The Oakland Starting Smart and Strong collaborative exists so that every Oakland child and family can access high-quality early learning experiences.
Oakland, California
Joined August 2020
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OakSmartStrong retweeted
Tandem would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan.
Supervisor Chan was a long-time advocate for children and families, and we honor her contributions and valued leadership. mailchi.mp/oaklandsmartandst…
OakSmartStrong retweeted
Our hearts are heavy this week.
We extend our deepest condolences to Alameda County Sup. Wilma Chan’s family and close friends. We lost a champion, tireless advocate, and friend for labor, child care providers, families, and children.
May we honor her legacy today and onward.
OakSmartStrong retweeted
We are so sad to hear of the passing of Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan. She was an advocate for children, families, and early learning and we are grateful for her example. We send our condolences to her family and loved ones.
“During her 30-year career in public service, Supervisor Chan had been a staunch advocate for children, families, the elderly, affordable housing, and health care for the uninsured.” — Dave Brown, Wilma Chan's chief of staff shared in a statement Wednesday
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OakSmartStrong retweeted
It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan. Her unwavering passion, dedication, tenacity, and commitment to our community will be missed. Read the full statement from 4Cs of Alameda County at 4calameda.org/w-chan-stateme….
OakSmartStrong retweeted
BANANAS has lost a friend. Supervisor Wilma Chan was a champion for those who didn’t have a voice - children, the unhoused and the underrepresented. She also funded our CARE program for unhoused families who were unseen and unheard. We will miss her. Rest in peace and power.
OakSmartStrong retweeted
The tragic death of Supervisor Wilma Chan is a moment of true sadness. Few have served this county with such commitment and distinction. On behalf of the First 5 Alameda Commission and staff, we extend our condolences to her family and staff. Our Statement:bit.ly/3qlJWg3
OakSmartStrong retweeted
Join us this fall at our Symposium to experience our featured session "Literacy: A Liberatory, Civil Right" presented by Dr. Julie Washington focusing on why reading is the centerpiece of education and a successful future.
Register today: OaklandLiteracySymposium.org
OakSmartStrong retweeted
Join @OakSmartStrong on 5/19 for the final session of this year's Oakland Early Learning Symposium featuring:
✅Reflections from OUSD, YMCA, & family child care providers
✅Tributes to early learning professionals
✅Time to learn + share in small groups
ousd.zoom.us/meeting/registe…
OakSmartStrong retweeted
Today is the first day of Black History Month! Check out our latest newsletter that contains books, lesson plans, and fun activities you can do with your children to celebrate this important month. mailchi.mp/bananasbunch/blac…
OakSmartStrong retweeted
BANANAS is featured in The Oaklandside! The article highlights the Oakland-born Vice President Kamala Harris' donation of $20,000 from the dissolving of her campaign fund and what BANANAS does to help our greater community. oaklandside.org/2021/01/28/k…
OakSmartStrong retweeted
Our @OUSDFood team and volunteers are out at 22 sites across the city every Monday and Thursday from 8am to 1pm to provide free grab and go meals to OUSD students. ousd.org/covid-19studentmeal…
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