Dr. Alma Castro

Many districts have experienced a sharp rise in the # of childhood sexual assault claims, resulting in substantial settlements impacting their ability to provide compensation & resolution for victims while striving to meet the needs of their students. blog.csba.org/csa-bills/

Today's Fiesta campaign kick-off was a full house, filled with palpable enthusiasm and energy, as we continue our collective efforts for our children and schools.🎉🎊💓 Re-elect Dr. Alma Castro for Lynwood School Board Donate: efundraisingconnections.com/c/ALMACASTRO/?…

Thank you for joining our campaign Meet & Greet this morning! Campaign Kick Off on Saturday 9/14 at 9am. #Castro4Students #lynwoodstudents #JuntosPodemos Donate: efundraisingconnections.com/c/ALMACASTRO/?… Sign up to Volunteer & Campaign Page: castroalmacarina.wixsite.com/castro4students

📚🍎 This #LaborDayWeekend, we're sending a huge shoutout to our incredible Nutrition Services staff, who work tirelessly to ensure our students are well-nourished and ready to thrive! #WeAreLynwood

What does effective literacy look like for classrooms with #MultilingualLearners? Beyond learning content, it’s also about finding joy in reading. Listen to Dr. Laurie Olsen on the National Committee for Effective Literacy Podcast. #NationalLiteracyMonth buff.ly/3MtbtGc

Friends, it’s Campaign season and I invite you to be a part of our Campaign volunteer team! #Castro4Students Join us for a Zoom volunteers meeting this Thursday, August 29th at 6:00pm. 🗳️ Sign up to Volunteer: castroalmacarina.wixsite.com/castro4students 🗳️Donate: efundraisingconnections.com/c/ALMACASTRO/?…

The Lynwood Unified School District's Teacher's Institute engaged in great workshops fostering reflection and community building. Keynotes by Dr. Tracie Noriega from ACSA spoke on critical leadership praxis & Marlon Styles on writing our stories to inspire others. #WeAreLynwood

The #CLSBA Conference & the power of Unity workshops, panels, and conversations with many amazing Leaders were inspiring! Muchas Gracias @clsba for an empowering conference! #EnglishLearners #Advocacy #mathframework #EnglishLearnersSuccessForum @CalTog @elsuccessforum @EdTrust

Join @EdTrust's Unity Workshop to explore the 2023 Math Framework's focus on #EnglishLearners. They'll focus on key strategies, essential board actions, and tips for adopting quality instructional materials. RSVP today! CLSBA.org🙌🏽

Leaders, join @CalTog's Unity 2024 Workshop to explore key data on English Learners in CA public schools! Gain insights, reflect on goals, and get actionable steps to enhance EL support in your districts!🌐📚 For more Unity info visit: CLSBA.org

Newcomers? Dual Language Learners? Long Term English Learners? The latest report from SEAL partner @CalTog defines key terms + highlights outcomes for CA’s #EnglishLearners. Learn how leaders can meet their needs: buff.ly/4egRtDb #StateofEnglishLearners #California

For the first time in 6 years, homelessness in Los Angeles is DOWN! Equally promising — Angelenos who moved into permanent housing is UP (all time high). “Today we know that we can and we will bring people inside, and move L.A. in a different direction.” — @MayorOfLA

Summer learning and presenting with incredible colleagues at the @WeAreUnidosUS Education Summit 2024, the theme of “Our time to ensure equity” and advocating for quality educational programs removing barriers & drawing on cultural strengths of our students. #weareunidosus

🌟 The application deadline for the EL Advocacy Institute is approaching quickly! You still have the opportunity to become part of a statewide network dedicated to advocating for English learners. Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply today! buff.ly/3JAYH74

As public Transitional Kindergarten (TK) programs expand and a focus on early foundational literacy skills gains prominence, it is essential to prioritize research on early language and #biliteracy development for young DLLs. More: buff.ly/3x6at6H

Happy #classifiedschoolemployeeweek! Please join us in sharing our deepest gratitude to the classified staff who are essential to our educational community. Their dedication and hard work make a huge difference every day🙌 #WeAreLynwood #SchoolHeroes

SEAL + @AzusaUnifiedSD received a #BilingualTeacher Professional Development Program grant! This helps meet the growing need in CA, where 60% of children 0-5 speak a language other than English at home. Thanks to @AsmMuratsuchi + @CalTog for supporting w/ #AB1127.

Congratulations to SDSU on their University Seal of Biliteracy. We 'd love to see more universities start their #SealofBiliteracy!