Family support services, advocacy, employment training, referrals, career development, and job placement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Day care, respite services, and weekend retreats for children.

Autism Resources of the Mid-South autismresourcesmidsouth.org • 509-3027 Accurate information, treatments, and resources for families who live with autism. Events include monthly family support nights for adults and children.

Best Buddies bestbuddiestennessee.org • Area Director Melissa Todd, 937-0005 This national program pairs special needs students with regular teens to foster one-on-one interactions and friendships. Chapters for middle & high school and college.

Disability Law and Advocacy Center of Tennessee dlactn.ivdc.org • 458-6013 Advocates for civil rights of Tennesseans with mental and physical disabilities to ensure they have equal opportunities to be productive citizens. Center also offers information and referral services, education and mediation, public speakers, and legal representation.

Down Syndrome Association of Memphis and the Mid-South dsamemphis.org • 547-7588 Supporting and empowering people with Down syndrome and their families.

Mid-South Access Center for Technology memphis.edu/act • 678-1489 As assistive technology resource center providing

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Open Arms Care Corporation • openarmscare. org • 371-9774 On-site living center for people with developmental disabilities. Offers a variety of therapies, vocational training, life skills development, medical care, and recreational opportunities for residents in a home-like setting.

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Transformations Autism Treatment Center transformingautism.com • 379-8827 Nonprofit works to meet the physical and emotional needs of individuals with autism and their families.

Educational assessments, behavioral therapy, work on social skills, and more.

REGIONAL INTERVENTION PROGRAM FAMILY HEALTH AND SAFETY American Red Cross, Mid-South Chapter redcross.org • 726-1690 Year-round schedule of classes.

Church Health Center churchhealthcenter.org • 259-4673 Affordable health care for working, uninsured people & their families.

Family Safety Center of Memphis & Shelby County familysafetycenter.org • 2224400 The Family Safety Center works with families victimized by domestic violence. Services include help with emergency needs, legal support, police interdiction, counseling, healthcare, and more.

Le Bonheur Center for Children and Parents lebonheur.org • 287-4700 Prevention early intervention services for children. Programs include Healthy Families, Parent Outreach, and Nurse-Family Partnership. The center also supports early childhood education through the Shelby County Child Care Resource and Referral Center.

Memphis Child Advocacy Center memphiscac.org • 525-2377 A one-stop agency for families of children who have been sexually or physically abused. Offer intervention, education, and prevention. Project Be Safe is an education program on child abuse prevention for any agency that deals with children.

Poplar Group Home youthvillages.org • 276-SAFE Food Allergy Alliance of the (7233) AMidSouth program (FAAM) for families with Also known as Project Safe faamidsouth.org Place, this is an emergency young children who are Provides support, education shelter for runaway and experiencing behavior problems and advocacy for families homeless teens. Staffed managing food allergies.

24/7, the shelter serves FAAM members share info boys and girls ages 13-17. and hear from medical professionals.

YWCA Abused Women’s Services Memphis Area Food Allergy memphisywca.org/abusedMoms women-services • 725-4277 A Facebook group for moms Counseling, shelter, food, who have food allergies and/ court advocacy, and or kids with food allergies to education on domestic provide support and violence. guidance to each other.

SAFE KIDS Mid-South lebonheur.org/safekids • 287-6730 Safe Kids Mid-South (Le Bonheur) is dedicated to the prevention of accidental injury to children ages 14 and under. Work to raise awareness about injury prevention by providing info and skills to make home environments safe.

Programs include child passenger safety, home and crib safety, fire and burn safety, and bicycle/ pedestrian safety.

FAMILY VIOLENCE Commission on Missing and Exploited Children comec.org • 405-8441 The commission promotes the safety and protection of all children and speaks about child safety to groups.

Exchange Club Family Center exchangeclub.net • 276-2200 Programs help with prevention, intervention, support, and education for families experiencing child abuse and domestic violence. Workshops for kids on how to cope with anger and loss.

FAMILY SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY Books From Birth booksfrombirth.org Enroll a child from birth to age 5 and receive one book a month for free. Register online or at your local library.

Catholic Charities of West Tennessee ccwtn.org • 722-4700 Provides assistance to the homeless and families in crisis with a food pantry, clothes closet, and van that offers health care. Operates St. Sebastian Veterans program for homeless vets, and provides immigrant counseling services.

MIFA (Metropolitan Inter-faith Association) mifa.org • 527-0208 Social service nonprofit with programs for seniors, families in crisis, and teens.

Services include rent/utility/ mortgage assistance for the working poor, Meals on Wheels; and college prep for high school students.

Porter-Leath porterleath.org • 577-2500 A social service agency focusing on early childhood education and intervention; foster care, plus residential

and adoption services and volunteer grandparent program.

Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home tbch4kids.org • 386-3961 or (800) 624-8591 Double “B” Boys Ranch • 872-0839 Residential family preservation and childcare in Bartlett area; boys ranch in Millington. Children referred to home for family problems, abuse, domestic issues, discipline problems, and truancy.

Tennessee Voices for Children tnvoices.org • 758-2522 or (800) 670-9882 Active advocacy group for families of children with emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.

Youth Villages youthvillages.org • 252-7600 Referrals for children ages 1 to age 22 for emotional and behavioral disorders, physical or sexual abuse, substance abuse, or suicidal thoughts or attempts.

Programs include intensive in-home services, foster care, adoption, and residential treatment. Also offers transitional living program for older teens that have been in foster care. Adoption, foster parenting, volunteering, and mentoring opportunities available.

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Compiled and edited by JANE SCHNEIDER

There are a host of schools available to families in Shelby County. From public to private, charter to magnet, even the communities in our surrounding suburbs run municipal school districts. It may take time, but with a little research, you’ll find the school that fits your family’s needs.

Read about those options here, then go online to the Memphis School Guide (memphisschoolguide.org), a website developed to help parents more closely examine the school landscape. There you’ll find a link under each section with additional school profiles and data.

Editor’s Note: Copy written by Ginger Spickler, founder, Memphis School Guide.

some optional and some traditional classrooms in each grade level.

PUBLIC IZONE SCHOOLS Innovation Zone (iZone) Schools are a subset of public schools (all are in the SCS district) that operate with more resources and more autonomy from the district than traditional public schools. Administrators at the school level are given more freedom over staffing, budgets, programs, and schedules (iZone schools typically have a longer school day).

They may experiment with innovative teaching or technology-usage methods.

NOTE: While these schools got to the iZone for being on the state’s Priority List of schools in the bottom 5 percent for student achievement, many schools in the iZone have enjoyed strong test-score growth since their turnarounds, so pay more attention to these schools’ growth scores than achievement scores.

PUBLIC TRADITIONAL SCHOOLS All students in Shelby County are zoned to a neighborhood public school. Public schools are tuition-free and follow state-established guidelines for standards, safety, and evaluation. Shelby County has eight separate CHARTER SCHOOLS school districts, each governed by its own Charter schools are public schools (tuitionschool board. free) but operate more independently from Start your search with your neighborhood the school district than traditional public school and learn about its offerings. Once you schools do, particularly in regard to curriculum have that information, you’ll have a basis of or the hiring of staff (teachers are required to comparison as you continue your search. be state-certified). All charters operating in Know that if you choose a school other than Tennessee are not-for-profit. Some charters your neighborhood school, you will need to go are single-site schools, while others are part through the school district’s transfer process. of a larger charter management organization (CMO) that may operate multiple schools.

PUBLIC OPTIONAL SCHOOLS In Shelby County, all charters have been Optional Schools, which are all part of the authorized by either SCS or the Achievement Shelby County Schools district (SCS), offer a School District (ASD). For more frequently somewhat more specialized education (similar asked questions about charter schools, visit to “magnet” schools in other cities), though the Tennessee Charter School Center at not all optional schools have academic tnchartercenter.org. requirements. In some optional schools, all SCS charter schools do not draw from classes are considered optional, while others attendance zones — if you are interested in operate as a “school within a school,” featuring applying for your child, you must apply

directly to the school. If there are more manage their own school systems. If you live applicants than spaces available, a lottery is in A rlington , B ar tlet t , Collier ville, used to determine who will get a spot.

Germantown, Lakeland, or Millington, you can Most ASD schools (including the charters) opt to attend one of these schools. Go to the do have attendance zones, and priority is town’s website for details. given to students living within that zone.

However, eligibility has opened up.

SHELBY COUNTY SCHOOLS scsk12.org • 416-5300 PRIVATE SCHOOLS Shelby County Schools (SCS) is the largest Private schools are not funded by the state public school system in Tennessee and among and must fund operations by charging tuition, the 25 largest systems in the nation. The though many private schools offer some form system also oversees optional, charter, and of financial aid. Schools are typically run by an iZone schools under their umbrella. Optional independent body (a school board, the and charter schools are listed here, go to Catholic Diocese, etc.), and as they are memphisschoolguide.org to learn more exempt from state oversight and mandated detailed information about each school. testing, faculty have the freedom to choose their own standards and educational SCHOOL REGISTRATION approach.

If your child is attending a Shelby County While the majority of private schools in School for the 2016-2017 school year, you will Memphis have a religious affiliation, there are need to register online. The registration also a number of non-religious schools process is offered in both English and Spanish. focusing on a wide variety of methodologies NOTE: Parents must have an active email and approaches. The Memphis Association of account in order to register via computer or Independent Schools (MAIS) and the Catholic smartphone. Parents can also register online Diocese of Memphis represent the majority of for their child’s zoned school or an approved private schools in Memphis. transfer location.

When weighing whether your family can If your child is a new student who has afford a private school, you’ll want to ask attended an out-of-state or non-public school, about all the associated costs. In addition to you will create a new account and complete tuition, most private schools charge fees for the online registration process. Documents books, activities, technology, meals, etc. required include: a Tennessee Department of However, some private schools were designed Health Immunization Certificate with proof of specifically with low-income families in mind, a physical, two proofs of residence, and the and these may be a great choice if you qualify. student’s social security card.

Many private schools also have a birthday If your child is a returning student, you will cut-off date that is earlier than that of public receive a Snapcode via email. You will use the schools, some as early as June 1. Check school Snapcode to begin the registration process. websites for details.

