April 2019

Stephanie’s Story Part 3: Everything for a Reason

By Theresa Myers in Early Learning | Posted April 22, 2019

This is part 3 of a 3-part story following Stephanie’s experience with Peninsula Family Service. Missed the first part? Read Part 1. Read Part 2. As President of the Parent Policy Council, Stephanie has learned more about the behind-the-scenes strategy, policies, and management of child development centers at Peninsula Family Service. She has engaged in a few initiatives that she is proud of: approving a cost-of-living raise for teachers, creating solutions to improve the rooftop…

Stephanie’s Story Part 2: A New Opportunity

By Theresa Myers in Early Learning | Posted April 15, 2019

This is part 2 of a 3-part story following Stephanie’s experience with Peninsula Family Service. Missed the first part? Read Part 1. Now that Stephanie had secured full-time child care for her twins at one of nine Peninsula Family Service Child Development Centers, she had to figure out a solution for transportation. Perla lived in southern San Mateo County and had to drive her children to downtown San Mateo, which is no quick drive during…

RSVP for Thought Leader Series: The Future of Transportation

By Theresa Myers in Thought Leadership | Posted April 11, 2019

THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION: CLEAN ENERGY & TRANSFORMATION Galvanizing Innovation for Our Community and All Who Live Here Wednesday, May 15, 2019 8:30 am – 12:00 pm Sobrato Center for Nonprofits 330 Twin Dolphin Dr, Redwood City, CA 94065 At this free event, join experts and local leaders to address the future of clean transportation and innovation for our climate, our community and all who live here. Special guest speakers and panelists will discuss the impact…

Stephanie Story Part 1: The Beginning – A Time of Uncertainty

By Theresa Myers in Early Learning | Posted April 8, 2019

This is part 1 of a 3-part story following Stephanie’s experience with Peninsula Family Service Stephanie took care of her son Leonardo, and newborn twins, Luna and Sol, on her own. She moved her family into her mother’s house while figuring out her next steps. Sleep deprived, depressed, and overwhelmed, Stephanie reached out to a friend for advice. Fortunately, this friend had participated in Peninsula Family Service’s Home-Based Child Development program, and highly recommended it. “I had…

Month: April 2019