Anna talks with Dr. Ameshica R. Linsey, the Associate Executive Director of the GOAL Collective--goal standing for Growing Opportunities for Adult Learners. This local organization acts as a hub that connects adults with the education opportunities available to them, and provides information and connections to services and programs that help to make schooling happen. This includes things as simple as transportation and babysitting.

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In this interview, Anna talks about AgeWell. It's a trusted resource and organization that works to advance solutions to meet the needs of older adults and caregivers. In this interview, Grace Smith and Paula Daigle with AgeWell Middle Tennessee discuss the shifting needs of older folks, about some of the issues they're facing (like the costs of housing and medicine), and how they, and those who care for them, can get help, find resources that are available to them, and have a better, safer and happier life. They also offer an INVALUABLE TOOL: The Directory of Services. It's free, available online, or at the local public library. It has contact information for HUNDREDS of different reputable groups and agencies to help you find solutions to challenges faced by elderly folks or their family members. Get the info at agewelltn.org/

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Anna interviews Shelby Doyle, Vice President for Public Awareness with the National School Choice Awareness Foundation. They discuss how the choice of schools works in TN and the options that are available to help parents match their children with schools that fit their goals and talents. They go over the list of education options currently available, including district schools, public, charter, private, magnet, and online learning. They also touch on efforts to reach the Hispanic community with information on their options.

National School Choice Week will celebrate its 15th anniversary, and 3 school and community events are scheduled across Nashville to highlight the educational opportunities available to children, through School Choice.

From January 26 to February 1, 2025, the spotlight shines on the remarkable expansion of educational options across the country, including options such as open enrollment in district schools, public charter schools, private schools, magnet schools, online learning, homeschooling, and microschooling. Get more information about education options in your area at https://schoolchoiceweek.com/event-near-me/.

Events and dates to learn more in person include:
Northfield Academy
Columbia, Tennessee
(931) 381-1468 x6261
Traditional Public School
1/27/2025

Shiloh Headstart
Cookeville, Tennessee
(931) 303-8297
Private School
1/13/2025

Cumberland Elementary STEAM Magnet School
Nashville, Tennessee
(813) 764-5803
Traditional Public School
1/26/2025

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