March 2020

Our Teachable Moment

Like so many of us right now, we are glued to our phones reading every news headline we find. JustRead More…

The Coronavirus Pandemic Poses Unique Problems for Latinx Communities

The coronavirus pandemic provides an opportunity for the Latinx community to show its resilience and strength in the face ofRead More…

by Eva Heredia

A San Jose Role Model for Our Girls: From Being a Community Teacher to a Community Officer

Prior to becoming an officer, Denise Alvarez applied in 2013 to work at Rocketship Spark, a public charter school inRead More…

by Cheyann Montiel Reagan

How an Extrovert Learned to Stay at Home

Before I became a “mom” I decided to also push writing as my creative skill to develop, since I wasRead More…

by Jerilyn Lopez-Mendoza

A 7th Grader’s Surprise – How to Keep Up with School While Social Distancing

My heart sank when I learned the Los Angeles Unified School District, the second largest district in the country, wasRead More…

by La Comadre

Governor Newsom Issues First Measure in Protecting Homeowners and Tenants

March 16, 2020 – Governor Newsom is encouraging local cities and counties to follow his lead after issuing an executiveRead More…

by Gina Chapa

Reducing Contact with Others for 10-14 Days will Help Everyone

I see many questioning the reasoning behind self-isolation. However, self-isolation is not just about protecting yourself, but also, protecting others. Read More…

by Gabriel Buelna

Call to Action: Free WiFi and Laptops for College Students and Low-Income Families Now!

With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation evolving hourly, and so many educational institutions transitioning to online education or outright shutting down,Read More…

by La Comadre