Written by: JR Robinson

The Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) board meeting on Tuesday night, which aimed to discuss the termination of Superintendent Marie Feagins' contract, has sparked a community-wide movement to recall certain board members. In response to the controversial meeting, many Memphis residents are now seeking to remove the school board members themselves.

While JustMyMemphis had planned to launch a digital petition, it's important to note that official recall petitions require paper signatures from registered voters within the specific school board district. However, to gauge public opinion and keep the community informed, we are offering an alternative approach:

1. Online Opinion Form: We have created an online form for Memphis residents to express their views on recalling specific school board members. This form will serve as an initial step to measure community sentiment.

2. Email Updates: Those who fill out the online form will receive email updates about the recall process, including information on how to sign the official paper petitions when they become available.

3. Community Voice: All opinions gathered through the online form will be compiled and sent to the school board, ensuring that community voices are heard.

4. Official Process Information: We will provide details on the official recall petition process, which requires signatures from registered voters within each board member's district.

This initiative aims to empower Memphis residents to participate in the democratic process and voice their concerns about the recent school board actions. While the online form is not a legally binding petition, it serves as a crucial tool for organizing and informing the community about the next steps in the recall effort.