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THIRD THURSDAY LUNCH AND DISCUSSION - March 18, 2010

"THIRD THURSDAY" LUNCH AND DISCUSSION

MARCH 18, AT 12:00

TOPIC: CHARTER SCHOOLS

Our lunch on March 18 at 12:00 will focus on charter schools. As we look for solutions to improve public education, few have stirred as much controversy as charter schools--schools that hover between the public and private sectors.

Alan Coverstone, Metro Schools' Director of Charter Schools, will join us as we discuss the many challenges and opportunities presented by charter schools in Nashville. The topic is especially timely when we consider:

• New state legislation raises the cap for the potential number of charter schools in Nashville to 20.
• Metro Superintendent of Schools Jesse Register and State Education Commissioner Tim Webb announced plans to seek a charter program to partner with the school system in turning around Cameron Middle School.
• Mayor Dean recently announced the creation of a statewide charter school incubator, The Center for Charter School Excellence, to be based in Nashville.

Join us as we gather at the Green Hills Public Library, 3701 Benham Ave (behind the GH Post Office) at 12:00 (note the new time). To order a box lunch for $8, please contact Jo Singer at 794-2781 or gjosinger@aol.com no later than Tues., March 16. Or simply bring a brown bag. Invite a friend and enjoy another lively League lunch!

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Consistent Voter Services

League members can impact the election process by volunteering to help educate the citizens of the community and provide opportunities for voter registration. Voter education and voter registration opportunities are continuous but peak during election years. Get involved by:

• Planning and participating in candidate forums
• Conducting voter registration drives at events such as the All About Women Conference and the Mayor's First Day of School Festival and assist other groups with drives
• Speaking to groups on the voting process: community associations, schools, and GED classes
• Working with others, such as the Tennessee Disability Coalition, to ensure access to the polls
• Serving as poll observers on election days
• Observing meetings of the Davidson County Election Commission
• Monitoring and studying the election process
• Supporting adequate resources for the election process

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League members can impact public policy by educating the public about issues important to good government and community well-being, and advocating for League positions on key issues. Because we live in the state capital, Nashville League members work on both local and state issues. We also answer calls to action from the LWVUS when issues are pending in Congress. Whatever your interests, you can get involved!

Specifically, the League advocates for access to health care; education to prepare students for responsible citizenry and the economy of the future; good stewardship of our natural resources; election processes that are fair and secure; and ethics and transparency in government. League members interested in issue advocacy can participate by:

• Educating our members and the community by writing articles in the Voter, submitting op-ed columns, or planning and conducting public forums
• Advocating for League positions on critical issues by writing or talking to elected officials

The League is a grass roots organization, guided by positions adopted by its members at all three League levels--local, state, and national. To learn more about the issues identified and supported by members, go to our ISSUES Page.

Please tell us how you would like to become involved by calling (615) 297-7134 or sending an email to info@LWVNasvhille.org or president@LWVNashville.org

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League of Women Voters of Nashville
P. O. Box 158369
Nashville, TN 37215
615-297-7134
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