¿No se graduó? Considere el GED! ¡Educación de Adultos y Carreras en Oakland ofrece cursos de GED en Español! GED se considera equivalente a un diploma de escuela secundaria y es reconocido por todos los estados e internacionalmente. Los estudiantes pueden comenzar en un colegio comunitario con un GED. Los estudiantes pueden solicitar ayuda financiera con un […]
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Join us for National Night Out, August 2nd!
National Night Out is a nationwide annual event designed to raise crime prevention awareness and strengthen neighborhood spirit. Come enjoy face painting, traditional dance, live music, zumba, and more, while generating support for anti-crime efforts and supporting a healthy community! Event Details: Tuesday August 2, 2016 Foothill Blvd, Between Fruitvale and 34th From 3:00 to 8:00 […]
Enroll in Laney’s Jumpstart to Biomanufacturing For a Job That Pays
The biomanufacturing job market is growing rapidly in the Bay Area, and Laney College’s Biomanufacturing Program is recruiting for Fall 2016! The Biomanufacturing Program at Laney College offers hands-on training in the skills needed to land entry-level biomanufacturing and biotech jobs; such as development of antibiotics through cell processes, monitoring food safety, biofuel production, and […]
Teens In Action!
Fruitvale Avenue and Foothill Blvd got a little bit more beautiful last week thanks to local youth employed in summer jobs! Askara Helms (left) is a junior at Oakland Technical High school. He has been working with Youth Employment Partnership (YEP) for about 3 years now. “I recommend this program because it keeps you busy and active […]
What Do Teenagers Say About OYE?
“I like this program because it gives teens a chance to do something rather than just sitting around at home all day.” – De’Ojanae Phillips, OYE Participant I had the pleasure of interviewing a few of this year’s OYE (Oakland Youth Engaged) program participants. OYE is a program that helps youth develop leadership skills by […]
Día de los Muertos Poster Art Announced
Introducing the official 2016 Día de Los Muertos Poster art, created by Jessica Dominguez! “I’m a HUGE believer in the power of community and the importance of staying connected to our roots, our traditions, and our cultura. I also LOVE El Día de Los Muertos; it’s my favorite Mexican holiday, and I love the imagery, […]