PRESENTERS & SESSIONS

 

KEYNOTE

Dr. Tracy White

Founder & President | Upstream Education for All, Inc.

Dr. Tracy White is a national keynote speaker, and an education change agent dedicated to creating equitable learning opportunities for over 40 years. With decades of experience in curriculum development, professional development, leadership development, strategic planning, she has spearheaded local and state-wide initiatives that drive deep systemic change. Dr. White’s work bridges research to practice, empowering educators, families, and strategic partners to support lifelong learning for all.

Currently, White serves as the founder of Upstream Education for All, a nonprofit dedicated to transforming life outcomes for the marginalized in society by advancing the work of resolute nonprofit leaders who are defying the odds. The mission is rooted in the belief that education is the great equalizer, and faith that it is possible to break generational cycles of disparity and create opportunity through strategic and united nonprofit collaborative action. Upstream provides nonprofit leaders with differentiated technical assistance and support that remove barriers and ignite organizational impact.

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“This session was so informative! When I taught middle school I wondered how we could make time teach students who were struggling how to read that didn't require them to come before school or stay after school. This session taught me that it is possible to incorporate reading support classes DURING the school day AND how to do it with dignity and agency. I was inspired and even further encouraged!”

— 2023 Memphis Literacy Conference participant

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