A Strike Against Families
The teachers’ union and LAUSD can’t agree on a contract and they are planning to strike. I don’t feel goodRead More…
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Putting My Heart & Soul Into Lynwood Unified School District: Why I’m Running for Re-Election
While my commitment to ensuring students in all communities receive access to an array of opportunities that will allow themRead More…
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Why I’m Advocating to Keep Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep Open For 5 More Years
Due to my personal experience at school, I didn’t want my children to attend the schools that I attended. AtRead More…
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How Does a Strike Benefit Parents?
I’m an LAUSD mom. I have had two children go through the district and their experiences have been as differentRead More…
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Protecting the Rights of All Students in LAUSD
I started the organization Parents with Exceptional Kids after I had my son. Through this non-profit, I am raising awarenessRead More…
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My Abuelitahood Journey: Celebrating Grandparents Day 2018
Being a mother has been the greatest honor and most difficult challenge in my life. To be able to receive,Read More…
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It’s Not Only About School Supplies: Mental Preparedness is a Back to School Essential
Going back to school can be an exciting and anxious time for students. For younger students, this can mean schoolRead More…
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Special Education Series: Q & A with Valentin Escanuela, a San Diego Principal
I believe in a free and public educational system that has a moral obligation to meet the needs of allRead More…
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Thanks to Rocketship Discovery Prep, My Daughter’s First Week of Middle School at Kipp Heritage Went Smooth
The transition from elementary school to middle school can be quite overwhelming for a student, and quite frankly, for theRead More…
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Just Do It: How Colin Kaepernick Embodies the Impact of Culturally Responsive Teaching
My eyes lit up when I first saw Nike’s new ad campaign shining a light on Colin Kaepernick’s journey andRead More…
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