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After graduating from Ánimo Inglewood Charter High School, Ronald Gomez didn’t let his educational journey…
October 5, 2022
Celebrating The Heart of Education, Teachers
Every year on October 5, communities across the globe celebrate World Teacher Day. At Green…
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February 1, 2022
Ánimo Venice Alum Reflects on First Year of In-Person College Courses
We spoke with Ánimo Venice Charter High School's 2020 valedictorian about her first year of…
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May 25, 2021
How This Valedictorian Learned Computer Programming Before College
For Jenny Mendez, Ánimo Venice served as a launchpad for success.
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February 9, 2021
How Alain Leroy Locke Led a Movement
A writer, philosopher, and educator, Alain Leroy Locke paved the way for African-American artists and…
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December 8, 2020
Growth Mindset: An Important Component of Student Success
Vincent Huynh's math classes may look different than they did last fall, but one thing…
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July 15, 2020
Why This Alumna Is Committed to Public Service
Breanna Maldonado has demonstrated that you can achieve anything with determination and drive. This year…
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July 7, 2020
My Journey to Stanford: Turning Goals Into Reality
“I just, I froze. I didn't know how to process it. My sisters immediately called…
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March 7, 2020
Difference Makers: Ellen Ochoa’s Journey to Space Inspires a New Generation of Students
1993, Ellen Ochoa became the first Hispanic woman to travel into space, aboard NASA’s Discovery…
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February 19, 2020
How This Alumna Helps Students in Her Community Overcome Barriers
Shannon Doss wasn’t always college bound. She grew up in South Los Angeles and entered…
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February 13, 2020
Difference Makers: How Jackie Robinson Broke Barriers with Persistence
A baseball player, executive, and an African-American bank cofounder, Jackie Roosevelt Robinson repeatedly broke the…
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