SAN JOSE, CA (October 19, 2021) – “The new report issued today by the U.S. Department of Education is a welcome step in raising our national consciousness around how the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a serious toll on the mental health of the nation’s youth. We’re encouraged to see that the Department’s report largely echoes the findings and recommendations published by SVLG last month in our report examining how Bay Area schools are addressing the underlying stressors and concerns facing local youth,” said Sara Garcia, Director of Education & Workforce Development at SVLG.
As the pandemic continues to be a factor in our daily lives, schools have been at the center of public concern. While adults opine on teacher vaccination, when to return to classrooms, and masking mandates, one factor remains constant – the effects of this unusual time on student mental health are real and need attention.
Study Details Best Practices in Bay Area Schools as They Prepare for Infusion From $4 Billion New ‘Children & Youth Behavioral Health Initiative’
As student mental health and trauma support gain added attention and funds, for this next school year, the big question remains: How long will the funding last to support this moment?
Good news for folks who care about advancing education and workforce diversity in California. With last week’s Appropriations hearings in Sacramento, SVLG’s education-related bill package – AB 99, AB 1456, AB 927, and SB 22 – is one crucial step closer to becoming state ed policy. Let’s break it down. The headliners: AB 99 and …
Leadership Group Focused on Regional Housing Affordability, Transit & Infrastructure, Education, Climate, and Competitiveness Initiatives San Jose, CA, May 21, 2021: Mike Mielke, Head of Public Policy for the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, issued the following statement today in response to the release of Governor’s Newsom revised budget for FY 2021-22: “The Silicon Valley Leadership Group …
We at Presidio Graduate School are thrilled to join the Silicon Valley Leadership Group. Though for years we’ve been delighted to collaborate with the Leadership Group on energy and environmental projects, now we see even more synergy between our organizations – around racial justice and equity as well. Aligned Missions Based in San Francisco, Presidio …
It’s Tuesday, March 2nd and here are the top five things you need to know this week: First, a status update of our local counties since the last installment: Santa Clara County just announced its move from the Purple Tier to the Red Tier under the State’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy. This designation allows …
Since 2008, the Young Leaders Series has served thousands of historically underrepresented students at the Young Women’s and Young Men’s Leadership Forums. The event serves students attending historically under-resourced schools, particularly students of color, in grades 6th-8th. The key purpose of the Forum is to empower, encourage, and expose students to the breadth of opportunities available …
Guest Blog by Dr. Mayen B. Udoetuk Director, Program and Partner Development at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension 45. This is the number of American Black History Months we’ve experienced so far. 45 is a relatively small number when considering the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was established just 57 years ago. 45 is an even …
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