Tips & ToolsCurated by Vicki Stockbridge — December 4, 2021
Whether your goal is to be happier, healthier, wealthier, stronger, more successful, or more fulfilled, to achieve those goals requires you to become someone who is different from who you are today. “Don’t make resolutions without an action plan. The secret to success is right in your hands.” — J. Allen Shaw Consider the following 4 […]
Praise Our PeepsCurated by Vicki Stockbridge — December 4, 2021
Announcing the 5th Annual, 2022 Site Coordinator Symposium: Back to the Future. The convening will provide hybrid opportunities, either in-person or virtually, from Wednesday, February 2– Saturday, February 5, 2022. A unique opportunity to learn from peers, colleagues, and other experts during this informative 4-day event. Additionally, partners throughout the state are excited to provide Site […]
Geeking-OutCurated by Vicki Stockbridge — December 4, 2021
The term “flow” was coined by Dr Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi in the 1960s. “The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one. Your whole being is involved, and you’re using your skills to the utmost.” Dr Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Author & Psychologist. Try these 5 steps on how to get in […]
Ear CandyCurated by Vicki Stockbridge — December 4, 2021
“Square Root of Possible ” performed by Madalen Mills from the Netflix Original Film, ‘Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey’. Such an inspirational song, part of a beautiful movie and I loved this song. It’s so possibleWatch me rise high above my obstaclesWatch me become who I’m supposed to beOh, the possibilitiesDon’t tell me it’s too far to […]
Words of WisdomCurated by Vicki Stockbridge — December 4, 2021
“JOY does not simply happen to us. We have to CHOOSE JOY and keep choosing it every day.” — Henri Nouwen —
Words of WisdomCurated by Trao Thao — November 30, 2021
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Tips & ToolsCurated by Trao Thao — November 30, 2021
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 […]
Praise Our PeepsCurated by Trao Thao — November 30, 2021
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, […]
Ear CandyCurated by Trao Thao — November 30, 2021
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.
Geeking-OutCurated by Trao Thao — November 30, 2021
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 […]
Ear CandyCurated by Nicoda Adams — November 16, 2021
New York’s hottest mix-tape is a cross between the Laser beam sounds of house music and the shoulder shaking grooves of Latino samba and bomb hip-hop breaks (now repeat in your best Stefon from Saturday Night Live impersonation… LOL!). Seriously though- This is one to dance your blues away. You can thank me later. Listen […]
Praise Our PeepsCurated by Adrian Ruiz — November 16, 2021
This week we lift up the incredible life journey of educator Judy Fambrough-Billingsley who currently serves as a Principal for San Juan Unified School District. Ms. Billingsley’s memoir Too Brown to Keep: A Search for Love, Forgiveness, and Healing is a sweet, painful, and triumphant story. From a childhood in Germany shortly after the war […]