Certain documents (proof of residence and immunization records) will also need to be MUNICIPALITY SCHOOL SYSTEMS uploaded or brought to your child’s school for A number of communities in Shelby County the registration process to be complete.

SCHOOL REGISTRATION BEGINS MONDAY, JULY 13 • FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS MONDAY, AUGUST 10 • GO TO SCSK12.ORG FOR UP-TO-DATE NEWS AND INFORMATION. SHELBY COUNTY SCHOOLS OPTIONAL PROGRAMS *Balmoral Ridgeway Elementary School 160 S. Hollywood, Room C106, 38112 • 416-5338 5905 Grosvenor Avenue, 38119 • 416-2128 scsop@scsk12.org Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/balmoralridgewayelementary Optional schools offer a world of choices to students. SCS International Baccalaureate (IB) World School Primary has two optional programs: 33 schools use the school-within- Years Programme. Balmoral Ridgeway teaches students a-school approach (optional program and traditional classes), to be critical thinkers with a worldwide perspective.

15 schools are optional only (all students participate in the program). In the following profiles, optional programs are Bellevue Middle School described, and optional only schools are designated with an 575 S. Bellevue Boulevard, 38104 • 416-4488 asterisk (*).

Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/bellevuemiddle The Enriched Academics/College Preparatory program emphasizes the liberal arts with a focus on honors language

arts/English, mathematics, and sciences. Arts and music electives offered.

Bolton High School 7323 Brunswick Road, 38002 • 416-1435 Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/boltonhighatit or boltonhighib The International Baccalauareate Diploma Programme provides an academically rigorous curriculum that emphasizes international awareness and interdisciplinary learning. Automotive Tech and Information Tech programs prepare students for college and careers.

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Now Taking Applications for 2016-2017!

An International Baccalaureate World School

WORLD TOUR WEDNESDAYS Tours Every Wednesday in July at 8:30 a.m.

We understand that families are often making moves during the summer. It’s not too late to apply for the next school year.

One of the best ways to learn about Lausanne is to take a tour. Although students are not in class session at this time, there certainly are a lot of children on campus during the summer participating in Summers@Lausanne. We would be happy to walk the campus with you and help you explore the Lausanne curriculum and community. Just come to the admission office any Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. to take a tour. You are welcome to reach out to us in advance to confirm your Wednesday tour or to let us know a better time for you by contacting admission@lausanneschool.com or calling 901-474-1030.

If you are beginning your search for the following year, we welcome the opportunity to show you the campus during the summer but highly recommend you come back to see us during the school year so you can see our students and teachers in action.

THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE EXPERIENCE Lausanne is the only PK – 12th grade independent International Baccalaureate World School in Tennessee, giving students a competitive advantage in the college admission process.

The Lausanne curriculum is vertically aligned from PK-3 through 12th grade to provide students with a well-rounded academic experience that develops criticalthinking, strong research and communication skills from an early age. The wide range of classes and co-curricular programs allow students to engage in a joyful and challenging academic environment while pursuing and developing special interests. Take a look at Lausanne’s college and university placement to see the end result of this exciting process, www.lausanneschool.com/colleges.

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Dr. William Herbert Craigmont High School Downtown Elementary Brewster Elementary 3333 Covington Pike, 38128 School 2605 Sam Cooper Boulevard, 416-4312 10 North Fourth Street, 38103 38112 • 416-7150 Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ 416-8400 Grades 1-5 • scsk12.org/ craigmonthigh Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ brewsterelementary The College Preparatory for downtownelementary The Enriched AcademicsInternational Studies The Enriched Academics/ M.A.S.T. program program focuses on social Social Studies program emphasizes accelerated studies, language arts, and provides enrichment in basic learning in math, art, science, world languages. Students courses with an emphasis on and technology. State-ofexamine issues of social studies. Field trips to the-art technology includes international scope, and historical and cultural sites a visual arts room, and collaborations with civic downtown are part of every interactive science lab. organizations like Memphis child’s learning experience. in May expose teens to the Brownsville Road international scene.

East High School Elementary School 3206 Poplar Avenue, 38111 5292 Banbury, 38135 Craigmont Middle School 416-6160 416-4300 3455 Covington Pike, 38128 Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ 416-7780 easthigh brownsvilleroadelementary Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ The College Preparatory for The Enriched Academics/ craigmontmiddle Engineering program is International Studies The Enriched Academics/ designed for students who program provides students International Studies want to pursue careers in with advanced multicultural prepares students to live and engineering. Top colleges educational opportunities. work in an increasingly recruit East High graduates.

Each grade concentrates on global society. Builds an the customs, cultures, and understanding of world *John P. Freeman Optional languages of a country. cultures via a concentration School on languages and social 5250 Tulane Road, 38109 *Carnes Elementary School studies, international 416-3156 943 J.W. Williams Lane, 38105 activities, and literacy.

Grades: 1-8 • scsk12.org/ 416-3206 johnpfreeman Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ *Cummings School The Enriched Academics/ carneselementary 1037 Cummings, 38106 College Preparatory The Environmental Science 416-7810 program is designed to program encourages Grades: 1-8 • scsk12.org/ stimulate creativity and students to become cummingsschool develop critical thinking environmental explorers by Developing Masterful skills. Freeman is SCS’s only integrating science into the Mathematical Minds (DM³) totally optional school for core curriculum. Outdoor offers students a world-class grades 1-8. classroom, lab experiences, education with an emphasis and field trips. on mathematics woven Germantown Elementary across the curriculm.

School Central High School Cummings is a laboratory 2730 Cross Country Drive, 306 S. Bellevue Boulevard, school for LeMoyne-Owen 38138 • 416-0945 38104 • 416-4500 College’s Department of Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ Education. germtownelementary centralhighschool The Enriched Academics/ The College Preparatory *Delano Elementary International Studies program offers academics 1716 Delano, 38127 • 416-3932 program provides problemfor college-bound students Grades: 1-5 • scs12.org/ and project-based learning and includes honors-level delanoelementary and multicultural activities. and AP courses in all The Computer/Technology Students develop subjects. Central also offers program aids students in intellectual and social an outstanding arts program. developing critical thinking, abilities to become creative reading, writing, and math problem solvers.

Colonial Middle School skills. Students use computer 1370 Colonial Road, 38117 technology, digital cameras, Germantown High School 416-8980 and closed-circuit TV. 7653 Old Poplar Pike, 38138 Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ 416-0955 colonialmiddleschool *Double Tree Elementary Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ Arts and Academics. The School germantownhighIB or / Creative and Performing 4560 Double Tree, 38109 germantownhighcapa Arts program focuses on art, 416-8144 Germantown’s International music, band, drama, creative Grades: K-5 • scsk12.org/ Baccalaureate and College writing, and dance. The doubletreemontessorischool Preparatory/Creative and Enriched Academics As a modified Montessori/ Performing Arts programs provides challenging courses Technology school, Double garner national recognition in language arts, math, Tree offers learning via for achievements in science, and social studies. hands-on, self-correcting academics and the arts. materials in individualized *Cordova Elementary School work for grades K-3. Grades Germantown Middle School 750 Sanga Road, 38018 four and five use computer 7925 C. D. Smith Road, 38138 416-1700 labs and mobile laptops.

416-0950 Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ cordova elementary Douglass High School germantownmiddle Enriched Academics 3200 Mt. Olive Road, 38108 The Enriched Academics/ accelerates the learning 416-0990 College Preparatory environment through Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ program provides every hands-on teaching and douglasshighschool student a wide range of learning strategies, the use The Public Service and challenging, educational of supplemental books, Communication Arts opportunities. Students visiting artists, and program prepares students readily transition to the technology programs like to become global leaders International Baccalaureate Edmodo, a monitored social and communicators who Programme at Germantown network for students, support community High School. parents, and teachers. grassroots efforts.

Grahamwood Elementary *Cordova Middle School *Douglass School School 900 Sanga Road, 38018 1650 Ash Street, 38108 3950 Summer Avenue, 38122 416-2189 416-5946 416-5952 Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ Grades: *K-5, 6-8 • scsk12.org/ Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ cordovamiddle douglassschool grahamwoodelementary Computer and The Chess and Public Service The Enriched Academics Environmental Sciences programs offer students program recognizes each provides students with a enrichment opportunities child’s unique combination range of educational interwoven through the of talents and skills. opportunities to solve curriculum. Problem-solving Experienced faculty help real-world problems through assignments encourage hard provide successful learning inquiry-based, hands-on work, perseverance, and opportunities at this learning. Students are creativity. competitive school. well-prepared for college prep high school programs.

*Idlewild Elementary School 1950 Linden Avenue, 38104 416-4566 Grades: K-5 • scsk12.org/ idlewildelementary Idlewild’s well-rounded curriculum combines enriched science, technology, art, and music with academic excellence.

Keystone Elementary School 4301 Old Allen Road, 38128 416-3924 Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ keystonelementary ECO: Educating Children Through the Outdoors is the focus at Keystone, where enriched academics includes: CLUE, outdoor classroom gardens, pond, “grow rooms,” and amphitheatre), science and computer labs, and weekly classes in art, music, and P.E. Kingsbury High School 1270 N. Graham, 38122 416-6060 Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ kingsburyhigh With its Global Health Studies: Applied Health Science and Health Science Policy program, graduates are well prepared for college or careers in the health care professions. *Oak Forest Elementary School 7440 Nonconnah View Cove, 38119 • 416-2257 Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ oakforestelementary With its International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme, students gain a world-class education with a global emphasis.

Instruction includes Chinese, art, Orff music, and student leadership.

Overton High School 1770 Lanier Lane, 38117 416-2136 Grades 9-12 • scsk12.org/ overtonhigh The Creative and Performing Arts program helps students develop talents through intense study in vocal and instrumental music, jazz, orchestra, dance, drama, and visual arts. Optional students are part of CAPA Academy and can take Honors and AP courses.

Peabody Elementary School 2086 Young Avenue, 38104 416-4606 Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ peabodyelementary Enriched Academics/ International Studies.

Peabody is a multicultural mecca, incorporating international studies as a feature. Each grade studies a different country for in-depth, global learning.

