by Paula Paris A Lifetime of Reward “The capacity to learn is a gift;the ability to learn is a skill;the willingness to learn is a choice.”–Brian Herbert, author of Dune 2 prequel ’Tis the season to celebrate the transformative power of learning. Our students have both the capacity and the
Strengthen the foundation of education. Every dollar you give strengthens the foundation of education—students, teachers, parents, and administrators. Make your impact today. Many thanks to all who responded to our Giving Tuesday appeal. We’re grateful. But Giving Tuesday is just the beginning of the giving season. There is still time
#GivingTuesday comes on the heels of Thanksgiving, reminding us that we have many people to be thankful for. TEACHERS JFYNet academic support could not work without teachers. Last year, we partnered with 248 teachers across the state. They are the ones in the classroom who put our curriculum and measurements
“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” –Nelson Mandella A What is this Juneteenth and what does it mean? The name is a descriptive contraction of June nineteenth, a significant day
with Paula Paris, Gary Kaplan, introduction by Greg Cunningham “Let’s not lose sight of what we still need to do.” This month’s podcast features JFY’s Deputy Director Paula Paris, who has been with JFY since 1995. She has contributed to the growth and diversification of the organization first as Director
Veterans on Both Sides Cathie Maglio My family, on both sides, has a history of serving the country going back to the Revolutionary War. My mother has ancestors who fought with the Massachusetts colony against the British for independence. She also has ancestors in the Civil War, the Spanish-American War,
by Paula Paris Quock Walker’s Journey to Emancipation “We can lift up the legacy of Quock Walker and the many other pioneering forces behind the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts; and we can use his fight as inspiration as we work towards a more just and equitable Commonwealth.” — Senator Cindy
by Paula Paris Juneteenth begins a three-part celebration “For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” –Nelson Mandella This year on June 19 all 50 United States observed Juneteenth as a federal
One Giant Step for Womankind by Paula Paris “The United States cannot afford to lose more than half of its talent and the fresh perspective that women and minorities bring to these critical fields. Without diversity in all fields the United States will not remain technically competitive” Aprille Ericsson-Jackson Tweet
Boston embraces his enduring presence by Paula Paris Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., born January 15, 1929, is revered for his faith-based non-violent efforts to combat and dismantle racial segregation and discrimination in this country. Embedded in his quest for equity was a deeply held belief in the power of
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