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What causes are you supporting tomorrow during #401gives? Here are my top 3: 1. The Latino Policy Institute 2. Community Prep School 3. Read to Succeed

Last but not least in our series of spotlighting our students is Tony, a resilient young man who lives in Bududa with his parents and siblings. As his parents could no longer afford his education, Tony enrolled in a Bricklaying course through Path to Prosper in early 2024. Tony is determined to use his newfound skills to one day improve the lives of his family. 🏗️🌟 Follow the link to learn more about how you can become a donor 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghrwRmN4

We get asked all the time, what is happening to America's Children and why have they become so undisciplined and violent? We are not perfect parents and did not raise perfect children, but when we were told by many that we are so lucky to have good kids, our collective response has always been "luck had nothing to do with raising courageous children." This is our story, the good the bad and the ugly of preparing children to face a culture that hates them and will do everything possible to destroy their destiny. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. https://a.co/d/5fOGfZJ

🕊️ Happy International Day of Peace! 🕊️ On this International Day of Peace, let’s work together to cultivate a culture of kindness, understanding, and conflict resolution in our schools. Peace begins with small actions that promote empathy and build a sense of community. Here are some activities to foster peace and encourage positive behavior in schools: 🤝 Teach Conflict Resolution Skills: Help students learn how to resolve conflicts through dialogue and understanding. Role-playing exercises can be a great way to practice these skills! 🌍 Promote Acts of Kindness: Encourage students to perform acts of kindness, whether it’s helping a classmate, writing a positive note, or volunteering in the community. 📚 Create Peace Projects: Engage students in peace-themed projects, such as creating peace murals, writing essays on what peace means to them, or organizing a school-wide peace assembly. 💬 Facilitate Open Discussions: Create a safe space for students to express their thoughts and feelings about peace, inclusivity, and mutual respect. Let’s inspire our students to be peacebuilders, today and every day! 🌟 #InternationalDayOfPeace #PeaceInSchools #ActsOfKindness #PsychedServices #learndo

Every year new students join our campus family. Many don't yet know what their future holds. Time and experience prepare these students to impact not just our community, but our world. We're so proud of this year's graduates who will bring their talents to the world. 🩰🎨🎼 95 creatives, bringing the world art, music, dance and theater. 🏫 516 teachers, teaching the next generation of students. 🎖️ 83 military and service members, advancing and protecting our country. Support our students and our future. Make a gift today. https://bit.ly/3xD31jz Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania #GivingLegacy #GiveWithGratitude #GivingCommunity #GiveForSuccess #HigherEdGiving #GiveBackToEducation #SupportHigherEducation #DonateForEducation #HigherEducationMatters #GivingForHigherEd #PromoteEducation #FundHigherEducation #ElevateHigherEd #SupportingEducation #EncouragingStudents #StudentSuccessStory #studentsupportnetwork #StudentLifeJourney #LearningCommunity #SchoolTriumphs #CollegeGraduates #HigherEdCommunity

Did you know that 37% of 4th graders in the United States read “below basic” according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress. In simple terms, reading at a “below basic” level means you cannot read. Did you know that according to the National Adult Literacy Survey, 70% of all incarcerated adults cannot read at a fourth-grade level? (National Assessment of Adult Literacy, 2003). You can register to watch an important film about the literacy crisis in America on February 1st for free in honor of Black History Month. There is a small banner at the top of this webpage where you can register. This issue is very dear to my heart. We have to do better. Reading well is essential for a high quality of life. #scienceofreading #righttoreadfilm @righttoreadfilm

I recently revisited Ta-Nehisi Coates' "Between the World and Me," specifically the first chapter, a poignant letter to his son. Coates describes a place that, despite its physical distance, mirrors my childhood. He is not from Oakland, but the spaces he describes are so similar to it. This reflection brought me to realize how my experiences growing up have shaped my perspective on the persistent dangers faced by Black & Brown bodies. The way that I lead, and certainly my views on education, are also shaped by these experiences. I understand the power of schools to do great harm, & importantly to be spaces of transformation, healing, & ingenuity.In reflecting on the trauma in Gaza, we are consistently confronting the numbness and helplessness that stems from continuous exposure to such tragedies. Reading Coates, I was starkly reminded of another numbness, as we watch videos every day- of harm, & we try to convince the world that our lives matter. Coates reminds us that a Black body can be endangered for simple acts: for selling cigarettes, a child buying skittles, for browsing a department store, for playing music too loudly, for a minor traffic violation, a baby playing pretend in a park. These heartbreaking realities have unfolded during the lifetimes of our children, of your children. This awareness is essential as we navigate our space at Pear Tree. We might find comfort in numbness as a defense, but becoming inured is not a solution. We stand as the buffer for our children, & our vigilance allows them their childhood and a very different path of growth and development - a path many of us were denied as children.Our recent Black Heritage Event was a testament to this path. It was a celebration of our children’s authentic identities, free from the burden of questioning their worth or their safety. Witnessing their creativity and spirit, we glimpse what could be possible in a world unlike any that we adults have known. This witnessing offers healing for our own fragmented educational journeys. Of course we are also plagued with anxiety. Are we doing enough? Are our children prepared? Are they ready to inherit this world?What does it mean to grow up in a Black and Brown body and be reflected, loved, witnessed, supported? What does it mean to know with absolute certainty that you matter, that your life is valuable, that you are a star- just because you’re you? I am blessed to be immersed daily in a space where these questions are being answered.With these reflections, we continue to strengthen and nurture our community here at Pear Tree. We are committed to love, resilience, & to the protection and uplifting of our children. In turn, we get to see what kind of world they can imagine when they are not expending energy defending themselves from the othering that they experience in many spaces. We get to witness what love can do when it is not shackled by fear. PS- Catch a Glimpse of Love in Action Below: https://lnkd.in/gBNX9_jj

Today, on September 30th, we honor the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day is a solemn reminder of the children who never returned home from residential schools and a tribute to the Survivors, their families, and communities. Recognizing the tragic history and the ongoing impact of residential schools is a critical step in the reconciliation process. It’s a moment to reflect, learn, and commit to building a future rooted in understanding and healing. #TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters #IndigenousHistory #HealingAndHope https://wix.to/zKSqMKD

Honoring the past, embracing the future. Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 🧡 #EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation The day pays tribute to the children who never made it back home and the Survivors of residential schools, along with their families and communities. Acknowledging the tragic and painful history, as well as the ongoing impacts of residential schools, is essential for the reconciliation process. Learn more about the significance of this day and how you can contribute to the journey of healing and understanding: https://shorturl.at/MBd0z