Tuesday, Jan 12 at 7pm – Challenge Success presents “A Healthy Approach to College Admissions”
The college admissions process can be a source of stress and anxiety for students and parents alike. This research-based workshop addresses many of the important questions we hear from families. What do college rankings really measure? Are students who attend more selective colleges better off later in life? What is “fit” and why does it matter? Participants will learn practical strategies to help reduce unnecessary pressure around the college admissions process and ways to support their student’s overall well-being and readiness for life in college and beyond. Stay tuned for more information and registration details.
Parent Education
Parent Education
Jan 12 at 7 pm – Challenge Success presents “A Healthy Approach to College Admissions”
The college admissions process can be a source of stress and anxiety for students and parents alike. This research-based workshop addresses many of the important questions we hear from families. What do college rankings really measure? Are students who attend more selective colleges better off later in life? What is “fit” and why does it matter? Participants will learn practical strategies to help reduce unnecessary pressure around the college admissions process and ways to support their student’s overall well-being and readiness for life in college and beyond. Stay tuned for more information and registration details.
Legislative News
In an unexpected development, it appears there may be good news in the school finance arena – for the short term at least. The California Legislative Analyst’s Office has released its projections for next year’s budget based on tax revenues and predicts a large surplus. Keep in mind, however, that the first use for any additional funds would likely be to pay off the deferrals which the state imposed on school districts this year – i.e. paying back the money the state owes to the schools. In ‘remarkable’ turnaround, California schools can expect huge one-time windfall next year, LAO says
Parent Education
Friday, Oct 23 from 11-11:45am – Challenge Success reVISION 2020
Join Challenge Success co-founders Dr. Denise Pope and Dr. Madeline Levine in a 45-minute live streamed event featuring NY Times bestselling author Lori Gottlieb as they examine how 2020 has highlighted the importance of how we view well-being and relationships. Topics include what really matters for our children, families and schools, and how education can best support students to become balanced, healthy and engaged learners. This event is a fall fundraiser for the Challenge Success organization, but registration is free. Learn more here.
Parent Education
Friday, Oct 23 from 11-11:45am Challenge Success reVISION 2020
Join Challenge Success co-founders Dr. Denise Pope and Dr. Madeline Levine in a 45-minute live streamed event featuring NY Times bestselling author Lori Gottlieb as they examine how 2020 has highlighted the importance of how we view well-being and relationships. Topics include what really matters for our children, families and schools, and how education can best support students to become balanced, healthy and engaged learners. This event is a fall fundraiser for the Challenge Success organization, but registration is free. Learn more here.
APC in Action
Mark your calendar and join us for the following important events:
Tuesday, Aug 18 at 6:30pm A Forum on Race
Join our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team for a virtual discussion on Race. See details and registration information below.
ICYMI: Dons Dialogue Recording
Click here to catch the recording of Friday’s Dons Dialogue with topics including Distance Learning, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Wellness.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Tuesday, Aug 18 from 6:30-8:30pm Forum on Race
We are proud to feature Dr. Lori Watson, a Racial Equity and Social Justice Consultant who is partnering with the Acalanes School District on these issues. We hope you’ll take part in this virtual discussion and learn about the vision, mission and goals of the DEI committee while participating in Q&A. Advance registration required.
Tuesday, September 22 at 6:30pm Teacher-moderated Book Club: How To Be An Antiracist by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
The book, a NYTimes Bestseller, brings a “groundbreaking” approach to understanding and uprooting racism and inequality in our society — and in ourselves. Copies are available at Orinda Books, and a portion of each sale will be donated to the Center for Antiracism Research. Stay tuned for registration and participation details.
Check back with us again next week as we launch a 21-week challenge to engage each other on racial equity and bias with various podcasts, videos and articles.
Legislative News
For up-to-date reliable information on school funding and the steps that are being taken to support our schools during this pandemic, www.edsource.org is a great resource. Here’s a selection of recent items:
- California Legislature approves state budget; here are the highlights for education funding
- COMMENTARY: Budget deferrals today could force schools into a $23 billion hole next year
- Some teachers unions, districts at odds over live distance learning instruction
- Education and the coronavirus crisis: What’s the latest?
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Be sure to join us for the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Forum on Race Tuesday, Aug 18 at 6:30pm. Visit the DEI section for details. Be sure to check back each week for more Parent Education events coming soon.
