06/19/2024
The Juneteenth Independence Day Act commemorates the end of chattel slavery in the United States.
This day represents the moment on June 19th, 1865, where Major General Gordon Granger issued a general order in Galveston, Texas, that said all slaves in the state were freed, based on President Lincolnβs Emancipation Proclamation of January 1st, 1863.
06/18/2024
Being a Learn4Life Alum has many perks! Some of those include college application assistance, reduced application cost, scholarship opportunities and more. β π
π Stay connected with us: https://learn4life.org/alumni/
06/17/2024
Kaylea started high school during the pandemic and struggled to keep up.
She was afraid to ask questions and needed a more personalized approach. Learn4Life's personalized learning model gave Kaylea her confidence back and the one-on-one attention helped Kaylea when she needed that extra support.
Congratulations Kaylea, you did it! π π
06/17/2024
Congratulations to our newest Learn4Life alumni Dorian! π
Dorian realized that traditional high school was not the right fit for him. When his mental health became poor, his attendance dropped, and his grades were slipping.
Dorian knew he needed to make a change, that's when he enrolled in Learn4Life. π Thank you for sharing your journey to success with us! πͺ π
06/13/2024
Today's wisdom, courtesy of our keynote speaker Dwayne J.R. Coleman Sr. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and encouraging words to our graduates.π
06/06/2024
"I am inspired by the mission here [at Learn4Life], because it sees every young person, every graduate here, as an individual with different life experiences and different pathways."
Thank you, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, for your inspiring speech to our recent graduates!
06/06/2024
"I think we oughta be merging academics and real-world workforce experience in a way that turns more young people on to the relevance of this education and what it might mean to their lives in the future." -Sacramento Mayor, Darrell Steinberg
06/06/2024
Sacramento Mayor Darell Steinberg had some inspiring words for our recent graduates:
"Look at today. You have all of these adults looking at you and celebrating you. And not only celebrating you but seeing your immense strengths. Because they have witnessed your journey and seen what you have both overcome and accomplished to get yourself to today. But here is the challenge in life." he continues on.
"If you remember nothing else about this boring speech, remember this - Try to see yourselfβ the way that other people see youβ."
06/04/2024
Ashley struggled her first 2 years of high school and felt that the traditional school environment post covid was too fast paced.
When Ashley decided to transfer to Learn4Life she finally felt like she found her home, a place where she felt supported and genuinely cared for by her teachers. β€οΈ π
Thanks to Learn4Life, Ashley is now apart of the graduating class of 2024! π
06/01/2024
Poverty, an abusive father, and gangs put Rudy on a path to prison.
When Rudy enrolled in Learn4Life he found a community that was ready to support him on his new path
The caring teachers and one-on-one attention helped Rudy find his purpose and change his story. π β
π Watch Rudy's journey and be captivated by his perseverance: https://bit.ly/4bFpQlF
05/28/2024
Did you know that Fidgets are Tools not Toys? π€― One of our Learn4Life teachers created a personalized learning center at each table for students!
Fidget tools can help students cope with various challenges by providing sensory input that aids in focus, self-regulation, and stress relief. Here are several ways in which fidget tools are beneficial:
1. **Improved Focus and Attention**: For students with ADHD or other attention disorders, fidget tools can provide a manageable level of sensory input that helps them concentrate better on tasks. The repetitive motion or tactile stimulation helps filter out excess stimuli, enabling them to maintain attention on their work.
2. **Stress and Anxiety Reduction**: Fidgeting can be a natural response to anxiety. Having a designated tool to fidget with can channel this behavior productively, helping students manage their stress. The sensory feedback from these tools can be calming and grounding.
3. **Enhanced Self-Regulation**: Fidget tools can assist students in managing their impulses and maintaining self-control. This is particularly beneficial in classroom settings where sitting still and remaining quiet is expected. By providing a physical outlet
05/28/2024
Struggling to catch up in school, Dasmond felt like teachers had given up on him, and he was about to give up, too. It would take a special approach to help him turn it all around. Thanks to Learn4Life's personalized learning approach, Dasmond was able to graduate and ultimately change his story. π
π Watch Dasmond's full story: https://bit.ly/44VDbno
05/24/2024
Kudos to our seniors at Learn4Life Edgewood of San Antonio, who just received CPR training!
Special shout out to the Edgewood Athletic Trainers for their invaluable guidance. π
05/23/2024
Despite the hardships Daniel faced at home, he knew he found a safe space at Learn4Life High Schools. πβ€οΈππ
Daniel grew a great relationship with his teachers and they provided him with services that lessoned the burdens he was facing at home.
With the help of Learn4Life, Daniel found a career in tech and gained his confidence back. π¨βπ» π
05/20/2024
Find your voice at Learn4Life, where every opinion matters and every idea sparks a change. π£οΈπ
05/17/2024
When Angelina, 18, thinks about her childhood, there are no fond memories for her. She was brought up in an unstable home environment, where sometimes there was no food in the house or electricity. Her family was homeless for two months, living in motels, and the stress on the family emerged in yelling and violence. As a shy child, she recalls being scared to go to school.
She was in foster care throughout her teens, going in and out of various homes and separated from her siblings. And then her aunt told her about Learn4Life's Marconi Learning Academy.
"Coming to this school was like a safe place for me. It blocked out all the pain that i was feeling," she explained. "The environment is very positive, and the teachers are so supportive. It is just a fun environment to be in."
Learn4Life's flexible schedule was ideal for her situation. She was able to take care of her little brother and get to her counseling appointments. The small group instruction fit Angelina's learning style and regular one-on-one tutoring helped her stay on track to graduate.
05/16/2024
π London π Normandy
π Munich/Berlin π Paris
Following the trail of heroes, spies, and dictators, Learn4Life students embarked on a unique journey through Europe last month. βοΈ
Through firsthand experiences and captivating discoveries, students took a deeper look into the key events that marked the Allied victory of WWII. π
β Experiential learning truly bridges the gap between textbook chapters and real-life history! Learn more about our unique approach to learning - https://bit.ly/43kmz7P
05/14/2024
Learn4Life Central Valley students share why they love their school during Cinco de Mayo celebrations! πβ€οΈππ
05/13/2024
Join us in celebrating National 2024! πβ€οΈππβ‘
Weβre raising our voices for the 8,000 schools and nearly 4M students who attend them this week and every week.
05/06/2024
At Learn4Life, I can demand more from my education. My teachers respect my voice and are always willing to listen to my opinion. π
π https://Learn4Life.org/Why-Students-Choose-L4L
05/06/2024
Schools nationwide are struggling to find teachers and 42% of schools feel understaffed. π What are schools doing to attract and retain teachers? π
https://learn4life.org/teacher-appreciation-week-should-be-every-week/
05/03/2024
Unlock your potential with ! Learn4Life students can acquire professional, technical, academic, and leadership skills while earning credits to graduate! π https://bit.ly/38exJAc
04/29/2024
When Dallas turned 18 the foster system kicked him out, leaving him homeless⦠until he found opportunity to change the course of his life through Learn4Life.
π Watch Dallas' full story: https://bit.ly/3w5Y3ex
04/26/2024
High school students are turning their passions into paychecks at . π°
One student recently earned a Child Development Professional (CDP) Assistant Permit from West Hills Community College and already has a job at a childcare center! π΅
https://learn4life.org/dual-enrollment-child-development-program-offers-a-plethora-of-opportunities/