Ánimo Jefferson Journalism Students Illustrate Pandemic Life in Photo Essays
While the year 2020 is not likely to be described as “picture perfect,” it did…
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Beyond the Classroom
How this Classroom Teacher Observes and Supports Juneteenth, Leadership
For Juneteenth, LaShawnae Smith has created a structured lesson with space for discussion to help…
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16 Years Strong: Green Dot Holds Annual Mock Interviews, Virtually
For 16 years, mock interviews have helped Green Dot students build comfort with the interview…
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11 Green Dot Students Awarded $5,000 College Scholarships
The ScholarMatch and Kayne Destination College programs awarded 11 Green Dot students in Los Angeles…
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How We’re Reducing Chronic Absenteeism through Data
In October of 2020, we partnered with Cross Country Education to develop and implement new…
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Mental Health Awareness Month: How We’re Building Better Support for Students
At Green Dot, our learning communities care for the wellbeing of the whole student, academically…
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How This Student Crossed The College Awareness Gap with Senior Bridge
Growing up, Ingrid Martinez sought the confidence she needed to go to college. And one…
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How a NY Times Best-Selling Author Amplified Our Students’ Achievements
Read how NYT best-selling author Jeff Hobbs depicted the senior year experiences of a young…
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Green Dot Public Schools Celebrates Women’s History Month
This week, we’re honoring Women’s History Month by spotlighting stories that demonstrate the impact that…
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See How 1000+ Parents & Students Exercised the Power of Their Collective Voice
More than 1000 parents, students, and community members gathered virtually with public officials for the…
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A Thank You Note to Our School Counselors
This week we’re celebrating National School Counselor Week. These heroic individuals nurture our students’ vision…
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Green Dot Honors Black History Month with Reflection, Outlook
Today, we’re reflecting on the heroes who have contributed to our nation’s diverse history and…
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