3 Simple Ways Students (And Parents!) Can Build Better Habits
Whether it’s studying more, learning a new language, or saying no to a piece of chocolate cake at lunch, IRead More…
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Education is Essential for Healing, Growth, & Success
Having been undocumented in the United States until I was 19 years old was one of my most mentally, emotionallyRead More…
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Exploring Jeffrey Duncan-Andrade’s Ideas, Part 1: The Urban Education System Is Not Failing
Two years ago I had the privilege of meeting Jeffrey M. R. Duncan-Andrade. I was invited to take part inRead More…
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Rethinking Student Accomplishment: What Does It Mean To Be Successful?
The ultimate goal in life is to be successful. As a teacher, I hope that all my students are successfulRead More…
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We Need to Encourage Our Schools to Embrace Multilingualism
I recently went to Europe for two weeks to celebrate my honeymoon. My husband and I visited Lisboa and PortoRead More…
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Own the Morning: Setting Up Our Children For Success at School Before They Walk Into Class
“Can I just have five more minutes?” This question is asked by countless children all around the world. Frankly, itRead More…
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Teacher’s Perspective: Why I Call All of My Students’ Parents and Guardians
I recently spent two hours making individual phone calls to the families of my summer school students. The person onRead More…
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How Do First Generation Latinos Succeed in College? A Lesson from Latina Professor & Bilingual College Orientation Host
Last month Sonoma State University hosted its second Bilingual First Generation Orientation geared towards parents whose children would be theRead More…
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