Grow As We Go – Ben Platt
Curated by Nicoda Adams — January 25, 2021
Ben Platt’s “Grow As We Go” shares a tale of a journey of personal growth that can also be done with those close to you. Check it out here.
How A Tik Tok Challenge Led to Giving Back
Curated by Nicoda Adams — January 25, 2021
A classroom in Northern California is making a big impact through a challenge to give back to the community. What began as a challenge from students to their teacher to gain attention of celebrities on Tik Tok has turned into a huge fundraiser for Shriners Hospitals for Children. After being challenged to get noticed by […]
Youngest Poet Laureate in U.S. History
Curated by Nicoda Adams — January 25, 2021
At 22-years-old, Amanda Gorman became the youngest person to deliver a poem at a U.S. presidential inauguration, reciting her poem “The Hill We Climb” after Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were sworn in as president and vice president. Amanda’s work focuses on issues of oppression, feminism, race, and marginalization, as well as the African diaspora. […]
5 Quizzes to Energize Your Virtual Meetings
Curated by Nicoda Adams — January 25, 2021
We all know by now that a single work day can feel like much longer if we’re buried deep in our tasks. Work meetings can feel like they drag on and on some days, especially since we’ve gone virtual. Try these fun quizzes to add some energy to your virtual meetings through getting to know […]
Weekly WOW
Curated by Nicoda Adams — January 25, 2021
There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it. Amanda Gorman
Weekly WOW
Curated by Adrian Ruiz — December 1, 2020
Talent hits a target no one else can hit. Genius hits a target no one else can see. Arthur Schopenhauer.
How To Talk To Your Kids About Work During The Pandemic
Curated by Adrian Ruiz — December 1, 2020
An activity and a discussion guide by Jacqueline Zeller Admit it. You did not think we would be in a quarantine situation for this long. Truth is it looks like we will be on the runway waiting for take-off a lot longer than any of us fathomed way back in March of this year. Our children are […]
Woodland is going BIG for its young people – Get ready for a Master Plan
Curated by Adrian Ruiz — December 1, 2020
Three cheers for the City of Woodland for embarking on the journey of creating a Citywide Youth Master Plan that will bring together key youth serving services and systems to advance the development of its cities youth into adulthood. “Key elements of the Youth Master Plan would include engaging “key stakeholders” throughout the community, establishing and promoting […]
Charlie Brown’s Holiday Hits – Performed by Vince Guaraldi Trio
Curated by Adrian Ruiz — December 1, 2020
At the risk of being judged and having to give my Bad A** Music Listener Card back I have to confess that I have a soft spot for anything Charlie Brown. When I came across this beautiful collection of some of my favorite Charlie Brown holiday jingles it was love at first listen. I am literally listening […]
What A Biden Presidency Could Mean For Education
Curated by Adrian Ruiz — December 1, 2020
Heard on NPR Morning Edition “The education secretary wields oversight on issues of discrimination, segregation and bias through the Office for Civil Rights. During her controversial tenure, the current secretary, Betsy DeVos, made headlines for rolling back rights for students who are transgender, and for guidance on racially discriminatory discipline. Pringle said her union will be looking to Biden’s […]
Weekly WOW
Curated by YDN Admin Shipilin — November 17, 2020
You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the Ending. C. S. Lewis
The Power of Four Simple Words
Curated by Meg Birmingham — November 17, 2020
“Language has a lot of power.” It turns out that using—and avoiding—certain words can reframe the way we relate to our littlest loved ones. Brevity is the soul of wit? It may also be at the heart of better relationships.” This article, while focused around our relationships with youngsters, has nuggets of insights, tips and a […]