May marks Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, which celebrates and recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Here are some activities, books, and resources you can use to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with children in your classroom.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
As we continue to be in this virtual platform, below are some great tips from Duarte on how you can set your background to help communicate your brand in meetings. 1. Consider Contrast and Use It to Your Advantage2. Visual Noise Can Drown Out Your Video Subject3. Use Color Intentionally4. Acknowledge That Pseudo-Reality Feels Weird You can read the […]
Since 2019, Hmong Youth and Parents United has aimed to address the need in one of the most vulnerable age groups in the Hmong community. The Senior Day Program is facilitated in both English and Hmong with Hmong translated interactive activities. The program is created to help Hmong seniors to stay connected with the community, remain relevant, […]
During this time of the year, there isn’t one particular song on repeat but just some good lo-fi instrumental playing in the background to help me focus. If you’re looking for some background playlist, check out this mix.
The Sacramento Region Community Foundation, in collaboration with YDN, is pleased to announce that the Grants Advisory Board for Youth (GABY) is now accepting grant proposals for youth-led projects in the Sacramento region! This year’s theme is “Youth Leading Sustainable and Equitable Education and Wellness Programs.” GABY seeks to support youth-led projects that have adapted or are shifting due to the […]
“May we think of freedom, not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right.” Peter Marshall
The Get A Job Kit is an all-in-one tool that is helping organizations across the country to empower job seekers of all ages and background. If you or someone your know find yourself in the job market and needs additional help/support, check this out.
From her first teaching job in 1980 as a kindergarten teacher to moving her way up to superintendent in 2007, Karen Schauer has done it all. In her 14 years as superintendent, she has advocated for greater focus on personalized learning for all students. You can read the full article here.
Another great song from Playing For Change is Song Around The World featuring children from all across the globe in celebration of Universal Children’s Day (November 20th). Just listening to the song can help bring a smile to our busy days.
If you’re someone who enjoys poetry and prose, I highly recommend checking out Labyrinth by Eenam Vang. I was really fortunate to receive my copy ahead of the release date (July 23, 2021) and I have to say, it’s been amazing so far. The tales and stories are written in such a way that drive the imagination of the […]
“Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization.” – Mahatma Gandhi