Ridgeway High School 2009 Ridgeway Road, 38119 416-1802 Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ ridgewayhigh

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As an International *Springdale-Memphis Baccalaureate World School Magnet Elementary School (IB), Ridgeway offers a 880 N. Hollywood Street, program of study recognized 38108 • 416-4883 worldwide for its academic Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ rigor and excellence. springdalememphismagnet Exploratory Learning Ridgeway Middle School provides an innovative 6333 Quince, 38119 environment that 416-1588 encourages real-world Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ learning and science ridgewaymiddle exploration. Arts and The IB World School Middle leadership development Years Programme focuses on also available. developing well-rounded, internationally-minded Treadwell Elementary students who are principled School thinkers and risk-takers.

3538 Given, 38122 416-6130 Riverwood Elementary Grades: K-5 • scsk12.org/ School treadwellelementary 1330 Stern Lane, 38016 The Dual Language 416-2310 Immersion program is a Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ bilingual education in a riverwoodelementary culturally diverse The Environmental Science environment. Groups of and Community Service English-speaking students program emphasizes building are paired with native excellence through speakers of another community consciousness. language to provide a unique Teachers lead students in foreign language immersion hands-on learning to solve experience. real-world problems across the curriculum. *Vollentine Elementary School *Rozelle Elementary School 1682 Vollintine, 38107 993 Roland, 38114 416-4632 416-4612 Grades: K-55 • scsk12.org/ Grades: K-5 • scsk12.org/ vollentineelementary rozelleelementary Science Exploration: Creative and Performing Scholars Tackling Academic Arts. Instructors at Rozelle Rigor Scientifically (STARS) use the arts to teach integrates differentiated academic subjects and instruction with science develop individual skills. discovery. Cooperative learning groups, peer- and Sherwood Elementary cross-age tutoring, and a School hands-on approach facilitate 1156 Robin Hood, 38111 learning.

416-4864 Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ Whitehaven Elementary sherwoodelementary School The Academic Enrichment 4783 Elvis Presley Boulevard, Through Arts program 38116 • 416-7431 requires students to read Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ children’s classic literature, whitehavenelementary current books, and The Enriched Academics periodicals to develop program focuses on science, problem-solving, listening, technology, engineering, and writing skills. and math (STEM). The STEM Involvement by Arts curriculum is designed to Memphis, Brooks Museum of build cooperative learning, Art, and Dixon Gallery and creativity, and higher-level Gardens enriches the thinking skills. curriculum.

Whitehaven High School *Maxine Smith STEAM 4851 Elvis Presley Boulevard, Academy 38116 • 416-3000 750 E. Parkway South, 38104 Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ 416-4536 whitehavenhigh Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ The College Preparatory/ maxinesmithsteamacademy Business and Finance The Science, Technology, programs provide a broad Engineering, Arts, and scope of student Mathematics (STEAM) opportunities ranging from a program provides business/finance program challenging and inquiryemphasizing career based experiences that preparation to AP classes prepare students to designed to prepare compete in the global students for college work. workforce and develop innovative solutions to White Station High School real-world problems.

514 S. Perkins, 38117 416-8880 Snowden School Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ 1870 N. Parkway, 38112 whitestationhigh 416-4621 College Preparatory. Ranked Grades: 1-8 • scsk12.org/ on Newsweek’s list of top snowdenschool high schools in America, this Snowden’s Enriched optional program is designed Academics/College to provide a broad liberal Preparatory program offers arts foundation for a challenging curriculum that college-bound students in stresses academics, science, mathematics, creativity, and social medicine, law, education, development. Elementary business, computer science, offers an in-depth study in all and public/social service. core subjects plus Spanish College credits earned and the arts. The Middle through AP courses. Grads School program combines accepted to competitive advanced academics with universities. diverse exploratory course offerings.

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Through a challenging academic curriculum and a supportive environment we cultivate a love for learning that inspires girls to reach their full potential.

For more information contact us at 901-767-1356 or Admissions@saa-sds.org.

ST. AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL 4830 Walnut Grove Road • Memphis, Tennessee 38117

WWW.SAA-SDS.ORG

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2016 SURVIVAL GUIDE • EDUCATION White Station Middle School 5465 Mason, 38120 416-2184 Grades: 6-8 • scsk12.org/ whitestationmiddle The College Preparatory program provides academically enriched instruction in English, math, science, social studies, fine arts, and world languages in a state-of-the-art facility.

Willow Oaks Elementary School 4417 Willow, 38117 • 416-2196 Grades: 1-5 • scsk12.org/ willowoakselementary The Enriched Academics Through the Arts and Technology program offers a curriculum that exceeds state performance standards in reading, math, science, social studies, computer technology, and the arts.

Woodland combines small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and personalized instruction to help grow your child’s success. Call 901-685-0976 to schedule a tour, or email admissions@woodlandschool.org.

Currently accepting applications for the Fall of 2016 A co-ed, 2-year-old – 8th grade independent school in the heart of East Memphis. | woodlandschool.org ©2015 Woodland Presbyterian School. All rights reserved.

The Pursuit of Excellence for the Glory of God

Wooddale High School 5151 Scottsdale, 38118 416-2440 Grades: 9-12 • scsk12.org/ wooddalehigh College Preparatory and Aviation/Travel and Tourism programs. Students follow a broad outline for a major in English, math, science, or social studies. The Aviation/ Travel and Tourism program is an integrated aeronautics curriculum that enhances the study of math, science, engineering, technology, and travel and tourism with emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary education or training in these fields.

CHARTER SCHOOLS IN MEMPHIS AND SHELBY COUNTY Charter schools are public schools that operate independently from their school districts. Each school follows its own mission while adhering to state-required education standards.

Arrow Academy of Excellence 645 Semmes Street, 38111 207-1891 arrowacademyofexcellence. org Grades: K-3 Aspire Coleman Elementary School 3210 Raleigh-Millington Road, 38128 • 567-7068 aspirepublicschools.org Grades: PK-7 Additional locations: * Aspire East International * Aspire Hanley Elementary 1 * Aspire Hanley Elementary 2

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Memphis Academy of Health Sciences - Middle School 3608 Hawkins Mill Road, 38108 • 213-4123 Grades: 6-8

Cornerstone Prep - Denver Elementary 1940 Frayser, 38127 416-3640 Grades: PK-5

Memphis Academy of Science and Engineering 1254 Jefferson Avenue, 38104 • 333-1580 discovermase.org Grades: 6-12

DuBois Consortium of Charter Schools duboiscsc.org

Memphis Business Academy Elementary School 2450 Frayser Boulevard, 38127 • 353-1475 mbacharterschools.org Grades: K-5

Additional schools include: • DuBois Elementary for Entrepreneurship • DuBois Elementary & Middle - Arts & Technology • DuBois High School - Art & Technology • DuBois Middle & High Leadership & Public Policy

Memphis Business Academy Middle & High School 3306 Overton Crossing, 38127 • 357-2708 (m), 357-8680 (h) Grades: 6-12

Fairley High 4950 Fairley Road, 38109 730-8160 tn.greendot.org/Achievement School District Grades: 9-12

Memphis College Prep Elementary School 278 Greenlaw Avenue, 38105 620-6475 memphiscollegeprep.org Grades: K-4

Freedom Preparatory Academy Elementary & Middle School - Westwood 778 Parkrose Road, 38109 881-1149 freedomprep.org / Achievement School District Grades: PK-5 & 6-8

Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory 168 Jefferson Street, 38103 • 474-0955 grizzliesprep.org Grades: 6-8

Freedom Preparatory Academy - High School 5132 Jonetta Street, 38109 259-5959 freedomprep.org Grades: 9-12 Gestalt Community Schools 3175 Lenox Park Boulevard #410, 38115 • 213-5161 gestaltcs.org • Grades: K-12 Klondike Preparatory Academy 1250 Vollintine Road, 38107 klondikepa.org Grades: K-5 Humes Preparatory Academy 659 North Manassas, 38107 klondikepa.org/ Grades: 6-8 Power Center Academy Middle School 6120 Winchester, 38115 Grades: 6-8 Power Center Academy High School 5368 Mendenhall Mall, 38115 Grades: 9-12

Circle of Success Learning Academy 867 South Parkway E., 38106 322-7978 circleofsuccess.org Grades: K-5

KIPP: Memphis Collegiate Schools kippmemphis.org

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Cornerstone Prep - Lester Campus 320 Carpenter Street, 38112 • 416-3640 cornerstoneprepmemphis.org Grades: K-6

Aurora Collegiate Academy 3804 Given Avenue, 38122 249-4615 auroracollegiate.org Grades: K-5

City University School Boys and Girls Preparatory 1475 East Shelby Drive, 38116 755-2219 cityuniversityschool.org Grades: 6-8 for boys & girls

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City University - School of Independence 1475 East Shelby Drive, 38116 Grades: 9

Memphis Academy of Health Sciences - High School 3925 Chelsea Avenue Extended, 38108 • 382-1441 mahsmiddleandhigh.com Grades: 9-12

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*Additional Schools: KIPP: Memphis Academy Elementary, Middle School KIPP: Memphis Collegiate Elementary, Middle & High KIPP: Memphis Preparatory Elementary & Middle KIPP: Memphis University Elementary & Middle

Memphis RISE Academy 5050 Poplar Avenue, Suite 1714, 38157 • 303-9590 memphisrise.org Grades: 6-12 Memphis School of Excellence 4450 South Mendenhall Road, Suite #1, 38141 • 367-7814 sememphis.org Grades: 6-12 New Consortium of Law and Business 110 N. Court Avenue, 38103 214-5298 Second campus: 6165 Stage Road, 38134 newconsortium.com Grades: 6-12 Omni Prep Academy - North Pointe Elementary School 111 South Highland #263, 38111 828-4912 omnischools.org Grades: K-3 Second campus Omni Prep Academy - North Pointe Lower School 111 South Highland, 38111 828-4912 Grades: 5-8 Pathways in Education 3156 N. Thomas Street, 38127 353-4999 pathwaysedu.org Grades: 7-12 Promise Academy 1346 Bryan Street, 38108 324-4456 hollywood.promiseacademy.com Grades: K-5 Southern Avenue Charter Elementary School 2221 Democrat Road, 38132 743-7335 southernavenue charterschools.org Grades: K-5

S.T.A.R. Academy 3260 James Road, 38128 387-5050 staracademycharter.org Grades: K-5 Veritas College Preparatory Charter School 690 Mississippi Boulevard, 38126 • 526-1900 veritascollegeprep.org Grades: 5-8 Vision Preparatory Charter School 3750 Millbranch Road, 38116 651-7832 visionprep.org Grades: K-5 INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS Edited by Brenda Ford

A host of independent schools provide families with a wide range of educational choices. Special needs schools are here, too.

