California Needs Free Early Childhood Education for All Children, Especially For Children in Low-Income Families
One of the first things my wife and I learned before our daughter was born is the importance of earlyRead More…
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Valedictorian Used Her Privilege and Her Platform to Call Out Her Failing High School
Nataly Buhr is the valedictorian of San Ysidro High School in San Diego, California. On June 6th, Nataly’s speech duringRead More…
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After Learning How to Be An Effective Parent Leader, I Took Another Parent Under My Wings
I want to share my journey with you in hopes that it can inspire other parents who want to becomeRead More…
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Trump Administration Cuts Legal Aid and Recreational Activities for Unaccompanied Minors
The education of immigrant children has been at stake and scrutinized throughout the legal history of the United States. InRead More…
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The Governor’s Task Force Report on Charter Schools Does Not #FixFailingSchoolsFirst
This week we got to see the report provided by the team assembled by Governor Newson after the LAUSD teacherRead More…
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If You Aren’t Graduating High School On Time, Don’t Despair
It’s time for graduations, celebrations, and also sorrows. Many of our high school graduates are scared yet eager to startRead More…
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There Is No Right Way To Become a Teacher: Reflections on My Teacher Training
As I finish up my fifth year teaching, I have been reflecting a lot on my journey as a teacher,Read More…
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Here’s How Parents can Keep Students Active and Safe Over Summer, in a Learning Environment
Summer vacation is approaching once again, and the main worry that comes with a nearly three-month vacation is that studentsRead More…
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Sentiments Run High As House of Representatives Passes Dream Act
Sentiments run high as millions of immigrants are given hope for a path to citizenship this week. The House ofRead More…
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Sesame Street Helped Me Explain My Role as a Foster Parent to My Nephew and Niece
I’ve never realized this, but Sesame Street educates adults as well. Sesame Street recently introduced a new character, Karli, aRead More…
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