Writing: ‘¿Y dónde están tus botas?’ by JAREK ORTA
Read the piece that won first place from all of our California high schools by Jarek Orta, a student at Ánimo Leadership Charter High School.
Ánimo Pat Brown Student Headed to UC Santa Cruz with Full Ride Scholarship
Although Montiel doesn’t see herself as the perfect student, her struggles have made her even more determined to attend college. The Jordan Brand awarded Ánimo Pat Brown Charter High School senior Brianna Montiel the Jordan Brand Wings Scholarship. Montiel is among thirty-four high school students across the United States to join the Jordan Brand Wings 2023 cohort.
An Alumni’s Journey From Ánimo Inglewood Student to L.A. County Deputy Public Defender
After graduating from Ánimo Inglewood Charter High School, Ronald Gomez didn’t let his educational journey in Los Angeles end there. Since Ánimo Inglewood, Gomez has attended the University of California Los Angeles, Loyola Marymount University, and the University of Southern California, studying political science and government, urban education, and law. Cristina de Jesus, President and CEO of Green Dot Public Schools California, remembers Gomez as amazingly gifted and talented. “He was a hardworking student and just an all around great human being,” she said.
Ánimo Jackie Robinson’s Artist Talks Childhood, Joy, And Winning Ánimo Voice’s Art Competition
Ánimo Voices Writing and Art competition named Ánimo Jackie Robinson Charter High School student Elizabeth Martinez as one of three art winners in the 6th annual arts competition. For Martinez, this year’s Ánimo Voices’ theme, ‘About Joy,’ came with many reflections on individual and collective sparks of joy to lift her and others’ spirits to get through difficult times.
Ánimo Voices Middle School Writing Winner Talks Creative Process and Dealing with Feedback
Fatima Gonzalez, a seventh grade student from Ánimo Jefferson Charter Middle School, has found comfort in writing about her experiences. This spring, Ánimo Voices' sixth annual Writing and Art competition gave Gonzalez a platform for her voice through her written piece, ‘A Feeling That Felt Like Freedom.’
Ánimo Voices Spoken Word Winner Talks Writing Process and Getting Over Fears
The Green Dot Public Schools California literacy team founded the Ánimo Voices Writing and Art Competition in 2017 to give Green Dot California students a chance to elevate their voices, express creativity, and build community.
10th Annual Launch to College and Career Event Prepares Seniors to Transition From High School to College
At this year’s 10th annual Launch to College and Career Event, our Green Dot Public Schools California seniors took over universities and colleges across Los Angeles for a day full of learning and networking. After round table discussions with current students and graduates, our scholars are more prepared than ever to transition into the next phase of their lives.
Alain LeRoy Locke College Preparatory Academy Opens New Gymnasium and CTE Room
Alain LeRoy Locke College Preparatory Academy is undergoing a wave of exciting upgrades to vitalize its academic and athletic programs. This spring, Locke opened its renovated gymnasium, a $1.1 million project, as well as its new Career Technical Education (CTE) room.
Green Dot Public Schools California Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
During the week of May 8 to May 12, 2023, join us in celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week. This school-wide celebration is a special time to reflect on the impact our teachers have on the Green Dot Public Schools California community, students, and families. Our teachers go above and beyond, and we are grateful for their genuine and unwavering dedication.