ESWB Podcast: Supporting Quality and Collaboration in Expanded Learning with Katie Brackenridge
In each episode of Elevating Student Well-Being, we’ll discuss challenges and innovations in K-12 education, and ways we can all support the physical, mental, and academic well-being of students inside and outside of the school day. In the latest episode of the Elevating Student Well-Being podcast, host Brian LeTendre welcomes Katie Brackenridge to the show […]
Scaling Access and Opportunities in Expanded Learning for 25-26
Governor Gavin Newsom recently released his May Revision to the 2025-26 proposed budget, which reinforced the state’s historic commitment to expanded learning, including: A $525.5 million increase in ongoing funding to support implementation of expanded learning (before school, after school, summer, or intersession). Tier 1 ELO-P funding eligibility for districts serving 55% or higher unduplicated […]
Designing Sports and Physical Activities for Universal Access
By leveraging the Universal Design for Learning framework, we design sport and physical activities in Expanded Learning programs that improve access and participation rates for students with disabilities. Participating in sports and physical activities has positive impacts on the physical, mental, and academic well-being of students. Districts have made efforts to increase access to sport […]
Growing with Elevo: Moira Chung
As the mother of four, grandmother of 3, former basketball coach, Navy wife, and self-described Mama Bear, Moira considers children her purpose. Not just her own, but all children, which is why the mission statement of Elevo -To transform the well-being of students so they look forward to coming to school – spoke directly to […]
Growing with Elevo: Yetzirah Barraza
It is clear from the outset that Yetzirah has a passion for community. From speaking lovingly of the community of her youth where everyone looked out for everyone else, to sharing the details of her role as the Regional Program Manager for San Diego, the thread that seems to unite everything Yetzirah stands for is […]
Growing with Elevo: Manny Avina
The Growing With Elevo series features mission-driven people from across our organization sharing their stories and growth experiences as they strive to make a positive impact for the students we serve every day. This month, Manuel Avina shares his heart and passion for kids as he grows from a part-time coach to a full-time Lead […]
Advocating for the Present and Future of Expanded Learning
Last week, Elevo joined hundreds of families, students, and community organizations in Sacramento for the annual California Afterschool and Summer Challenge, a grassroots advocacy initiative to highlight the importance and the impact of out-of-school time (OST) programs. Led by the California School-Age Consortium (CalSAC) and the California Afterschool Advocacy Alliance (CA3), this event is an […]
ESWB Podcast: Building an Expanded Learning Community of Practice with Karin Wu
In each episode of Elevating Student Well-Being, we’ll discuss challenges and innovations in K-12 education, and ways we can all support the physical, mental, and academic well-being of students inside and outside of the school day. In the latest episode ESWB, host Brian LeTendre welcomes Elevo SVP of Marketing Karin Wu for a conversation about […]
SEL Week Day 5: Responsible Decision Making
Today is Day 5 of Elevo’s SEL Week. Each day this week, we will be focusing on a different CASEL competency, diving deep into the elements that inform our WASC-accredited curriculum. The last and final competency is responsible decision-making. Our day-to-day is made up of decisions big and small. What are you going to eat […]
SEL Week Day 4: Relationship Skills
Today is Day 4 of Elevo’s SEL Week. Each day this week, we will be focusing on a different CASEL competency, diving deep into the elements that inform our WASC-accredited curriculum. Today, we’re exploring what it means to have strong relationship skills. Relationships are the foundation of life. Whether it’s with friends, family members, or […]
