Education News and Resources 21st Century Leaning The Partnership for 21 Century - a national organization that advocates for 21st century readiness for every student. California Coalition for P21 - a coalition of statewide organizations advocate for 21st century readiness for all California students. Responsive Classroom - a widely used, research-backed approach to elementary education that increases academic achievement, decreases problem behaviors, improves social skills, and leads to more high-quality instruction. Edutopia - provide strategies and resources for educators on 21st Century Learning models Community Outreach and Fundraising Guides Our Community Outreach and Fund raising Guides were developed by a team of core parent volunteers from a Spring 2010 fundraising campaign in the Cupertino Union School District. This unprecedented district-wide community fundraising effort ultimately raised over $2.5 million in eight weeks, helping to restore 107 teachers' jobs slated for elimination due to state budget cuts. The campaign brought together parents, teachers, administrators, unions, local businesses, and an existing education foundation - all doing their part to preserve our children's current quality of education. Their expertise in both outreach and fundraising is invaluable. |



