One of these educators, a recipient of an EPAK grant in 2024-25, spoke at EPAK’s April “Meet the Teachers” event at Bloomhouse in East Palo Alto.
Becky Z. inspires students to read at EPACS as a volunteer librarian (pictured above). Thanks to her, the K-8 students at East Palo Alto Charter School have access to books on their campus, including a new selection of Spanish language books. She spoke passionately about her search for “just the right books” for students. Becky reaffirmed her gratitude for her EPAK grants which allow her to purchase books for a wide variety of student interests. Becky wrote recently, “With the grant money we have really been able to upgrade the quality and quantity of books which has led to increased use of the library by both staff and students.”
Fourth grade teacher Misa Y., shown here with below counselor Michelle G. from EPACS, purchased additional classroom books and started a book club to encourage students to transition to longer chapter books. This EPAK supported mission resulted in a colorful student “thank you” poster brought to Bloomhouse.
East Palo Alto Kids Foundation thanks, in turn, our supporters who contributed to more than 400 teacher grants for hard-working educators this school year!
