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section: schools
first_reported: 2026-11-06 05:00 CST
updated: 2026-11-06 05:00 CST
status: reported
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# Memphis educator works to close Tennessee literacy gap

WREG profiles a Memphis educator working on children's literacy. Last year's TCAP scores showed nearly 42% of Tennessee third graders reading and writing on grade level.

Section: [Schools](/memphis/section/life.md) · Entities: [TCAP](/memphis/wiki/tcap.md)

## Coverage

- [WREG News Channel 3 (CBS)](https://wreg.com/news/bright-spot/memphis-educator-fights-to-close-the-literacy-gap-in-tn-needs-pic/), 2026-11-06 05:00 CST: Memphis educator fights to close literacy gap in TN

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