California Charter Schools: A Preliminary Glance at the AB 1505 Compromise
“A lot of hard work has gone into this, and all that matters to me is the result,” Newsom toldRead More…
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4 Educational Apps You Should Be Using In Your Classroom
Technology has changed so many aspects of our lives so it is no surprise that it is revolutionizing the waysRead More…
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We Can Close the Reading Achievement Gap By Prioritizing Reading at Home
Research shows that without a strong foundation in reading, children are left behind at the beginning of their education. TheyRead More…
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It’s Important for Teachers to Prioritize Relationships During the First Weeks of School
The first few weeks of school are a critical time to establish routines, expectations, and layout of your class. AsRead More…
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We Need To Empower Our Multilingual Students
A few weeks ago I had the privilege of attending the UnidosUS conference at the San Diego Convention Center. OneRead More…
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Rising High School Freshman Offers Advice for Students in Middle School
My daughter Esperanza is about to start the ninth grade at KIPP Navigate College Prep in San Jose, California. IRead More…
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College Corner: How I Prepare for Back To School
The academic school year is back, and I hope all of you enjoyed your summer. While this time of yearRead More…
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Sausalito: A Lesson in School Desegregation
The city of Sausalito has provided us with a recent example of state mandated desegregation, something that has not beenRead More…
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LeBron’s I Promise School Where “Nothing is given. Everything is earned.”
One year after opening, LeBron’s I Promise School is thriving. In just one year, ninety percent (90%) of the studentsRead More…
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When You Say “Poor” Kids Can (Blank) Just As Well As “White” Kids, What Are You Really Saying?
Let’s unpack this Joe Biden faux pas. Presidential candidate (and alleged frontrunner) spoke in De Moines, Iowa this week atRead More…
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