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DCS rescinds silos as grantees showcase trauma‑informed programs for children and families
Summary
Department of Children’s Services convened Resilient Tennessee grantees to share innovations funded by an ACES grant, highlighting school‑based SEL clubs in Memphis, maternal‑health ACEs toolkits, workforce training and community collectives. Presenters emphasized data collection, partner roles and plans to scale evidence‑based practices.
Department of Children’s Services hosted a Resilient Tennessee grantee showcase bringing nonprofit and school partners together to present programs funded by an ACES innovation grant. Serena Wilson of DCS opened the meeting saying the grant prioritizes both quantitative metrics and qualitative, transformational stories and announced the first learning community would begin in September.
Presenters described a mix of school programs, clinical toolkits and workforce‑facing initiatives. Colette Parks of Memphis Shelby County Schools detailed a district approach that pairs a K–12 SEL curriculum (Rethink), RESET rooms staffed by trained assistants, family…
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