Why I Start the School Year with SMART Goals
Going back to school provides a fresh start for both teachers and students. When planning for the new school year,Read More…
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Educators and Parents: ‘The Hate U Give’ Is Worth Reading
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Just Do It: How Colin Kaepernick Embodies the Impact of Culturally Responsive Teaching
My eyes lit up when I first saw Nike’s new ad campaign shining a light on Colin Kaepernick’s journey andRead More…
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Ring in The New School Year by Communicating Belief in Your Students
The new school year can be a source of great excitement, but it can also bring great anxiety for manyRead More…
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Some Tips for Parents Who Have Kindergarteners Starting School This Fall
I have been an elementary school volunteer mother for several years, my time has mainly been dedicated to kindergarten classrooms.Read More…
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Luchador Profile: Dr. Jose Manuel Villarreal, Educational Leader and Champion for Low Income Students
Dr. José Manuel Villareal was raised in Blythe, California in a family of farmworkers. Blythe, an agricultural area in RiversideRead More…
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Let’s Talk About It: Resources for Addressing the Political Climate in the Classroom
As teachers, we have the power within us to impact the lives of our students forever. With the hustle andRead More…
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My Journey to UC San Diego, Plus Some Tips for Incoming College Freshmen
I was the first one in my family to go to a four year university and was beyond excited whenRead More…
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Our Children Don’t Read At Home Because We Don’t
I was a hypocrite to my students for a very long time. I stressed to them the importance of readingRead More…
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How Does Summer School Help Students?
Summer school begs the question: do students effectively learn a year’s worth of material in a period of several weeks?Read More…
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