Own the Morning: Setting Up Our Children For Success at School Before They Walk Into Class
“Can I just have five more minutes?” This question is asked by countless children all around the world. Frankly, itRead More…
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No Thanks: Trump’s School Safety Commission Calls for Arming School Officials
When I envisioned my time in the classroom, I never imagined having to sit through a forum with a localRead More…
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There Isn’t a District in CA Where Underserved Students are Performing at a Proficient Level
I write this blog having just come out of one of the most insightful conversations with a current high schoolRead More…
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Five Holiday Gift Ideas for Educators
During the holidays, a lot of parents think that getting a gift for their child’s teacher will benefit them byRead More…
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Kids Are Being Bullied to Death, But What Are Parents and Policymakers Doing About It?
You may have seen the viral video of Ohio dad, Matt Cox who made his 10-year old daughter walk 5Read More…
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What to Get Your College Student this Christmas
If you’re the parent of a college student, you know they’re difficult to shop for. Their taste is a littleRead More…
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AB 2: A Potential Game Changer for California Community College Students
This week legislators returned to Sacramento to begin the new legislative session, and Assemblymember Miguel Santiago (D-Los Angeles), along withRead More…
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Thurmond Wins Superintendent of Public Instruction Race: Charter School Supporters Brace for Fight
Believe it or not, votes are still being counted across the state, and the count has been updated daily sinceRead More…
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Are You At the Decision Making Table When It Comes To Your Child’s Education?
Who makes decisions about our public education system? You could say Betsy Devos, the State Department of Education, and localRead More…
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College Application Season: The Rollercoaster of Emotions
College application season is like a rollercoaster of emotions for high school seniors. First comes the reality check when studentsRead More…
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