John Little, III

John Little, III is the Director of Organizing and Outreach at Nashville PROPEL, an organization focused on empowering parents to advocate for educational equity in Nashville. In this role, he is instrumental in developing grassroots organizing strategies to connect with and support parents of children attending low-performing schools.

Background and Experience

Before joining Nashville PROPEL, John Little served as the Organizing Director at Memphis Lift, where he helped establish a framework for parent advocacy that has since been replicated in Nashville. He has a strong background in education, having previously worked as the Director of Student Culture at Boys Prep, a public charter school. His experience includes spearheading initiatives that enhance student recruitment and engagement within educational settings.123

Contributions to Education Advocacy

Little's work at Nashville PROPEL involves training parents to understand their rights and the implications of their children's school designations. This initiative aims to increase parental involvement and awareness regarding educational challenges in their communities. Under his leadership, Nashville PROPEL has successfully completed its inaugural parent fellowship program, engaging numerous families in discussions about school performance and advocacy.146

Personal Philosophy

John Little emphasizes the importance of grassroots movements in education reform, advocating for a model that empowers parents through education about school systems and policies. His approach aligns with a broader goal of fostering community-driven solutions to improve educational outcomes for all students.15