Beyond Academics: Connecting Classroom & Community
Welcome to Beyond Academics: Connecting Classroom & Community, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of community schools and explore how they’re transforming education for students, families, and communities. We are hearing from educators and community members who are at the forefront of creating change and meeting the needs of the community – be it basic needs healthcare, social services supports, or social emotional learning. Tune in to hear heart-warming stories of resilience and inspiration as we transform lives through community schools.
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Beyond Academics: Connecting Classroom & Community
Cultivating and Nurturing Young Minds: Heather Smith and Nancy Sherod
Joanna Marrufo hosts a podcast discussing the transformative impact of community schools on education. Heather Smith and Nancy Sherod, experts in early childhood education, highlight the importance of joyful learning experiences and equity in access to high-quality early education. They discuss the state's Universal Pre-Kindergarten initiative and the county's efforts to support providers and families, including the Footsteps to Brilliance and Learn with Me programs. These initiatives provide free digital resources in English and Spanish to enhance literacy and multilingualism. They also emphasize family engagement, encouraging parents to talk, read, and play with their children to foster early learning and development.