Bibb brings extensive experience in communications, policy, and advocacy from the public, private and philanthropic sectors to her role as Founder & President of Learning Heroes. Part of the Philly Counts Latino Subcommittee for the 2020 Census. "Walking out on kids during a strike for example, in schools that have zero percent proficiency is appalling," Marquez continued. Marisol has formed and used her voice as an educational advocate for students, parents and our communities, while creating space and providing resources for staff, students, and parents to elevate theirs. Now I assist and introduce parents to be active in the education of their children. in philosophy from Duke University. NPU unites parents of color, low-income parents, special needs parents, single mothers and fathers, grandparents, formerly incarcerated parents and parents in recovery with traditionally represented parent voices to join a vibrant coalition that disrupts the traditional role of parent voice in policy space. "For far too long, the conversation around education has often excluded the biggest and most important advocates for children, their parents. Wow. Her twenty-year mission has led to legislative changes throughout the country including guest speaking engagements reliving her unsettling experience on Capitol Hill and the White House. In this role, he built and led a 130-person team to support the efforts of school systems and states nationwide to recruit, develop and retain effective teachers and principals. Kelley Williams-Bolar is a graduate of the University of Akron has two daughters Jayda 21 and Kayla 24. A favorite Bible scripture: And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. pursues legislative social change that will serve the underrepresented. This experience helped me identify my passion and purpose to provide a space for parents to become powerful advocates for their child’s education. "They resent our autonomy so they’ll attack [us]. Our mission is to support parents who have lived experience and are authentic voices, advocates and organizers who are engaging, educating and empowering families, neighborhood by neighborhood across the United States. What is wrong with this picture? Bolar stays connected to the community by working and speaking at churches, nonprofit organizations, and universities emphasizing the importance of having public schools without outdated geographical borders. I’m proud to be part of the National Parents Union and am excited to be on the most important and meaningful path I’ve ever walked; a path that is built on a solid foundation of love for our kids, parent voice and power, and education justice for all children. She also has a Bachelor’s in Social Work from Salem State University. He is featured in The New York Times, NBC NEWS (print edition), Los Angeles Times, The 74, etc. By supporting the National Parents Union, you will be helping to unite parents of color, low-income parents, special needs parents, single mothers and fathers, grandparents, formerly incarcerated parents and parents in recovery with traditionally represented parent voices to join a vibrant coalition that disrupts the traditional role of parent voice in policy space. The Parent Union is an active community of caring parents from across the state. Tim studied English at New York University, holds a M. Ed in Secondary Education and has more than a decade of experience in operations and people management. That is an F. So to say that we have teachers that are getting our kids to where they need to be, I would have to say, no.". Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. This is the national parent movement to build the change needed in national education policy conversations to create the change we need for our families. I hold a B.S. When I turned 19 years old, I married my husband Carlos A. Rivera, with whom I have two sons, one 8 years old and the other 7 years old. Keri Rodrigues and Alma Marquez said they were so appalled by the low standards of America's public school teachers unions, they formed the National Parents Union (NPU), so families could have a greater say in their children's education. She was granted clemency by then Governor John Kasich whom gave her a second chance, and currently, Ms. Bolar’s mother is recognized as a national advocate for education equality and pursues legislative social change that will serve the underrepresented. [email protected], Nehemiah D. Frank is the founding publisher and editor-in-chief of The Black Wall Street Times. Kelley’s actions were inspired to expand the educational and social opportunities for her children that the existing school could probably not provide. Proving the opportunities now are greater than they’ve ever been; you should use your voice and start your generational success! He is a graduate of Harold Washington College and Oklahoma State University. She is available for booking to groups of any size. I was encouraged to say and do something about my situation, as I was learning, I was not alone. Her story has also been featured on national news programs and talk shows hosted by Dr. Phil and Tom Joyner. Bernita invites individuals who