Our Students’ Voices
Intern Blog
Our interns’ first-hand accounts of the issues public school students face today. This space is for students’ voices, personal experiences, and grievances about the public school system to be heard. Read their takes on class sizes, teacher diversity, mental health programs and so much more!
The Importance of School Lunches
Read more about Jamye’s story on observing the distinct differences between provided school lunch meals when transitioning from public to private school.
My Story: The Transition from Public to Private School
Read more about Jamye’s experience on growing up attending public school and transitioning to private school for her high school years.
My Story: A Teacher’s Son in East Bay Schools
Read more about Caillou’s story and his experiences learning about the underfunded school system through the eyes of a student and the eyes of an adult teacher.
Let’s Put First-Generation Students First
Check out this story of a first-generation student and why we need to better support them!
Prioritizing Student Mental Health in a Post-Pandemic World
Read a student’s perspective on why we need to prioritize mental health in classrooms … immediately!
Reevaluating School Administration Priorities—How Inadequate Funding Ruins Equity
Read more about the connection between insufficient school funding and reduced administrative capacity to address equity.
Overcrowded, Overenrolled and Over It
Read more about Davina’s experience with overcrowded classrooms in California public schools.
Schools Need a Little More Color—And Teachers Can Help
Read more about Hafsah’s experience with the lack of diversity in teaching staff.
Special Education Demands Special Priority — More Funding Please!
Read more about Reva’s experience with special education in public schools!