How I found the perfect pottery studio in San Francisco
Between crochet projects, sourdough experiments, and TikTok performances, I kept my mind and hands busy during the pandemic....
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Colleen Jones: Gliding through life with grace, grit, and amazing hair
With unmistakable white hair and a penchant for death-defying tricks, Jones is a force to be reckoned with in San Francisco’s roller skating scene....
Community Music Center is where SF youth hone their musical talents — for free
The celebrated organization teaches people of all ages and skill levels their instrument of choice. The only requirement is passion....
San Francisco Circus Center helps students tumble and fly
Soar to new heights in this acrobatics school that’s nestled inside a former San Francisco high school gym....
Tell Her That You Love Her
The next time is never guaranteed...
The Quest for Connection in a High School Zoom Class
Through pixelated screens, I try to build a space for students’ authentic selves...
We Asked Bay Area Teachers for Their Standout Zoom Classroom Moments
The unsung heroes of 2020 need a major raise...
Oakland Parents Put Pressure on School District to Plan for Reopening
The group argues the district should ‘follow the science’...
Attending College Remotely Is a Nightmare
It’s been stressful, embarrassing, and compassionate all at the same time...
Back-to-School Tips for Parents on the Edge of Madness
A lesson plan for losing...
What It’s Like Being a High Schooler in Silicon Valley
Debunking myths and confirming realities of elite high schools...
We Cannot Return to Campus This Fall
Physical distancing at schools is impossible. Now is the time to prepare robust distance learning and close the technology gap....