have her shared values and principles to join her in her work, and together they bring about successful outcomes for all involved. My passion is equipping parents, families, and community leaders to become more fortified in their establishment of foundational, generational, adequate progress, and lasting change. Their mission is to give young men an opportunity to learn essential life skills to help further themselves and their future. As a parent, Yahaira put her career on hold where she turned one of her bedrooms into a home classroom. Prior to establishing RootED Northwest Arkansas, I served as the Education Program Manager at the Cisneros Center for New Americans. A WhatsApp group has already been created for … My oldest son has Asperger’s and ADHD. 7.9K likes. Marquez said the main issue with teachers unions is they seek to enrich their members instead of arming students for the challenges of the real world. I am deeply committed to children, families, and communities. After graduation, I served as a mathematics teacher at Springdale High School and Haas Hall Academy in Bentonville. His work is featured in TIME Magazine, Education Post, Tulsa People, Citizens Ed, Tulsa World, etc. Yahaira says “Parents are experts too”. Marisol Quevedo Rerucha is a proven leader who doesn’t just talk about healing, equity, social justice, and disrupting generational trauma; she has both lived experience and a proven record of doing this work while leading change in education and non-profit systems. [email protected], Missouri Charter Public School Association – Bilingual Director of Advocacy, I’m the blessed mother of Nina Isabella and Emilio Fidel, both brown, brilliant and beautiful bilingual children attending an urban public charter school in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri. He served as assistant secretary for communications and outreach in the U.S. Department of Education during the Obama administration’s first term. Dr. Jose Padin from the Cuchillas neighborhood of the town of Corozal, in this school I began my courtship with my current husband. So I started organizing here in Massachusetts and founded Massachusetts Parents United, the largest parent advocacy group in the commonwealth. The National Parents Union is a network of highly effective parent organizations and grassroots activists across the country that is united behind a set of common goals and principles to channel the power of parents. She is also a Boston Public School alumni who immigrated from Puerto Rico at the age of 4. I am happy to represent Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands as a Regional Delegate for the National Parents Union. These laws are overwhelmingly popular and have resulted in fewer contested divorces, fewer allegations of domestic violence, and better lives for Kentucky’s children. Fox News reached out to The National Education Association (NEA) which represents 3 million members, to see if they will work with NPU going forward. John 8:32. The teacher unions currently have no countervailing force. Posted Jan. 22, 2020 in Better Conversation. National Parents Union. I have helped push legislation through, been a language liaison between schools and low English proficiency families, and have advocated for ELL, immigrant and refugee students and families to make sure they are informed, invited and involved in the education of their children. Keri sits on the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s “Influence 100” advisory group to transform the pipeline to education leadership to be more reflective of the composition of the Commonwealth as well as the Superintendent Rubric Refinement Project. Social Studies Graduate Certificate in Secondary Urban Education with Licensure. “I worked in labor, working for the SEIU, and I spent a big chunk of my career in politics," Rodrigues told Fox News. Rodrigues, a mother of three from Boston, and Marquez, a mother of one from Los Angeles, are no strangers to public-sector unions. Peter is affiliated with Whiteboard Advisors, a DC-based education policy, research and communications firm. B.S. [email protected], Vivett Dukes is a mom, wife, classroom teacher, writer, educational consultant and public speaker who uses her experience, her acumen, and her platform to eradicate the school-to-prison pipeline and other forms of systemic educational and societal inequities that disproportionately affect Black and Brown communities. Currently, Ms. Williams-Bolar is recognized as a national advocate for education equality and She founded Learning Heroes to support parents as their children’s most effective education advocate. A native New Yorker, Peter began his career as a journalist with small weekly newspapers in New York. Nick Givas is a reporter with Fox News. It was through this support that I was able to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Master of Arts in Teaching degree from the University of Arkansas. In addition, the penalty could exclude her from certain economic opportunities for the rest of her life. Tim lives in Somerville, Massachusetts, enjoys podcasts and is continuing to build his epic music collection. Kelley Williams-Bolar