How James Jordan Middle School Supported My Family Through the Loss of my Daughter
James Jordan Middle School has been home to three generations of my children. None of my kids were in middleRead More…
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Why I’m Happy I Chose James Jordan Middle School for my Daughter
When I was looking for a middle school for my daughter, my sister encouraged me to enroll her at JamesRead More…
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How Parents Can Learn with their Children about Financial Aid
A few weeks ago, I attended a community Zoom event for parents and students held by East San Jose councilRead More…
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Let’s Talk about Economic Opportunity this Women’s History Month
Comadres, this month is all about celebrating us! March is Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day falls on MarchRead More…
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New LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho Proves to be a Fan of Social Media
As you may already know, LAUSD has a New Superintendent. Alberto M. Carvalho has taken over and he’s apparently aRead More…
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Helping Students through their College Application Process
As a College Advisor, my goal is to not only support my students in the college application process but alsoRead More…
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Why Large Events like the Super Bowl Puts LA’s Most Vulnerable Communities at Risk
Under the blistering Inglewood sun, dozens of street vendors made their way to SoFi Stadium on February 13th with hopesRead More…
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My Higher Education Journey as a First-Gen Student and Mom of Two
In life, sometimes we need adversity to shine through. In my personal experience, adversity motivated me to get through myRead More…
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Governor Gavin Newsom Nominates the First Latina to the California Supreme Court
In February, Governor Gavin Newsom nominated Appeals Judge Patricia Guerrero to the California Supreme Court, making her the first LatinaRead More…
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How my Last Fall Semester Went at UC Berkeley
Last semester was such a rollercoaster for me… but isn’t every semester in some way a rollercoaster? I’d like toRead More…
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