Parents Need to Know How a Bill Becomes Law in California
Do you know how a bill becomes law in California? Until a few years ago, I was not aware ofRead More…
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Early College Experiences Are Especially Important for Students of Color
As an educator, it is easy for me to lose sight of my larger mission while I get wrapped upRead More…
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AB 221 Won’t Address the Chronically Low Performing Schools in California, But It Will Worsen the Teacher Shortage
Tell me why we are having a conversation in the legislature about taking teachers and administrators out of “low-income” schools?Read More…
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Educational Leadership Series: How To Be a Transformational Leader
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend Teach For America’s 7th Annual School Leaders of Color ConferenceRead More…
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Heather vs. Jackie: Battle of the Unions in LAUSD Board District 5
A little over a week ago, I attended the first forum of the Board District 5 Special Election runoff. ThisRead More…
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Spring = New Beginnings, Tips To Close Out the Year Strong
I remember the first time I heard the term “spring fever.” I was a third grader in elementary school, andRead More…
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My TFA Story and Why I Believe It Should Be Here to Stay
When I was growing up, I was fortunate to have some really awesome teachers. I had teachers who challenged me,Read More…
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Congratulations to the Comadres and Compadres at Vista Square Elementary School
“What do you expect? The parents aren’t around,” is a phrase that I heard thrown around a lot while growingRead More…
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3,000 Miles Between NY and California, Yet the Public Education System Fails Students the Same
Dear Public School System, As a child, the importance of getting my education was not stressed. It didn’t help thatRead More…
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