Bornblum Jewish Community School 6641 Humphreys Boulevard, 38120 • 747-2665 bornblum.org Student body: co-ed Grades: K-8 Tuition: $6,500-$9,500 Enrollment: 102 Religious affiliation: Jewish Briarcrest Christian Schools 76 S Houston Levee, Eads, 38028 • 765-4600 briarcrest.com Student body: co-ed Grades: 2 yrs.-12 Tuition: $5,795-$14,695 Enrollment: 1,654 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian *Additional locations: 6000 Briarcrest Avenue 765-4600 Grades: 2 yrs.-grade 5 Christ Methodist Day School 411 S. Grove Park, 38117 683-6873 cmdsmemphis.org Student body: co-ed Grades: 2K-6 Tuition: $2,250-$12,250 Enrollment: 425 Religious affiliation: Christian Christ the King Lutheran School 5296 Park Avenue, 38119 682-8405 ctkschool.com Student body: co-ed Grades: 18 mos.-8 Tuition: $6,500-$8,200 Enrollment: 265 Religious affiliation: Lutheran Special Ed classes: Plus, Discoveries Christian Brothers High School 5900 Walnut Grove, 38120 261-4900 cbhs.org Student body: male Grades: 9-12 Tuition: $12,000 Enrollment: 880 Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic

Evangelical Christian School Main Campus 7600 Macon Road, 38018 754-7217 ecseagles.com Student body: co-ed Grades: 6-12 Tuition: $$6,635-$16,150 Enrollment: 700-800 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian Additional Location: 1920 Forest Hill-Irene 754-4420 Grades: jr.K-5 Fayette Academy 15090 Hwy 64, Somerville, 38068 • 465-3241 fayetteacademy.com Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-12 Tuition: $6,500 Enrollment: 600 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian First Assembly Christian School 8650 Walnut Grove Road, Cordova, 38018 • 458-5543 facsmemphis.org Student body: co-ed Grades: jr.K-12 Tuition: $4,718-$9,646 (resource extra) Enrollment: 790 Religious affiliation: interdenominational Christian Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal School 246 S. Belvedere, 38104 278-0200 gslschool.org Student body: co-ed Grades: 2 yrs.-8 Tuition: $2,800-$15,200 Enrollment: 550 Religious affiliation: Episcopal Harding Academy East Memphis - Upper School 1100 Cherry Road, 38117 767-4494 hardinglions.org Student body: co-ed Grades: 18 mos.-12 Tuition: $4,895-$12,395 Enrollment: 945 Religious affiliation: Christian *Additional Locations: Harding Academy Cordova Lower School 8350 & 8360 Macon Road, 38018 • 767-4494 Grades: 18 mos.-6 Harding Academy East Memphis - Lower School 1106 Colonial, 38117 767-2093 Grades: 18 mos.-6 Hutchison School 1740 Ridgeway, 38119 761-2220 hutchisonschool.org Student body: female Grades: Age 2-12th grade Tuition: $6,188-$20,108 Enrollment: 872 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian Immanuel Lutheran School 6319 Raleigh LaGrange, 38134 388-0205

ilsmemphis.org Student body: co-ed Grades: preK3-8 Tuition: $6,490-$6,710 Enrollment: 225 Religious affiliation: Lutheran Lamplighter Montessori School 8563 Fay Road, 38018 751-2000 lamplighterschool.org Student body: co-ed Grades: 18 mos.-8 Tuition: $9,525-$13,950 Enrollment: 120 Religious affiliation: nonsectarian Lausanne Collegiate School 1381 W. Massey, 38120 474-1000 lausanneschool.com Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-12 Tuition: $13,060-$20,790 Enrollment: 883 Religious affiliation: nonsectarian

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Southern Avenue Charter Middle School 2185 Democrat Road, 38132 433-9356 Grades: 6-8

Collegiate School of Memphis 3353 Faxon Avenue, 38122 591-8200 collegiatememphis.org Student body: co-ed Grades: 6-12 Tuition: $10,000 Enrollment: 290 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian

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Soulsville Charter School 1115 College Street, 38106 261-6366 soulsvillecharterschool.org Grades: 6-12

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Macon Road Baptist School 11015 Highway 64, Arlington, 38002 • 290-5555 Grades: K4-12 Tuition: $5,350-$6,500 Enrollment: 675 for all locations Religious affiliation: Baptist Additional Locations: 9182 Highway 64, Lakeland, 38002 • 937-0766 Grades: K3-K5 3540 Tomlin Road, Oakland, 38060 • 465-3329 Grades: K3-2 Margolin Hebrew Academy - Feinstone Yeshiva of the South 390 S. White Station Road, 38117 • 682-2400 mhafyos.org Student body: co-ed (preK3-8), female (Grade 9-12), male (Grade 9-12) Grades: preK-12 Tuition: $7,231-$19,170 Enrollment: 180 Religious affiliation: Jewish Maria Montessori School 740 Harbor Bend Road, 38103 527-3444 mariamontessorischool.org Student body: co-ed Grades: 18 mos.-8 Tuition: $8,000-$10,000 Enrollment: 121 Religious affiliation: none Marshall Academy 100 Academy Drive, Holly Springs, MS, 38635 • (662) 252-3449 marshallacademy.com Student body: co-ed Grades: K3-12 + preschool day care Tuition: $6,152-$6,660 Enrollment: 230 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian Memphis Junior Academy 50 N. Mendenhall, 38117 683-1061 memphisjunioracademy.com Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-12 Tuition: $3,790-$8,780 Enrollment: 65 Religious affiliation: Seventhday Adventist Memphis University School 6191 Park, 38119 • 260-1300 musowls.org Student body: male Grades: 7-12 Tuition: $19,950 Enrollment: 640 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian

For more information contact us at 901-767-1356 or Admissions@saa-sds.org.

ST. AGNES ACADEMY-ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL 4830 Walnut Grove Road • Memphis, Tennessee 38117

WWW.SAA-SDS.ORG

LEARNERS TO LEADERS A Catholic tradition since 1851

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2016 SURVIVAL GUIDE • EDUCATION New Hope Christian Academy 3000 University Street, 38127 • 358-3183 newhopememphis.org Student body: co-ed Grades: 3 years- 6th grade Tuition: sliding scale based on income Enrollment: 411 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian Northpoint Christian School (formerly SBEC) 7400 Getwell Road, Southaven, MS, 38672 (662) 349-3096 Ncstrojans.com Student body: co-ed Grades: preK3-12 Tuition: $4,695-$9,675 Enrollment: 1,078 Religious affiliation: Christian Presbyterian Day School 4025 Poplar Avenue, 38111 842-4600 pdsmemphis.org Student body: male Grades: Age 2-Grade 6 Tuition: $8,450-$18,860 Enrollment: 615 Religious affiliation: Presbyterian Rossville Christian Academy 280 High Street, Rossville, 38066 • 853-0200 rossvillechristian.com Student body: co-ed Grades: K4-12 Tuition: $5,980-$6,150 Enrollment: 320 Religious affiliation: Interdenominational Christian St. Agnes Academy/St. Dominic School 4830 Walnut Grove Road, 38117 • 767-1356 Student body: St. Agnes, female; St. Dominic, male Grades: 2K-12 (girls); 2K-8 (boys) Tuition: $7,345-$16,700 Enrollment: 880 (combined) Religious affiliation: Catholic St. George’s Independent School - Collierville Campus 1880 Wolf River Boulevard, Collierville 38017 457-2000 sgis.org Student body: co-ed Grades: PK-5 Germantown & Memphis locations Grades: 6-12 at Collierville Tuition: $8,270-$19,500 Enrollment: 1,150 (all locations) Religious affiliation: Judeo-Christian *Additional Locations: Germantown Campus 8250 Poplar, 38138 261-2300 Grades: PK-5 Memphis Campus 3749 Kimball Avenue, 38111 261-3920 Grades: PK-5 St. Mary’s Episcopal School 60 Perkins Extended, 38117 537-1405 stmarysschool.org Student body: female Grades: 2 yrs.-12 Tuition: $2,550-$19,850 Enrollment: 860 Religious affiliation: Episcopal Tipton-Rosemark Academy 8696 Rosemark, Millington, 38053 • 829-6536 tiptonrosemarkacademy.net Student body: co-ed Grades: K3-12 8 11 8

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Tuition: $4,808-$8,485 Enrollment: 650 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian Westminster Academy 2500 Ridgeway Road, 38119 380-9192 wamemphis.com Student body: co-ed Grades: JK-12 Tuition: $7,165-$12,900 Enrollment: 295 Religious affiliation: reformed Christian West Memphis Christian School 1600 N. Missouri Street, West Memphis, AR, 72301 Elementary Campus • (870) 735-0642 wmcs.com Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-3rd Tuition: $4,900-$6,900 Enrollment: 200 Religious affiliation: Christian Additional Location: Middle School & High School 1101 N. Missouri Street (870) 400-4000 Grades: 4-12 Woodland Presbyterian School 5217 Park, 38119 • 685-0976 woodlandschool.org Student body: co-ed Grades: age 2-grade 8 Tuition: $8,161-$13,370 Enrollment: 350 Religious affiliation: Presbyterian SPECIAL SCHOOLS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS Schools for children with a variety of learning challenges Bodine School 2432 Yester Oaks Drive, Germantown, 38139 754-1800 bodineschool.org Serves students with dyslexia and dyslexia-related reading differences.

Grades: 1-6 Tuition: $21,300 Financial aid: available Enrollment: 95 Religious affiliation: none

Memphis Oral School for the Deaf 7901 Poplar Avenue, Germantown, 38138 758-2228 mosdkids.org At Memphis Oral School, deaf children are listening and talking. Small class sizes, daily speech therapy, and on-site cochlear implant mapping and therapy work toward this early intervention program’s goal of mainstreaming children into regular education programs.