born July 15, 1970 is a native of Akron, Ohio. This shell group for corporate profiteers and union busters formally begins operating today at a meeting in New Orleans. ©2021 FOX News Network, LLC. Stern also warned Rodrigues and Marquez about going up against an opponent with vast financial resources and a lot to lose. She is the founder of The Village, an outreach and recruitment team that ensures that future outcomes for children are prioritized within the community, philanthropic and education environments. Fox News Flash top headlines for Jan. 10 are here. from New York University Law School and a BA in Political Science from Columbia University. NPU is helping bring together parents who alone and on their own are often the powerless, but by organizing their voices through the National Parents Union can become the powerful. By … Chief Operating Officer at Parent Impact, an organization created by parents for parents dedicated to empowering, advocating, and connecting families to resources that support their family’s needs for greater outcomes in urban communities. He is also one of the co-hosts of NPU’s popular “Dad-to-Dad” program – a first of it’s kind effort to connect fathers across the country to advocate for their children from their unique perspective. Mason was co-founder of PNEU together with Emeline Petrie Steinthal. Tim Langan is Max and Dylan’s Dad and the Chief Operating Officer of the National Parents Union and Massachusetts Parents United where he focuses on supporting leadership development, delegates and members with the tools needed to advocate for the children and families across the nation from their neighborhoods to at the table with elected officials and policy makers. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Feel free to reach out to Colleen with any questions you may have regarding membership – [email protected]. "We’re going to be creating a national parent council and a board of advisers," Rodrigues explained. Keri’s impact extends beyond Massachusetts Parents United as an elected member of the Massachusetts Democratic State Committee, serving on the Executive Committee of the Ethnic Council of the Democratic National Committee and the advisory board of Democrats for Education Reform. Per the organization’s website: He also led a team that provided labor support to NYCDOE’s 1,700 principals and implemented a number of high-stakes talent initiatives. I found my way in education reform almost a decade ago supporting the work of a public charter schools and Education choice for families. I graduated from the University of San Diego’s Joan B. Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice where I earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science then moving on to earn a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Opportunity is not. As TNTP’s Chief Executive Officer, Dan Weisberg oversees TNTP’s executive team and all aspects of the organization’s operations, strategy and growth. A two-day leadership training event in Pittsburgh, PA for current elected officials, individuals seeking to run for public office, and community stakeholders. The National Parents Union is a network of parent organizations and grassroots activists across the country committed to improving the quality of life for children and families in the United States. Recent/past positions 11th ward committee person, President of the Simon Gratz Mastery Charter High School Parent Association, member and Vice President of the Mastery Parent Action Council, Community Advocacy Manager for Mastery Charter Schools in Camden NJ, Bilingual Resource Parent Coordinator for El Concilio. National Parents Union A network of parents and activists putting children and families at the center of education politics and policy. When I noticed my youngest son wasn’t receiving the education he deserved in our neighborhood public school, that’s when we began our school journey to find a school that would best fit him. Bibb Hubbard is Founder & President of Learning Heroes. The group is intentionally inclusive — explicitly welcoming, for instance, grandparents and formerly incarcerated parents — and aims to broaden parent involvement and help parents reach policymakers. Peter joined the Education Post board in 2018 after stepping down as the organization’s Executive Director. As the daughter of Kelley WIlliams-Bolar, her mother made national headlines in 2011, when she was arrested and served ten days in jail for sending her two daughters outside of their designated school district in Akron. Try this now, 6 things to know when buying your second home, Here's how much savings you should have at 40. We believe, in order to effect change and strengthen families, we must provide them with the resources and opportunities to develop their talents and share best practices. National Parents Union voting on five top priority initiatives on Saturday, January 18, 2020. "They will go to bat for their members, but not for kids," she said. I am deeply committed to children, families, and communities. Mr. Vigil holds a BA from the University of California Santa Cruz (UCSC) and an MA in International Affairs from the School for