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Oakland’s history teaches us that the freedoms we now defend — ethnic studies, community schools, culturally responsive teaching — were once considered dangerous ideas. By the time Carter G. Woodson …
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Litzi, a 2024 Fremont High School and ConstructionLink graduate, recently spoke to Fremont High School students about her experiences in the Ed Fund’s ConstructionLink program and how her experiences …
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The Oakland Public Education Fund (The Ed Fund) welcomes John Bliss and Calvin Guinn to the Ed Fund Board of Directors. We appreciate the time, talents, and experience they bring to the Ed …
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The Oakland Public Education Fund (The Ed Fund) is proud to present the second annual Oakland Grown: Student Arts & Music Festival on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Oakland Museum of …
Making an Impact from A to Z At Oakland International High School, teacher Joseph Gapuz has taken an innovative approach to teaching science with his Physics of Rock Climbing class. The course blends …
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Advisory Board members play a critical role in the allocation of A to Z Fund mini-grants, which support teacher-led enrichment initiatives and professional development opportunities. In addition, they …
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The Ed Fund Advisory Board is a diverse group of leaders from across sectors, disciplines, and backgrounds. Together, they support The Ed Fund’s mission to strengthen community resources in Oakland …
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We periodically feature people from Oakland school communities whose work positively impacts students every day. This month, we’re featuring Sam Berg, Computer Science Coordinator for the Oakland …
The Oakland Public Education Fund (Ed Fund) proudly announces the four-year renewal of its long-standing partnership with the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD), approved by the OUSD Board of …
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We’re closing out a tumultuous year that left many wondering how we got here—and what’s next. As a community, we find ourselves at a crossroads and must choose thoughtful action to navigate the …
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This Giving Tuesday, donate to the Newcomer Coat Drive to give warm coats and essential supplies to Oakland’s refugee, asylee, and unaccompanied minors.
