Photo courtesy of Jumpstart Six schools, 12 classrooms, 85 to 100 Pepperdine workers and an estimated 240 preschoolers. These are the rough numbers for Pepperdine's Jumpstart program this year. As schools moved into an online format, Jumpstart shifted to connect with the preschoolers learning virtually. Jumpstart is a program that prepares preschoolers for kindergarten … [Read more...] about Jumpstart Works in New Virtual Format
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Jumpstart Takes a Hop Back After Woolsey Fire and LA Teacher Strike
Photos Courtesy of JumpstartWith over a month of missed class time, Pepperdine Jumpstart members face major disruptions in the program."It's been kind of a lot," freshman Lauren Kula said. "November happened, so because of the fires and everything, we didn't have Jumpstart for basically a month. And now with the LA teacher strike, it's pushing our curriculum back even … [Read more...] about Jumpstart Takes a Hop Back After Woolsey Fire and LA Teacher Strike
Staff Editorial: The L.A. Teacher Strike Impacts Us All
Art by Ally ArmstrongThe Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) week-long strike ended last week after teachers pushed for smaller class sizes, higher pay and school nurses, among other things. As teachers returned to their classrooms with the promise of smaller class sizes and a 6 percent pay increase, the strikes have continued to ignite a sustained conversation about … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: The L.A. Teacher Strike Impacts Us All
Pepperdine Makes Princeton Review’s Top 10 List for Community Service
Photo by Anaka OsbornePepperdine is known for its small class sizes, breathtaking ocean views and challenging academics. Adding onto these, the university is being recognized for a student body focused on giving back. The Princeton Review recently released their list of colleges having the most students engaged in community service and placed Pepperdine at No. 10. The rest of … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Makes Princeton Review’s Top 10 List for Community Service
PVC Director Shares on the Value of Service
Photo by Julia NamanMany are aware that the Pepperdine Volunteer Center exists, but we often let it escape our attention. The PVC is a mainly student-led organization on campus that allows many to find service opportunities throughout the community. In support of its students is the PVC staff who help volunteers find their niche. Director of the PVC Peter Thompson said he … [Read more...] about PVC Director Shares on the Value of Service