Ages: 6 weeks- 6 years Tuition: sliding fee scale Financial aid: available Enrollment: 30 Religious affiliation: none Phoenix School for Creative Learning 2404 Arthur Road, Germantown, 38138 757-4360 thephoenixschool.net Phoenix offers individualized, arts-based learning for students with average or above-average I.Q., ADD/ ADHD, high-functioning autism, or other learning disabilities. Social skills therapy is part of the program.

Grades: 1-12 Tuition: $10,000 Financial aid: limited Enrollment: 28 Religious affiliation: none Shady Oaks School 2000 N. Germantown Parkway, Cordova, 38016 737-3355 shadyoaksmemphis.com Special, individualized instruction for students with ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning disabilities.

Individualized reading, math and phonics designed to build self-confidence and prepare students for traditional classroom learning. Curriculum including Spanish, music and karate.

Grades: 2-8 (ungraded classrooms) Tuition: $8,500 Financial aid: limited Enrollment: 20 Religious affiliation: nondenominational Christian

Harwood Center 711 Jefferson Avenue, 38105 harwoodcenter.org CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 448-8369 OF MEMPHIS Provides support and education for young children Catholic Diocese of with autism, Down syndrome, Memphis cerebral palsy, and other 373-1219 • cdom.org developmental disabilities.

Through its department of Provides ABA Services. education, CDOM administers 24 schools, Additional Location: serving approximately 7,549 8500 Walnut Grove Road students in pre-K through Memphis, TN 38018 grade 12. Jubilee Schools provide an educational Madonna Learning Center option for families in 7007 Poplar Avenue, economically challenged Germantown, 38138 neighborhoods. Those 752-5767 schools have Jubilee next to madonna-learning.org their name. To learn more Individualized educational about each school and services for special needs tuition rates, go to cdom.org children and adults. Students or the individual school. represent all disabilities, including Down syndrome, Christian Brothers High developmental and learning School disabilities, sensory 5900 Walnut Grove Road, processing disorders, and 38120 • 261-4900 other learning challenges.

Student body: male Ages: 5-30 Grades: 9-12 Grades: flexible levels, Enrollment: 901 ungraded classrooms Tuition: $12,700 De La Salle Elementary at Financial aid: available Blessed Sacrament Enrollment: 65-70 *Jubilee School Religious affiliation: none 2540 Hale Avenue, 38112 866-9084 Student body: co-ed

New Early Childhood Center Open Fall 2016

active learning

agile teaching

to build disciplined minds, adventurous spirits, and brave hearts

Coed Preschool – 8th Grade All-Girl High School 1695 Central Ave | Memphis (901) 435-5344

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St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School

Learning Today Leading Tomorrow

cementing timeless concepts ~ inspiring intrepid thinking so our students confidently navigate school and society At St. George’s, we help your child set traditional educational foundations, while also urging him to think critically, solve problems creatively, and work collaboratively. We weave classic knowledge and timely know-how together, equipping your child with the best of both worlds—for the world he’s about to inherit.

Germantown Memphis Collierville

PK—Grade 12

ST. GEORGE’S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

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Grades PreK-8, Part-time Program Ages 2-4

Challenging classes and programs for advanced students Specialized programs to support students with learning differences

2100 N. Germantown Pkwy.

Cordova, TN 38016 901-388-7321 www.sfawolves.org M E M PH I S PA R ENT.COM

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Swimming Lessons

• Ages 6mo and Up • Baby & Me Classes • Private Swim Lessons • Group Lessons

Year ‘round in our HEATED indoor pool!

SCUBA RANGERS Come Join the Fun with Scuba Rangers Ages 8 - 11

Holy Cross Catholic Preschool 1210 E. Wood Street, Paris, 38242 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-age 4 Enrollment: 25 Holy Rosary School 4841 Park Avenue, 38117 685-1231 Student body: co-ed Grades: K3-8 Enrollment: 449 Immaculate Conception Cathedral School 1669 Central Avenue (lower school), 38104 • 725-2710 1725 Central Avenue (upper school) • 725-2705 Student body: lower: co-ed; upper, female Grades: preK-12 Enrollment: 311 Incarnation School 360 Bray Station Road, Collierville, 38017 853-7804 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-8 Enrollment: 175

• Scuba Skills • Accomplishment • Community Awareness • Teamwork • Goal setting • Snorkel & Scuba Classes • Confidence

Memphis Catholic Middle & High School • Jubilee School 61 N. McLean Boulevard, 38104 • 276-1221 Student body: co-ed Grades: 7-12 Enrollment: 277

999 South Yates, Memphis, TN 901-763-3483 www.diveshop1.com

Our Lady of Perpetual Help School 8151 Poplar Avenue, Germantown, 38138 753-1181 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK 2-8 Enrollment: 195

Gift Cards make great gifts!

Helping Children with Learning Differences

Succeed!

Our Lady of Sorrows School *Jubilee School 3690 Thomas Street, 38127 • 358-7431 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK 3-8 Enrollment: 189 Resurrection School *Jubilee School 3572 Emerald, 38115 546-9926 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-6 Enrollment: 226 Sacred Heart of Jesus High School 146 McClellan Road, Jackson, 38305 • (731) 660-4774 Student body: co-ed Grades: 9-12 Enrollment: 85

Our program is designed to meet the needs of students with ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia and other Learning Difficulties • Small student/teacher ratio • Rebuilding self-confidence and self-esteem • Building social skills

• Individualized instruction • Multi-sensory reading and phonics program • Well-rounded curriculum including music, Spanish, and karate

Preparing your child for a bright future since 1973.

Ages 7 - 14

Shady Oaks School

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St. Agnes Academy for Girls/St. Dominic School for Boys 4830 Walnut Grove Road, 38117 • 767-1377 Student body: elementary: co-ed; high school: female Grades: preK-12 Enrollment: 847 St. Ann School - Bartlett 6529 Stage Road, 38134 386-3328 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-8 Enrollment: 276 St. Augustine School *Jubilee School 1169 Kerr Avenue, 38106 942-8002 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK 3-6 Enrollment: 120

St. Benedict at Auburndale High School 8250 Varnavas at Germantown Parkway, 38016 260-2840 Student body: co-ed Grades: 9-12 Enrollment: 835 St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School 2100 Germantown Parkway, 38016 • 388-7321 Student body: co-ed Grades: K4-8 Enrollment: 622 St. John School *Jubilee School 2718 Lamar Avenue, 38114 743-6700 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK 3-6 Enrollment: 198 St. Joseph School *Jubilee School 3851 Neely Road, 38109 344-0021 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK 3-6 Enrollment: 181 St. Louis School 5192 Shady Grove Road, 38117 682-9692 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK3-8 Enrollment: 526 St. Michael Parish School 3880 Forrest Avenue (38122) 323-2162 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-8 Enrollment: 165 St. Patrick School *Jubilee School 277 S. Fourth Street, 38126 521-3252 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK-6 Enrollment: 124 St. Paul School 1425 E. Shelby Drive, 38116 346-0862 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK3-6 Enrollment: 198 St. Therese Little Flower Primary • Jubilee School 1666 Jackson Avenue, 38107 Student body: co-ed Grades: preK 3-2 Enrollment: 87 St. Mary’s School (Jackson) 1665 Hwy 45 By-Pass, Jackson, 38305 • (731) 668-2525 Student body: co-ed Grades: 2 yrs.-8 Enrollment: 266

Building a foundation that lasts a lifetime

Coed Pre-K3 – 8th grade

Open House

Sunday, October 16, 2016 1:00 – 3:00 pm

4841 Park Avenue Memphis, TN 38117 901.685.1231 www.holyrosarymemphis.org

Better Give us a boy, and we’ll make him stronger, smarter, happier, and overall, better.

Presbyterian Day School BUILDING BETTER BOYS 4025 Poplar Avenue, Memphis TN 38111 901.842.4600 | pdsmemphis.org

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Recreational and competitive youth sports programs in the Memphis area Compiled by SAM CICCI

MUNICIPAL PARK AND RECREATION PROGRAMS

Memphis DPN offers summer baseball league for boys age 5-18. Register March-April.

Season runs May-July. Entry fee: $200/independent team, $100/ community center team.

Pitch League: $300 per team run April-June and Novemberand $15 for each non-resident; March. Entry fee: $200 per Recreational League: $450 per team, $100 Community Center team and $15 for each nonTeam in the fall. resident. Competitive League: $500 per team and $15 for each Collierville PRCA offers non-resident; 17 & under League: recreational leagues for boys $500 per team. For individuals, and girls grades 1st-12th. $75/resident, $90/non-resident. Register in mid-September.

Season runs December-March.

Collierville PRCA offers fall Entry Fee: $95 per resident for leagues for kids age 7-14. the first child/$75 each Register June-July. Season runs additional child, $145 per August-October. Entry Fee: non-resident for the first $95/Collierville resident, $145/ child/$125 each additional child. non-resident.

Germantown PRD offers Gameday Baseball offers boys leagues for boys in 1st to 10th middle school league for grades grade and for girls ages 7-14.

6 and 7. Registration in February. Register August-October.

Season runs March-May. $1,000 Season runs November-March. per team. gamedaybaseball.com Fee: $117/resident, $163/ non-resident.

Germantown Baseball League (GBL) offers baseball and Germantown PRD also offers softball leagues for ages 5-18.

Challenger Basketball leagues Register November-February. for children with special needs.

Season runs March-May. Registration: December$150-$195/resident and January, league runs weekly $175-$220/non-resident.

January-February. Ages: 6 to 16. gblbaseball.org Fee: $35. For information, call 757-7375.

