Editorial
Reforming Education: From Standardized Stress to Emotional Health
From excessive standardized testing to underfunded support services, students are navigating a landscape more focused on performance metrics than personal growth. And while lawmakers debate cell phone bans and school vouchers, many educators and families agree: we’ve lost sight of what truly matters—mental well-being, emotional intelligence, and authentic support for diverse learners.
Igniting Minds, Inspiring Futures: Angela Pichardo, Outstanding Teacher of the Year
Angela's journey began humbly in Bigfoot, Texas, where she was raised along with her brothers and hardworking parents in ranching and farming—experiences which instilled in her the belief that foresight and hard work pave the path to success. “We always had the mindset that you never know what you’re going to need,” she recalls a philosophy that shapes her resilient approach to challenges and her commitment to preparing her students for a limitless future.