Parent Empowerment Makes Schools Stronger
At the La Comadre Network, we are always looking to uplift parent voice and representation in our children’s education. ThroughRead More…
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Rocketship Strong!
My two children have attended Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep since it opened. I still remember the meetings when we votedRead More…
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Summer Science: How I’m Teaching Kids to Love The Subject
Raise your hand if most of what you know about science came from Bill Nye, the Science Guy? If weRead More…
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My Daughter Graduated — And I Did Too!
My name is Cynthia Colmenares Ramirez. I was born in Tomatlan Jalisco, Mexico. I came to California very young seekingRead More…
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Lottery Winner: How My Kids Are Succeeding at New Academy Canoga Park
My story on how I found New Academy Canoga Park (NACP) is definitely something I will never forget. I hadRead More…
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KIPP Heritage Academy: Building a Brighter Future in San Jose and Beyond
After it was announced that I would be taking over as Successor School Leader at KIPP Heritage Academy, one ofRead More…
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UCLA Report Proves More Latinas Left the US Workforce During the Pandemic
Many families struggled during the pandemic; it’s no secret BIPOC families were disproportionately affected. But according to CBS News, aRead More…
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It’s Summer! Healthy Popsicle Recipes for Babies & Toddlers
During summer, there’s nothing like an ice cold treat. And while we are huge fans of the paleta man, sometimesRead More…
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Culture Clash: What’s Expected of Latinas vs. Latinos
Something interesting happened to me today at the grocery store — I was picking up my weekly smoothie supplies (almondRead More…
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My Daughter is about to move away to College: Here’s what I’m doing to Cope
Recently I posted on my social media that I’m trying to plan what to do once my daughter moves awayRead More…
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