Bartlett PRD offers leagues for boys age 5-17. Register early February. Season begins in March. Entry fees: T-Ball/Coach

Memphis DPN offers spring and fall leagues for boys and girls age 5-18. Register March-April or September-October. Seasons

Bartlett Parks and Recreation Department (BPRD) • cityofbartlett.org

Collierville Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department (CPRCA) • colliervilleparks.org • Sports include baseball, soccer, volleyball, flag football, and tennis Germantown Parks and Recreation Department (GPRD) • germantown-tn.gov Memphis Division of Parks and Neighborhoods (MDPN) Youth Athletics • memphistn.gov/ Government/ ParksNeighborhoods/ YouthAthletics.aspx

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Germantown Football League offers cheerleading for ages 5-12. Register May-July. Season

begins in August. Early Bird Entry Fee (before May 31): $125/ Germantown resident, $165/ non-resident. Regular entry fee: $145/resident, $185/nonresident. gflfootball.org

Memphis DPN offers flag recreational leagues for boys.

Register August-September.

Season runs SeptemberOctober. Entry fee: $100/ independent team, $50/ Community Center team.

Germantown Youth Cheerleading offers recreational FOOTBALL leagues for grades K-6. Register Germantown Football League in April. Season begins in August. offers team play for ages 5-12.

Entry fee: $135/resident, $172/ Register May-July. Season non-resident. Contact Craig begins in August. Early Bird Melton at cmelton@ Entry Fee: $180/resident, $260/ germantown-tn.gov or call non-resident. Regular Entry Fee: 757-7375. $200/resident, $280/ nonresident. gflfootball.org Wings Gymnastics Memphis offers cheer squads for girls GOLF grades 1-6. Register year-round. The First Tee of Memphis brings Season runs September-April. golf and life-skills coaching to One-week summer cheer camps. kids ages 5-18. Introduce your Power Tumbling grades 1-8 (boys child to the game of golf. & girls) and gymnastics (boys & Program taught on public girls) for ages 3-14. Entry fee: courses across the city. Seven$35 for one child, $50 for two or week sessions offered fall, spring, more. wingsgymnasticsmemphis. and summer. $55. com thefirstteememphis.org or karlon@thefirstteememphis.org

FLAG FOOTBALL

Collierville PRCA offers recreational leagues for 1st to 8th graders. Register June-July.

Season begins in August.

Registration fee: $115/resident, $165/non-resident.

Memphis’ Public Links program includes complimentary green fees for golfers under age 17 years. Each course provides loaner clubs and lessons from golf professionals. All City Memphis courses (except

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Galloway) are available Monday-Friday and after noon on weekends and holidays. Entry fee: $95 per Collierville resident, $145 per non-resident.

LACROSSE

Memphis Lacrosse Youth League offers team play for grades K-8 for the spring season (February-May). Registration is in January. Fees vary. memphislacrosse. uslaxteams.com No-Excuse Lacrosse offers summer and fall Select Travel Teams for grades 3-12.

Registration and tryouts in September.

Fees vary. noexcuselacrosse.com Rise Lacrosse offers league play indoor for boys ages 11-18 and girls ages 13-18.

Fee: $150. Registration in May. Season runs June-August. riselacrosse.com The Houston Lacrosse Club provides lacrosse for boys and girls, grades 3-12, at all skill levels. Registration in January.

Season runs February-April. Fees vary. houstonlacrosse.net

SOCCER

Memphis DPN offers four league divisions for boys and girls 5-18. Register February-March or July-August. Seasons begin in March and September. Entry fee: $100/independent team, $50/ Community Center Team.

Mid-South Futbol Club offers recreational leagues for boys and girls ages 4-12 and competitive leagues for boys and girls ages 8-19. Registration in July. Seasons run August-December and January-June. Fees vary. midsouthfc.org Legends Germantown Soccer Clubs offer spring and fall recreational and competitive leagues for boys and girls ages 3-18. Registration in December for spring and June for fall season. Seasons begin in February and August. Fees vary. germantownlegends soccer.com Bartlett PRD offers fall and spring leagues for ages 4-18. Register in February and May. Seasons run MarchMay and June-August. Fees vary by age group.

Collierville Soccer Association offers recreational leagues for ages 4-18 and competitive leagues for ages 7-18.

Register in May-June and JanuaryFebruary. Seasons run August-November and February-May. Fees vary. colsoc.com Memphis Liberty Soccer offers competitive leagues and clinics for kids of all ages. Tryouts and registration in May-June. Season runs AugustNovember. Fees vary. Weekly training sessions open to the public. 572-1813 or memphislibertysoccer.com

SOFTBALL

Memphis DPN offers leagues in four divisions for girls age 5-18. Register in Mid-March. Season runs May-July. Entry fee: $200/independent team, $100/ Community Center Team.

Bartlett PRD offers leagues for girls age 5-17. Registration early February. Entry fee: $75/resident, $90/non-resident.

Collierville PRCA offers recreational fall leagues for girls age 7-14. Register

Germantown Baseball League offers girl’s softball leagues for age 4-14. Register November-February. Season runs March-May. Prices vary. gblbaseball.org

SWIMMING

Bartlett Xtreme Swim Team offers swim groups for all levels. Contact Coach Mike Brown at mikebrown@cityofbartlett.org or 385-6470 to try out.

Memphis DPN offers swim teams for boys and girls ages 5-18 at designated community centers. Contact Aquatics Department, 547-8018.

Germantown Swim Team offers teams for ages 6 and up. Registration fee for new swimmers: $215, plus additional quarterly fees. gstswimming.com or email srobinson@germantown-tn.gov Memphis Tiger Swimming offers a year-round competitive team with professional coaching and instruction for beginners to Olympic level, ages 5-18.

Registration fee: $127 per child. Monthly dues ary. memphistiger swimming.com

TENNIS

Memphis Public Tennis Centers are owned by the city of Memphis and managed by Tennis Memphis. Leftwich, Wolbrecht, and Eldon Roark public centers are open seven days a week and offer open court time, adult walk-in clinics, junior programming, league play, tournaments, and private lessons. tennismemphis.org

Looking for a great family outing? Keep our go-to list of annual family events handy. From fairs and festivals to concerts and parades, you’ll find something every month to entertain your crew.

Edited by MEENA VISWANATHAN JULY 2016 Levitt Shell at Overton Park July 1-31 & September 3-October 23 levittshell.org • 272-2722 Gather your family and spend an evening listening to concerts at Memphis’ favorite open-air amphitheater, located in the heart of Overton Park. Thursday-Sunday, music starts at 7:30 p.m. Free.

July 4th Fireworks Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, and Bartlett host patriotic celebrations on Independence Day. Call your city hall for dates and times.

Collierville PRCA offers Youth Tennis Clinics and Camps, Jr. Team Tennis Development Program (lessons/match play) during the fall, spring and summer. colliervilleparks.org or register at everysport.net/collierville

SEPTEMBER 2016 Delta Fair & Music Festival September 2-11 deltafest.com • 867-7007 Come to the fair! Held annually at the Agricenter, it features national music acts, midway rides, 4-H and FFA Children’s Barnyard, a Delta Livestock Show, petting zoo, and fair food. Admission.

Junior Tennis in Memphis promotes opportunities for ages 5-18 through Memphis Tennis Association, including year-round USTA Junior Team Tennis, tournaments, camps, and NJTL programming. Fees vary. Contact Laura Huss at memphisjrtennis@gmail.com or memphisjrtennis.org

2016 Memphis Music & Heritage Festival September 3 & 4 southernfolklore.com • 525-3655 The Center for Southern Folklore presents this popular downtown heritage festival. Six stages feature musicians, dancers, speakers, and more. Come for a cooking demo or workshop, plenty of music and crafts. Free.

VOLLEYBALL

2016 Mid-South Book Festival September 7-11 midsouthbookfest.org This annual literary celebration includes a literacy summit, book festival, and adult and teen writers’ conferences. The street fair on Cooper at Playhouse includes children’s activities, author presentations, and food trucks. Free.

Memphis DPN offers co-ed leagues for ages 14-18. Register February-March.

Season runs March-May. $200 per independent team, $100 Community Center team.

Bartlett PRD offers league play for girls, ages 5-17. Register in February. Season runs March-April. Entry fee: $50 per resident, $65 per non-resident.

Collierville PRCA offers leagues for girls, grades 3-8. Register July-August. Season runs September-November. Entry Fee: $95/resident, $75 per additional child; $145/non-resident, $125 per additional child.

Hummingbird Migration & Nature Celebration September 9-11 strawberryplains.audubon.org • (662) 252-1155 Strawberry Plains Audubon Center in Holly Springs hosts this annual nature festival.

Watch hummingbird banders, take a wagon ride, check out live animal shows, and learn how to make your backyard wildlife-friendly.

Arts & crafts vendors, too. Admission.

Germantown Festival September 10 & 11 germantownfest.com • 757-9212 This festival brings together more than 400 arts & craftmen, rides and games, live music, car exhibits, and food. At the Germantown Civic Club Complex. Free. Shuttles available.

Cooper-Young Festival September 17 cooperyoungfestival.com • 276-7222 The Cooper-Young nieghborhood hosts this well-loved outdoor festival where Memphis music and art is king. More than 400 art vendors, three music stages, and a children’s area. Rain Date: September 18. No pets. Free.

Repair Days Family Fun Day September 24 metalmuseum.org • 774-6380 Got a broken pot? Get it fixed at this annual event. Families can enjoy hands-on arts activities and metalsmithing demos throughout the day. Free.

2016 Bartlett Fall Festival September 30 & October 1 cityofbartlett.org • 385-5589 Celebrate Bartlett’s 150th at W.J. Freeman Park. Enjoy a midway carnival, live music, a children’s area, hot air balloon rides, and concessions. Saturday events include the Bartlett High 5K Run, the Memphis BBQ Cooking Contest & Car Show, and fireworks.

Free.

Spooky Nights at Shelby Farms Park Fridays & Saturdays, September 30-October 31 shelbyfarmspark.org • 222-PARK At this one-of-a-kind Halloween adventure, kids can take a night hike, carve a pumpkin, or enjoy a horse-drawn hayride. Teens will love prowling the haunted trail and playing zombie paintball. Admission.

OCTOBER 2016 Pink Palace Crafts Fair October 14-16 memphismuseums.org • 636-2362 Come to Audubon Park and see more than 300 crafters, plus demos, live music, children’s activities, petting zoo, and food.

Admission.

