County Prepared for Pandemic Effect on Social Epidemic

Every other week I have a Round Table Talk as part of my commitment toward better understanding of issues in our community. A Round Table Talk on April 20th included special guests YWCA SV’s CEO Tanis Crosby, Community Solutions’ Solutions to Violence Division Director Perla Flores, and San Jose Police Department Family Violence Unit’s LieutenantContinue reading “County Prepared for Pandemic Effect on Social Epidemic”

What is Earth Teaching Us? (Happy 50th Earth Day!)

In 1970, 10% of the American Population rallied on the first Earth Day. 50 years later, the kindest gift we have given the environment is the months of shutting down Covid-19 caused.  How do I know that?  Earth has spoken….. Let’s take a birds-eye view.  The expression on Earth’s face is very serene.  NASA postedContinue reading “What is Earth Teaching Us? (Happy 50th Earth Day!)”

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I was invited to dial into a meeting and share with Spanish speaking parents what I knew about Special Education during Covid-19 and remote learning.   A parent spoke about feeling marginalized.  It strikes a chord.  Prior to the school board meeting this week, I was on a thread with parents from my son’s middle school,Continue reading “10%”

Coping with kids during COVID-19 sequestration will take some creativity

This is an unsettling time and many households are struggling with what to do regarding educating their child.  The district gave links to grade appropriate materials and a schedule. PBS and KQED are offering more educational programs to supplement remote learning as well. I recommend the KQED article as it explains how distance learning willContinue reading “Coping with kids during COVID-19 sequestration will take some creativity”