How TGR Foundation empowers educators to ignite change
Teacher Appreciation Week offers a great opportunity to look for ways to celebrate these pivotal agents of change year-round. From my initial role as a high school biology teacher in South Los Angeles, to founding and scaling a charter school network serving thousands of underestimated students in Los Angeles, to my current role at TGR Foundation driving innovative learning spaces and STEAM education programming nationally at TGR Learning Labs I have witnessed firsthand the profound influence that empowered educators wield in molding tomorrow’s leaders.Â
Ten ways to celebrate educators during Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week takes place each year during the first full week of May as educators wrap up the academic year and prepare for summer. Expressing gratitude and appreciation for educators acknowledges their hard work, dedication and positive impact on students’ lives. At TGR Foundation, we are grateful to all the educators on our team and in our community as we work together to empower students through education. Â
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Whether you’re a student, alumnus, parent or administrator, below are meaningful ways you can show gratitude for educators.
TGR Foundation CEO shares 2023 Year In Review
As I reflect on my first six months as TGR Foundation’s CEO, I am energized by the incredible impact the organizationmade in 2023 and excited about our plans for 2024 and beyond. I’m especially thankful for our board of governors,executive leadership, team members and community of donors and partners whose dedication to empowering students to pursue their passions through education makes the important work we do possible.Â
TGR Foundation and DoD STEM Partner to Invest in Educators, Prepare Youth for STEM Workforce
TGR Foundation and DoD STEM are working together to bridge the gap between the classroom and the workforce by engaging students, educators and professionals in STEM activities and making real-world connections. The partnership has made a significant impact through strategic programming that exposes students to STEM careers and helps them develop skills to work toward their careers.