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2016 SURVIVAL GUIDE • ANNUAL EVENTS Freedom Award Public Forum October 20 civilrightsmuseum.org • 521-9699 The National Civil Rights Museum celebrates 25 years during this awards event, which brings international celebrities to Memphis.

The Public Forum for students includes remarks from Freedom Award honorees. Keepers of the Dream award recognizes teens who show compassion, leadership, courage, and service. Free & ticketed events.

Zoo Boo October 21-23 & 27-31 memphiszoo.org • 333-6500 Wear your favorite Halloween costume and haunt the zoo. Event features live music and dance, plenty of candy stations, and rides.

Admission.

RiverArtsFest October 21-23 riverartsmemphis.org • 261-5534 Art It Up Downtown! South Main Historic District hosts for this annual art festival, with art by more than 175 artists, Memphis music, and great food. Free on Friday night: the Rockin’ Art Show Concert.

Admission Saturday and Sunday.

2016 Mid-South Step Up for Down Syndrome October 23 dsamemphis.org/2016-step-up-walk • 547-7588 Step Up and be a part of the largest disability awareness event in the Mid-South. The event features a 1-mile fun walk, family picnic, petting zoo, children’s activities, and prizes. Admission.

Festival of Fun and Fright October 28 germantown-tn.gov • 757-7375 A spooky Halloween experience as All Children’s Theatre presents the Fairy Tale Trail for young children, and Houston High dares older kids to walk the Trail of Terror. Wear your favorite costume and enjoy carnival games, moon bounces, and concessions. At Bob Hailey Athletic Complex in Germantown.

Admission.

Scare on the Square October 28 mainstreetcollierville.org • 853-1666 Trick-or-treating on Collierville’s historic town square. Free.

Fall Harvest Festival at Bobby Lanier Farm Park October 29 germantown-tn.gov/index. aspx?page=1174 • 757-7378 Celebrate the harvest at Fall Harvest Festival, which includes live music, pumpkin patch fun, farm animal visits, hayrides, a hay maze, a kiddie pedal tractor pull competition, and cooking demos.

Free.

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Halloween on the Island musical light show. Admission.

October 31 memphisriverfront.com JANUARY 2017 Experience Halloween fun at Mud Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Island River Park with a haunted Holiday river walk, costume contests, games, January 16 rides, and civilrightsmuseum.org • 521-9699 trick-or-treating. Admission.

The National Civil Rights Museum celebrates Dr. King’s birthday with NOVEMBER 2016 children’s activities, educational and IndiaFest 2016 cultural performances, and vendors.

November 5 Extended hours, reduced admission. indiafestmemphis.org Celebrate all things Indian at this FEBRUARY 2017 annual festival, from delicious Black History Month cuisine and dance demonstrations Events all month to art and heritage displays. At the Sponsored exhibitions, lectures, and Agricenter. Admission. programs celebrate Black History Month across the city. Call the Memphis Israel Festival National Civil Rights Museum, November 13 521-9699, or the Memphis Public memphisfoi.org • 240-8102 Library, 415-2700 for details.

Israel is the focus of this cultural festival, where visitors can discover Reelfoot Lake Eagle Festival delicious food, music, games, arts & February 3-5 crafts, petting zoo, camel rides, rock reelfoottourism.com • (731) 253-2007 climbing, and more. Admission.

Reelfoot Lake State Park in Tiptonville, gives families an Zoo Lights opportunity to spot our national November 18-December 30 (select bird in its natural habitat during this nights) annual festival. Activities include live memphiszoo.org • 333-6500 birds of prey program, sunrise Get ready to see the zoo in a whole photography walk, guided eagle and new light. Meet-n-greet with Santa, waterfowl tours, children’s activities, ride the Ferris wheel, and glide on art and photography contests, and the outdoor ice skating rink. Rink vendors. Free. Admission for boat opens mid-November-January. tours.

Admission.

Soup Sunday Starry Nights Date TBA November 18-December 27 soupsunday.org • 251-5000 shelbyfarmspark.org/starrynights • More than 70 area restaurants turn 222-PARK out for this fundraiser at the Shelby Farms Park undergoes a FedExForum. On-tap are delicious makeover for the holiday season by soups, breads, appetizers, and putting on this sparkling light show. desserts for sampling. Fun for kids Run, walk, bike, or drive through the includes the Oreo-Stacking Contest, park to view the display, then wrap inflatables, games, and live your visit at Mistletoe Village with entertainment. Admission. Benefits fun family activities. Admission.

Youth Villages.

Benefits the Park.

MARCH 2017 Enchanted Forest Festival of Trees Read Across America and Dr. Seuss’ November 19-December 31 Birthday (March 2nd) memphismuseums.org • 636-2362 Events all month The Pink Palace Museum hosts this memphislibrary.org or nea.org/ popular Memphis tradition. The readacross • 415-2700 (Main Library) Enchanted Forest features Celebrate reading with your child animated characters in a snowy this month; look for events at setting, Penguin Pals in the Penguin branch libraries and selected venues.

Pond, the Gingerbread Village, designer-decorated Christmas trees, Spring Fling Garden Show and and pictures with Santa. Admission.

Plant Sale Benefits Le Bonheur.

March 17 & 18 memphisareamaster DECEMBER 2016 gardeners.org • 752-1207 Christmas Parades Bring your family to the Memphis, Arlington, Bartlett, Agricenter’s Red Barn and listen to Collierville, and Germantown host nationally known gardening Christmas parades, complete with speakers, take part in workshops, high school bands, floats, and the and shop from food trucks and appearance of Santa. Go online to vendors. city websites for dates and times.

Kids can enjoy arts & crafts. Free.

Snowy Nights in My Big Backyard Select dates in December (TBA) memphisbotanicgarden.com • 636-4116 Explore a winter wonderland setting in My Big Backyard at the Botanic Garden. Play in the “snow,” sip hot cocoa or spiced tea, create a winter craft, play games, and enjoy a

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APRIL 2017 Family Egg Hunt April 15 memphisbotanicgarden.com • 636-4100 The Garden’s annual egg hunt features live music, magic shows, kids’ crafts, lawn games, a Bunny Hop area, age-appropriate egg

hunts, and activities throughout the morning. Admission.

Bookstock 2017 April 29 memphislibrary.org • 415-2700 Books and authors take center stage at the Memphis Public Library’s Bookstock festival. This celebration of ideas features 40 local authors, live music, a scavenger hunt, arts & crafts, face painting, workshops, author talks, and food trucks. Free.

Memphis Arts Festival Date & Location (TBA) aminusa.org • 490-9772 The American Muslim Intercultural Network (AMIN) hosts this annual festival featuring local artisans, children’s activities, informational tables, and food vendors. Free.

MAY 2017 Memphis In May International Festival Events all month memphisinmay.org • 525-4611 Each May, Memphis salutes global partnerships by honoring one nation. This month-long event includes art displays from the recognized nation and signature events: Beale Street Music Festival, the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, the Great American River Run, and 901Fest.

Tom Lee Park, rain or shine.

Admission.

Latino Memphis Festival May 6 latinomemphis.org Come for a fiesta at Overton Park and immerse yourself in a Latino experience. Festivities include a Salsa-Making Championship, live performances, children’s activities, arts & crafts, bounce houses, soccer demos, a marketplace, and food.

Free.

Dog-A-Roo May 7 shelbyfarmspark.org/dog-a-roo • 222-PARK This pup-friendly festival takes place at the Outback Off-Leash Dog Park at Shelby Farms Park. Events include a talent and costume contest, rescue parades, the Four-Legged 4K Fun Run, and pet specialists info sessions. Dogs must be leashed.

Free. Pay to park. Benefits Shelby Farms Park Conservancy.

59th Annual Greek Food Festival May 12 & 13 memphisgreekfestival.com • 327-8177 Get a taste of Greek life at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. Festivities include Athenian Dance Troupe performance, bounce house, live music, marketplace, and homemade food and desserts.

Admission.

Mother’s Day Brunch May 14 memphisbotanicgarden.com • 636-4131 Celebrate Mother’s Day at the

Japanese Garden by treating mom to a gourmet buffet. Enjoy live music and crafts. Admission.

Memphis Children’s Theatre Festival May 26 & 27 voicesofthesouth.org • 726-0800 The McCoy Theatre at Rhodes College Campus hosts this annual festival by Voices of the South.

Bring a picnic and enjoy strolling performers, do outdoor art activities, or take part in a workshop.

Pay-what-you-can.

International Blacksmithing Day 2017 May 27 metalmuseum.org • 774-6380 The Metal Museum celebrates the creation of metal work with blacksmithing demos and competitions throughout the day.

Free. Fee for hands-on activities.

JUNE 2017 Memphis Italian Festival June 1-3 memphisitalianfestival.com Experience the culture of Italy at Marquette Park. Festivities include bocce ball, carnival games, rides, corn hole, The Luigi 5K, spaghetti gravy contest, grape stomping contest, pizza toss, live entertainment, marketplace, and food. Admission.

Sunset on the Square Summer Concert Series Thursday nights in June and July mainstreetcollierville.org • 853-1666 Live music performed at the bandstand in Historic Town Square, Collierville. Free.

The Orpheum Summer Movie Series June-August orpheum-memphis.com • 525-3000 Enjoy your favorite films on the Orpheum’s big screen and also at the Halloran Centre located next to the Orpheum. Come early to take part in pre-movie activities.

Admission.

A Day of Merrymaking June 3 overtonpark.org/merrymaking • 214-5450 This annual family festival celebrates the city’s oldest park, Overton Park.

Live music, children’s activities, food trucks, and local vendor party on the Greensward. Hollywood Feed invites your dogs to join in the fun at Overton Bark, the dog park. Free.

Donations benefit Overton Park Conservancy.

Malco Kids Summer Film Fest Tuesdays & Wednesdays in June & July malco.com • 761-3480 Summer is the time to cool off and catch your favorite kid movies at select Malco Theatres. Admission.

Benefits children’s hospitals in the Mid-South.

2016 SURVIVAL GUIDE • ARTS (CONT. FROM P.6) The Salvation Army Kroc Center 800 E. Parkway • 729-8007 krocmemphis.org The Kroc Center offers arts, education, and recreation programs. Household memberships start at $54/month.

