CharterNation Podcast

Change Makers feat. Jay Artis-Wright, Parent Revolution; Resolute Academy's "Ms. CD"; Magnolia's Portrait of a Graduate

October 28, 2021 California Charter Schools Association Season 1 Episode 4
CharterNation Podcast
Change Makers feat. Jay Artis-Wright, Parent Revolution; Resolute Academy's "Ms. CD"; Magnolia's Portrait of a Graduate
Show Notes

PEOPLE POWER! That's the theme of Episode 4 of CharterNation. You'll hear from three individuals who are working in the trenches of Los Angeles to make sure students can access high-quality school options or get the social and emotional support they need. 

First, as part of our Change Makers interview series, CCSA's President/CEO Myrna Castrejón interviews Jay Artis-Wright, the new executive director of Parent Revolution.

Then, spend time with a Christiana Cobb-Dozier also  known as "Ms. CD" by her students. She's a school counselor at Resolute Academy Charter School in the Watts community of South L.A. Christiana shares how she's helping students manage grief and anxiety so they can stay focused in school.

And finally, we hear from Alfredo Rubalcava, the CEO/Superintendent of Magnolia Public Schools which has just launched its Portrait of a Graduate initiative.