Category: Local

Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

How Research Can Help Us Better Understand and Support Early Childhood Educators

Experts have highlighted research for many years that stresses how the most important part of education success relates to the quality of the teaching in the classroom. RAND reports that “When it comes to student performance on reading and math tests, teachers are estimated to have two to three times the effect of any other school factor, including services, facilities, and even leadership.” Quality teaching matters as much in early childhood education as it does in K-12 classrooms. In fact, the effort to better understand and support early childhood educators is growing.

Local
Stefi Mar

March Forward Inglewood

On Saturday, November 2nd, thousands of feminists mobilized across the nation to show their collective power.

Health Care
Stefi Mar

Fall into Wellness Community Health Fair

West Los Angeles Community Development Corporation, Consolidated Board of Realtists, and UCLA Philipinos for Community Health presented the Fall Into Wellness Community Health Fair, on Saturday, October 26, 2024. The 2024 Fall Into Wellness Community Health Fair was held at Consolidated Board of Realtists, 3725 Don Felipe Drive.

Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Heritage Park Grand Opening: A Celebration of Community, Collaboration, and Renewal in Kern County

The morning of Wednesday, October 9th, stamped itself in history as a moment of community and collaboration for Kern County. The grand opening event of Heritage Park located at 8683 Bernard Street marked the culmination of a significant revitalization project upheld by our leaders. A safe, welcoming space for families, friends, and neighbors in Bakersfield was the result of this project. 

Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

Is Your Child Going to Kindergarten a Year From Now?: Make the Move Together

Congratulations, your child is going to kindergarten a year from now! Making the transition to kindergarten is a big event for every child and family. You and your child may feel excited and proud about the next big step. You both may also experience some worry about the unknown and wonder how it will be at a new school.

Bakersfield
Stefi Mar

California’s Aging Services Offer Valuable Resources for Older Adults

As we grow older, our needs and priorities change. In California, a wide range of services is available to help you maintain your independence, stay connected, and lead a fulfilling life. Whether you’re looking for support with daily tasks, health care guidance, or planning for the future, California’s aging services are here to help.