Posts by mphillips
College Readiness is a Family Affair
When my oldest son came to this school he was struggling academically and was very timid, but the teachers helped him grow several grade levels and boosted his self esteem and confidence.”
Read More >>How This Robotics Program Is Preparing Students in Watts for the Future
In just six weeks, ACPA students designed, built, and programmed a 120-pound industrial sized robot. Although at first the task felt challenging, together ACPA students learned to problem solve, collaborate, and work through failure to achieve a shared goal.
Read More >>Statement from Green Dot on the Supreme Court DACA Case
Last week, we saw once again a demonstration of the spirit of hope and promise that underlies America – and makes our country great.
Read More >>LA School Report: Green Dot’s experience shows LAUSD was right to release student growth data because it’s a more meaningful measure of student success
We are pleased that the LAUSD Board of Education earlier this month approved the release of school-specific data that includes student growth among its measures — parents, students and the community will benefit from this improved way of judging schools.
Read More >>How Robert Helps Freshmen Navigate The First Year of College
As a freshman and a commuter student, Robert Cunningham struggled with establishing connections on campus and adjusting to the culture at his college. Now a sophomore, he mentors recent Green Dot graduates and helps them discover the best path to academic success.
Read More >>Tiana Diggs: Leading with Love and High Expectations
Few people are surprised that Tiana Diggs is now a principal at the school where her teaching career began. Though if you asked Diggs if she ever imagined that she’d be a principal the answer might surprise you. “Absolutely not, I don’t know if that sounds crazy but I didn’t,” laughed Tiana Diggs, Principal at Ánimo James B. Taylor Charter Middle School (AJBT).
Read More >>How Simone Is Paving the Way for Her Siblings to Attend College
“If I move up, they move up, we’re a unit. I have to do my best and pave the way for my younger siblings, because I’m the one they are looking up to,” reflected Grossley.
Read More >>Guided by a Belief in the Potential of All Students
Over 15 years ago, a desire to see all children succeed inspired Lajuan Sylvester to leave her role as an operations manager in the private sector and pursue a career in public education.
Read More >>Green Dot Students Outpace State in Student Growth and Proficiency Improvements
Green Dot’s students across Los Angeles, from Boyle Heights and Compton to Inglewood and Venice, are achieving breakthrough academic progress.
Read More >>The Case for Supporting the Mental Health of Your Students
This Mental Illness Awareness Week, Janneth Johnson discusses why all students should have access to mental health support structures.
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