Early College Experiences Are Especially Important for Students of Color
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My TFA Story and Why I Believe It Should Be Here to Stay
When I was growing up, I was fortunate to have some really awesome teachers. I had teachers who challenged me,Read More…
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1st Generation College Student? My Tips and Tricks!
People always ask, what is like to be a minority in college? Well, there are plenty of factors that makeRead More…
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Mrs. First Grade Teacher: Despite The Disservice You Provided, My Daughter Is Succeeding In College
My 20-year-old daughter, Mailey is in her 3rd year of college, and I’m very proud of her. When I thinkRead More…
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Benjamin Franklin High School Wins the 2018-19 LAUSD Academic Decathlon
On Saturday, it was announced that Benjamin Franklin High School won the LAUSD 2018-19 Academic Decathlon. 55 schools with nine-memberRead More…
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Representation is Important, Thank You to the Women of the 116th Congress
When I was in Middle School, Justice Sonia Sotomayor assumed office as a Supreme Court Justice. I remember watching onRead More…
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The Opportunity Myth Is Jeopardizing Our Students
A study conducted by The New Teacher Project (TNTP) gathered about 30,000 real student surveys, and it found that 94%Read More…
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Five Tips To Make the Most Out of the New Year
The start of a new calendar year is a perfect opportunity for a classroom reset. Here are some tips toRead More…
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How My Statistics Professor Made Me Reflect On Educators Who Care
As I sit here and take the deepest of breaths, feeling relieved that finals are over and I can focusRead More…
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English Learners: How Do You Get Involved in Your Child’s Reclassification Process and Keep Your School Accountable?
When my mom enrolled me in a public school in East Los Angeles, she filled out a form called aRead More…
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