Because of this year’s FAFSA update, Nayeli has had to apply for aid more than twice! Safe to say, she felt alienated by the institutions that were supposed to uplift her.

Nayeli has experienced an extreme example of discrimination in public school. Read more what her family had to do about it

Jennica has had a mix of both private and public school education growing up. Find out what she differences she noticed.

Recently graduated with her Bachelors of Arts in Sociology, Nikki Crishen tells us about her journey to college and beyond was strongly influenced by her academic community.

Jennifer's blog confronts the harsh reality faced by students like Angel, exposing the inadequacy of California's support system that offers a mere $32 a month for groceries to those struggling to survive, highlighting the urgent need for substantial systemic change.

Tran shares her personal insight into the unique circumstances that have fueled Generation Z's activism, challenging stereotypes and highlighting her unwavering determination to make a difference.

Four-year university has always been touted as the key to economic mobility. But jumping straight into a four-year isn’t feasible for every student. Read Arin’s blog and learn how important community college is for different students.

Tran explains how her close proximity to the wealth and prosperity of Disneyland doesn’t directly translate to a similar state of well-being for the communities surrounding it

Ciara explains how a single high school counselor assigned to her whole school is detrimental to student success

Tran explains how she came to realize how severe the educational inequity in California is after examining her own high school experience; one marked by counselor shortages and a toxic learning environment.

Ciara explains how her underfunding in her charter school forced families and students to beg for donations - and were left with staffing shortages and limited resources.

Tania explains why youth engagement in politics is necessary and the strides that youth engagement can make in the political sphere no matter how small.

Daisy tells her story of being a musician at a school that did not have a music program.

Daisy discusses the realities of the mental health services in California and the danger’s they pose for real lives.

Read more about Nina’s experiences not only growing up Arab-American, but also the power they found through their identity and local politics!

Read more to see why Dani thinks ethnic studies in high school matters more than you think.