Joy and Thriving: Honoring the Spirit of Childhood

Children are creatures of wonder. The inexperience of their youth is a stimulant, rather than an inhibition, permitting them great capacity for curiosity and formation. Everything is new to a child. It is with joy that children discover themselves and navigate their unbridled potential. Yet, Black and Brown youth are often denied the grace and innocence of childhood. They are …

Policy Priority Area: Safe, sustainable public schools in healthy communities

This month at TEP, we are focusing on our Policy Priority Areas. We want to emphasize why each area is important in realizing our goal of providing quality education for all of God’s children. This year, our main focus is on prioritizing the joy of Black and Brown children. Public schools can become spaces where every student thrives. It is …

empty classroom with books stacked on table and shelves full of school supplies

Policy Priority Area: Adequate Supplies, Facilities, and Resources for Equitable Learning

This month at TEP, we are focusing on our Policy Priority Areas. We want to emphasize why each area is important in realizing our goal of providing quality education for all of God’s children. This year, our main focus is on prioritizing the joy of Black and Brown children. A crucial element of that work involves investing in physical spaces …