The Bruce W. Woolpert Algebra Academy began in 2010 when the late president of Graniterock Bruce Woolpert and Kevin Jeffery joined with CSUMB professor Hongde Hu to expand eighth graders’ knowledge and love of math. Eighth-grade math, and especially algebra, …
Bright Spots 2020: Roosevelt Elementary School’s Culture of Kindness
In 2014, Salinas City Elementary School District made a commitment to establish systems that promote a positive school climate. To achieve this goal, they are using several strategies, including: Restorative Justice, the Olweus Anti-Bullying Program, Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports, …
Bright Spots 2020: Bright Spots Research Project
Bright Futures partnered with six Bright Spots elementary schools to learn more about the practices and systems that created outstanding results for all students. Teachers and principals from King City Magnet, Rose Ferrero, Santa Lucia, Loma Vista, Monterey Park, and …
Bright Spots 2020: Monterey Institute for English Learners
The Monterey Institute for English Learners (MIEL) was established in 2018 to promote equitable and effective practices for educators serving English Learners in the greater Monterey County area. Through partnerships with local schools and districts, MIEL is researching best practices …