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College Bound: City of Champions Students Celebrate College Acceptances, Preparedness

March 16, 2021

Two Ánimo City of Champions students reflect on their high school experience and share how their school set them up for college success.

Green Dot Public Schools Tennessee Re-Entry Updates 3/14

March 15, 2021

One of the top priorities of Green Dot Public Schools TN is creating spaces and opportunities for everyone to persevere through any of life’s challenges, leading individuals to a place of physical and mental wellness.

Our Math Teachers Share Their Favorite Distance Learning Tools

March 12, 2021

In distance learning, our teachers have adapted their strategies and expanded their technology tool belts to help mitigate learning loss for all students.

3/9/21: K-12 News & Views

March 9, 2021

The Senate approved the newest Covid-19 relief bill, The American Rescue Plan, and it now heads back to the House and then to President Biden to be signed into law. It would include $125B for K-12 public education, including full E-Rate funding. (NPR, NBC, Washington Post, CBS, Vox) Covid-19 vaccinations are reaching teachers across the country, creating more pathways…

Green Dot Public Schools Tennessee Re-Entry Updates 2/28

March 5, 2021

High School Senior Reflects on Capitol Insurrection, Nation’s Future

March 3, 2021

Like so many of us, I viewed the events at the capitol as a threat to our democracy, an institution for which many of our ancestors have sacrificed their lives to create.

Green Dot Public Schools Celebrates Women’s History Month

March 1, 2021

This week, we’re honoring Women’s History Month by spotlighting stories that demonstrate the impact that women have made across our network, in our communities, and society at large.

Memphis Families Advocate for Public Transportation Improvements

February 24, 2021

UPAS has deepened their efforts in Memphis, working with community members, local leaders, and Green Dot families to identify and address the factors outside of school boundaries that not only pose barriers to learning, but also inhibit local quality of life.

New Beginning, Brighter Future: Corteona Standback

February 17, 2021

From a young age, Corteona Standback knew a college education would play a key role in her future. But the Fairley High School alumna never envisioned that her road to college would lead her 400 miles away from her home.

Green Dot to Partner in Transformation of Beaumont’s M.L. King Middle School

February 10, 2021

Green Dot was invited to partner with the local school district in Beaumont, Texas to improve educational opportunities and outcomes for the students of Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School

How We Prioritize Achievement and Equity for African American Students in L.A.

February 10, 2021

Our L.A. Schools have developed key programs that give our African American students a voice, community, and platform across our campuses.

How Alain Leroy Locke Led a Movement

February 9, 2021

A writer, philosopher, and educator, Alain Leroy Locke paved the way for African-American artists and scholars.

See How 1000+ Parents & Students Exercised the Power of Their Collective Voice

February 4, 2021

More than 1000 parents, students, and community members gathered virtually with public officials for the 7th annual United Parents and Students Assembly.

A Thank You Note to Our School Counselors

February 1, 2021

This week we’re celebrating National School Counselor Week. These heroic individuals nurture our students’ vision for the future and equip them with the tools and confidence to pursue their biggest goals.

Green Dot Honors Black History Month with Reflection, Outlook

February 1, 2021

Today, we’re reflecting on the heroes who have contributed to our nation’s diverse history and the next generation of difference makers who are making positive impacts in their communities.

Academic Interventions Create Success for Students

January 26, 2021

Through interventionist strategies such as “double blocking,” our schools have achieved exponential academic growth and narrowed critical skill gaps in core subjects, including reading and writing.

Marshall Street Initiative: Leading Improvement with Hearts, Minds, and ‘Data with a Soul’

January 21, 2021

In our work with Green Dot Public Schools as part of the Charter Students with Disabilities Pilot Community, we’ve witnessed a glowing example of how one charter school network is building capacity to lead improvement at scale: with hearts, minds, and — to borrow the team’s own terminology — ‘data with a soul’.

Over 60 Live Clubs: Virtual Expanded Learning Serves Students via Distance Learning

January 19, 2021

We transitioned our safe, engaging, and student-centered Expanded Learning program online. This is what it looks like now.

Lessons Learned in 2020: Finding New Ways to Connect and Serve

January 5, 2021

2020 has been anything but ordinary, it changed our lives and those of the 13,000+ students we serve across the network.

Call for Proposals: Green Dot Public Schools Hosts Virtual Legacy Conference

December 18, 2020

For decades, African American students have had disproportionately negative academic and social outcomes across the country. This is how we make a difference.

LAUSD Renewal of 7 Green Dot Schools Reaffirms Accountability and Performance

December 9, 2020

Supporters and school leaders shared stories and quantitative results across all seven schools—demonstrating how instrumental each school has been in supporting the academic growth of students.

Growth Mindset: An Important Component of Student Success

December 8, 2020

Vincent Huynh’s math classes may look different than they did last fall, but one thing remains the same: his commitment to developing growth mindsets and nurturing students’ inherent capacity to learn.