Summer day camps.

ARTS DESTINATIONS FOR FAMILIES There are many places where you and your tribe can seek out the bold, the beautiful, and maybe even the blissful.

ART MUSEUMS Art Museum of the University of Memphis 142 CFA Building, University of Memphis • 678-2224 memphis.edu/amum Explore the newly renovated AMUM. Permanent collections include Egyptian art and relics plus masks and textiles from sub-Saharan Africa. Free.

The Dixon Gallery and Gardens 4339 Park • 761-5250 dixon.org Formerly a private residence, this fine arts museum focuses on Impressionism. Admission: $7/ adults, $3/ages 7-17, under 6/free.

New for 2016: Food Truck Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Free.

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art 1934 Poplar • 544-6200 brooksmuseum.org Celebrating its 100th anniversary, the Brooks has been refurbished.

Newly opened is Inside Art, a family gallery that teaches art appreciation. Free family-friendly activities include Wacky

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon with films and art activities and Family Days, held in celebration of new exhibits. Admission: $7/adults, $3/ages 7-18, free/ages 6 and under.

The Metal Museum 374 Metal Museum Drive 774-6380 metalmuseum.org Discover the creativity and versatility of metalwork. Observe blacksmiths at work and picnic in the sculpture garden with a panorama of the Mississippi.

Admission: $6/adults. $4/ages 5-18. Free under 5.

Stax Museum of American Soul Music 926 East McLemore • 946-2535 staxmuseum.com Stax pays tribute to American soul artists who recorded at this studio in the 1960s and 70s. Enjoy interactive exhibits, videos, artifacts, and memorabilia. Get out on the disco-style dance floor or watch as Isaac Hayes goldplated Cadillac spins. It’s groovy, baby. Admission: $13/adults. $10/ ages 9-12. Free/under 8.

COMMUNITY THEATERS AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTERS DeSoto Family Theatre 4560 Venture (I-55/Church), Southaven, MS • (662) 280-6546 dftonline.org Musical theater with a variety of family shows. The 2016-2017 season includes Disney’s Aladdin and A Christmas Carol.

Germantown Community Theatre 3037 Forest Hill-Irene, Germantown • 754-2680 or 937-3023 gtcomeplay.org/camp Staged productions plus drama classes for kids. Productions for 2016 include The Music Man.

Playhouse on the Square/The Circuit Playhouse 66 S. Cooper • 726-4656 playhouseonthesquare.org Memphis’ only professional resident theaters. Summer productions include Sister Act (June 17-July 10) and Mamma Mia! (August 12-September 4).

Harrell Performing Arts Theatre 440 West Powell, Collierville 457-2780 harrelltheatre.org The Harrell stages familyoriented musicals throughout the year. Kids are encouraged to audition. Footloose the Musical runs July 15-24. The 2016-2017 shows include Spamalot and A Christmas Story.

Theatre Memphis 630 Perkins Ext. • 682-8323 theatrememphis.org One of the oldest community theaters in the country, Theatre Memphis stages a new show almost every month. ShoWagon presents theatre for kids.

Hattiloo Theatre 37 S. Cooper • 525-0009 hattilootheatre.org Hattiloo’s new performance center sits in the heart of Overton Square. You’ll find musicals, dramas, and familyfriendly productions with pay-what-you-can dates, plus youth programming.

The Orpheum 203 S. Main • Info: 525-7800, tickets: 525-3000 orpheum-memphis.com Memphis’ historic downtown theater presents Broadway musicals, comedy acts, and concerts. Don’t miss the Summer Movie series on the big screen and the Family Arts Series during the fall and winter. Student theatre arts education takes place at the Halloran Center.

Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center 3663 Appling, Bartlett • 385-6440 bpacc.org Summer Drama Camp for ages 8-13 runs Tuesday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. This year’s camps include Treasure Island and Aladdin. Family Arts Series includes Hairspray.

Buckman Performing and Fine Arts Center St. Mary’s Episcopal School, 60 Perkins Ext. • 537-1483 buckmanartscenter.com The Buckman stages world music and dance concerts. Magic Carpet Ride on Saturdays brings arts appreciation for children ages 2-7.

Germantown Performing Arts Centre 1801 Exeter, Germantown 751-7500 gpacweb.com GPAC presents world-class artists and performances to

delight audiences of all ages. July summer camps, and in the fall, PB&J, a fun music appreciation program for preschoolers.

Levitt Shell Overton Park • 272-2722 levittshell.org This nonprofit arts venue stages free, open-air concerts from mid-May to September. Bring your family for a picnic and enjoy great music.

MUSIC PERFORMANCE GROUPS Memphis Boychoir and Girlchoir St. John’s Episcopal Church 323-8597 memphisboychoir.org These choirs help children learn spiritual music while gaining lessons in teamwork and confidence.

Memphis Symphony Orchestra 585 S. Mendenhall • 537-2500 memphissymphony.org MSO musicians perform, teach, mentor, and entertain audiences.

Family Tunes and Tales are free concerts held at Memphis public libraries.

Opera Memphis Clark Opera Memphis Center, 6745 Wolf River Pkwy. • 257-3100 operamemphis.org Opera Memphis celebrates classic and innovative new works, making opera accessible to all.

Special events include 30 Days of Opera and Family Days, which bring kids and opera together, along with other fun activities.

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5/13/15 11:56 AM Not far from downtown is the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, which entertains while showing the evolution of blues and music captured 5/13/15soul 11:56 AM by artists who recorded at this legendary studio. Visit on Tuesdays when admission is free to Shelby County residents from 1 to 5 p.m. The Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum also explores the region’s musical roots and is free to residents from 2 to 7 p.m.

In Midtown, you can watch the hippos romp at Zambezi River Hippo Camp at the Memphis Zoo. Free admission is from 2 to 5 p.m. with a Tennessee driver’s license. (Arrive early, the line starts forming 45 minutes ahead). Kids will love learning about dinosaurs this summer with a special exhibit, Scenes of the Dinosaurs, at the Pink Palace Museum. Admission is free on Tuesdays from 1 to 5 p.m.

For outdoor play, roam the Lichterman Nature Center for free, 1 to 3 p.m., or explore art at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens with “Pay-What-You-Wish,” 10 a.m.-4 p.m. On Saturdays mornings, the Dixon is also free from 10 a.m.noon. While there, drop in on the Family Studio, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., and create a work of art.

After all that exercise, you’ll probably be ready for a meal. A number of restaurants in Memphis provide cheap eats for kids. To learn about great food deals, visit our Cheap Eats page at memphisparent.com.

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WEDNESDAY

Midweek you might find it fun to chillax at the movies. Malco’s Summer Film Fest offers kid-friendly shows at the Cordova, Collierville, Stage, DeSoto, and Olive Branch theaters through July 29. Movies start at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, $2/per person. July titles include: Alvin and the Chipmunks - Chipwrecked, Ice Age The Meltdown, and How to Train Your Dragon. For a complete schedule, visit malco.com.

Several museums also offer Wednesday specials. The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art has Free Wednesday, a perfect time to explore Inside Art, the state’s first hands-on family art gallery dedicated to visual literacy. Wacky Wednesdays is the museum’s kid-friendly morning activity, with a children’s film series and open maker studio, 10 a.m.-noon. Afterward, take a hike through the Old Forest at Overton Park or play at Rainbow Lake playground.

Just remember a picnic lunch and enjoy a relaxed afternoon.

Another great outdoor destination is My Big Backyard at Memphis Botanic Garden. Free to members ($8/non-members, $5/ages 2-12), kids can wade in a stream, explore playhouses, and dig in a sandbox. Pick up some fresh produce at the Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 2 to 6 p.m.

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Out east, your family can learn about Tennessee’s pioneer days at Hillwood: Davies Manor Plantation, Shelby County’s oldest log home. Here you’ll discover what life was like in the mid-1800s. Tour the house, outbuildings, and plantation grounds. ($5/adults, $3/children.) Open Tuesday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sustainable living is celebrated at Bobby Lanier Farm Park (2700 Cross Country, north of entrance to Germantown Elementary School), a contemporary take on farm life with its community garden, chickens, and rabbits. During the summer months, a Farmers Market takes place each Thursday from 4 to 7:30 p.m. with live music and food trucks.

Finally, kids can get wet at the spray park at Suggs Park in Collierville.

While you’re there, bring a lawn chair and enjoy the live music and food at Sunset on the Square Summer Concert Series at the historic Town Square in Collierville; every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. through the end of July.

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Speaking of free music, Midtown boasts the newly renovated Levitt Shell at Overton Park, with its amazing light show. Free concerts are held here on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings June 2-July 21 and September 3-October 24. Go to levittshell.org to view the performance schedule.

SATURDAY

Drop in to the Memphis Railroad and Trolley Museum at Central Station, which tells the history of Memphis’ railroad lines with cool memorabilia and model trains kids will love. ($3/adults, $1/ages 4-12.) Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Friday and Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday.

From there, you’re not far from exploring the beauty of Elmwood Cemetery, an early Victorian-era park that holds bountiful history in its monuments and gravestones. It’s free to walk the grounds, or check out some of the guided tours available, some lead by docents in costume.

Another fun Saturday destination is cooling off at the garden-themed H2O Splash Park at the Children’s Museum of Memphis. (Free to members, $15/nonmembers.) For a free spray park, check out Peabody Park (just north of Cooper and Central). With geysers, a spray pad, and fountains, it is ideal for young children.

SUNDAY

Celebrate pedal power by taking a family bike ride on the Greenline, a flat, 12-mile paved urban trail that connects Midtown with Shelby Farms Park. There are a host of access points, and even a few yummy places for noshing in the High Point Terrace neighborhood.

Or try the Wolf River Nature Trail path (access at Humphreys and Walnut Grove), which is hilly and largely shaded.

Make a point to land at Shelby Farms, where kids love the creative Woodland Discovery Playground and its cool slides, swings, and climbing structures. The newly refurbished Patriot Lake is scheduled to open later in July, and boating is available on Pine Lake.

Finally, cap off your week by cheering on the Memphis Redbirds. Lawn seating is $9 per person. Don’t miss the Boardwalk games; kids even get to run the bases at Sunday evening games.

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