International and Public Affairs (SIPA) at Columbia University. The National Parents Union is an independent, grassroots coalition. “It has become a political negotiation between teachers unions and superintendents and, frankly, parents want off the roller coaster,” said Keri Rodrigues, co-founder of … They offer community gatherings to help young men from the ages of 13-25 strengthen their interpersonal skills, as well as teach them how to network and create generational wealth. Keri Rodrigues is Matthew, Miles and David’s mom and the Founding President of the National Parents Union. He is married to artist Jackie Kazarian and they have two adult children who are proud graduates of the Chicago Public Schools. "We will assemble delegates, agree on by-laws, vote on ratification, and form our union.". "To me, that is a dismal failure. Peter Cunningham is the founder of Education Post. Parents and families have the power to change the conversation and politics around education reform and innovation. She strongly believes that parents active in the school community and neighborhood organizations have a positive effect on student outcomes. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. A program designed for AAPI undergraduate aged students looking to increase their experience in public policy and service. Stern, who serves as SEIU's president emeritus, spoke with Fox News and offered his total support. Wendy Gonzales-Neal is the Executive Director and Founder of My Child My Voice organization based in Houston, Texas. He is a founding delegate for the National Parents Union and serves on the Reimagining School Safety and Membership Committees. Yahaira has a Master’s degree in Human Service Organizational Management from Springfield College. We cannot allow this. She has spent more than 20 years volunteering and organizing in various schools and community organizations in Newark. This is about what is right and wrong for our kids," he said in an email. As a daughter of immigrant parents and as a single mother, I relied on the support of my Northwest Arkansas community to help me navigate educational systems. Jada Bolar, born May 9th, 1998 is a native of Akron, Ohio. "But at the same time, I’m a single mom with three little boys. December 29, 2020 at 10:01 AM. Yahaira knows the struggles of Autism firsthand—she has twin boys on the Autism Spectrum as well as ADHD. He holds a J.D. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! She believes parents are more than just caretakers. It has to stop. Parents trust and expect that education is the great equalizer and school systems of every type must be held accountable for meeting the promise of education for all students — that each student has equitable access to opportunity to launch into a successful future. We believe, our children should always be at the core of our agenda in every decision. "The numbers speak for themselves. There are schools in L.A. with zero percent proficiency in math and English, and those teachers were striking. I have made a choice to continue to speak for those that cannot speak for themselves. Rodrigues began her career as an award-winning journalist and continued her career in advocacy as a long-time labor activist, communicator and organizer with the world’s largest local labor union, 1199SEIU, leading major campaigns across the country. Bernita Bradley is a social entrepreneur who advocates for and with families in Detroit, Michigan. advancing the voice of the underserved community to gain more equality in public education. The founding members are the New York City Parents Union, Connecticut Parents Union, Pennsylvania Parents Union, Texas Parents Union, Ohio Parents Union and … [email protected], For all media inquiries, please contact: [email protected], Paid for by the National Parents Union for Education Equality. Her public-sector experience includes positions at the White House and the U.S. Labor Department. And having twin boys with different levels of unique challenges adds even more difficulties. She began to watch YouTube videos of autism therapies to self-learn different form therapies to support her children’s needs to develop her own parent expertise. This is when My Child My Voice was created a parent organization established to educate, motivate and to guide and support parents, guardians, immigrant families, refugee families to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to be able to actively participate in the education of their children and have a voice on issues facing their community and serve as a resource to them. This is crap. I am Christina Laster, proud Black Woman/Afro-latina, mother, grandmother, Civil Rights Activist, and Humanitarian! #AutismSprinter #MomvocateMob. Currently, I am the Founding Executive Director of RootED Northwest Arkansas, National Parents Union Council Member and Justice of the Peace for District #4 in Springdale, Arkansas. This is where my name became the “Education Mom” where I had the privilege of organizing parents, influencing policy, educating parents how to write OpEds, and engaging families across the state of Texas. 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