What Lincoln and Ellen Can Teach Us About Equity

by Valerie Kraskey | Feb 12, 2019 | Educational Support Services

“You have to do your own growing no matter how tall your grandfather was.” ~Abraham Lincoln It’s a typical day in Mrs. Mack’s seventh grade classroom. Kids are bustling around, laughing, talking. Someone makes a funny noise; everyone laughs. The teacher tells the... read more

Residential Outdoor Science School for Every Student

by Celeste Royer | Feb 4, 2019 | Educational Support Services

Sophia:  Thanks for filling the week with fun and excitement. I especially liked the birds that you rescued. I really appreciate it because I love birds of all kinds and I want to be a birdwatcher! Julian:  I loved the Hill hike. The lizards, birds, jackrabbits and... read more

Highlights of a Local CTE Program

by Dan Peverini | Jan 28, 2019 | Educational Support Services

This week we are trying something new. In place of a written article highlighting an aspect of education, we are embedding a video to share a local story of success. Let us know what you think. Templeton School District is creating wonderful opportunities for their... read more

Educational Equity for Students in Foster Care

by Jessica Thomas | Jan 23, 2019 | Educational Support Services

Youth in the foster care system are just like every other student. They want to do well in school – get good grades, have fun with their friends, attend prom, and go to college. But foster youth face unique and significant challenges – many of which are... read more

Take a Chance on Change

by DJ Pittenger | Dec 17, 2018 | Educational Support Services

When I hear the word change, I think of Michael Fullan’s work on Motion Leadership.  In his book Motion Leadership: The Skinny on Becoming Change Savvy, Fullan addresses the idea of helping leaders move individuals, institutions, and systems forward. Fullan compares... read more