Your Moment of Joy: A look inside Rocketship

Maricela Guerrero, Executive Director, Rocketship California | March 7, 2025

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of women throughout history and within our own communities. Tomorrow, on International Women’s Day, we recognize this year’s global theme: “Accelerate Action”—a call to break down barriers, push for equity, and drive meaningful change with urgency and momentum. At Rocketship, we see this every day in the incredible women who elevate our schools. Women who lead, teach, and support our Rocketeers with heart and purpose. Women who take bold steps to grow, learn, and mentor others. Today, I have the privilege of sharing the stories of…

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By Jeremiah Davis, Paraprofessional, Rocketship Dream Community Prep | March 3, 2025

A positive school culture is essential for fostering a sense of belonging and helping young students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. For all students, creating a culture that is fun and nurturing can make a huge difference in their daily experience. By integrating celebrations, recognitions, and interactive activities, you can foster a school environment where school staff and students feel valued and excited to learn. If you’re a school leader, ready to level up your school climate, then this is for you! Here are 9 fun ways to improve and cultivate a positive school culture that celebrates achievements, encourages creativity,…

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February 14, 2025

Max Molina grew up on the South side of Milwaukee and is a testament to what’s possible when you’re surrounded by a loving family and a supportive school community that’s committed to seeing you thrive. Listen in to hear how his time at Rocketship Southside Community Prep not only helped Max receive a full-ride scholarship to a prestigious high school, but also helped him launch into college with confidence. Max is currently studying to be an automotive engineer, sharing his natural light with his community, and in doing so making his family very proud.   Inspired by Max’s story? Prepare…

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February 13, 2025

Teachers are the unsung heroes of our daily lives. Nurturing young minds, balancing lesson plans, catering to student needs, all while tackling administrative duties can understandably feel a bit overwhelming sometimes. That’s why coaching in schools has become a game-changer in improving both student outcomes, educator well-being, and school culture. At Rocketship Public Schools, every teacher has a dedicated coach who provides regular feedback, professional development, and problem-solving strategies to help them grow in their roles. We know this is rare in most public schools, so we wanted to share how and why coaching educators can cultivate the high quality,…

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Elsy Villafuentes Manager of Family Advocacy, Rocketship Southside Community Prep | February 12, 2025

Bringing Los Dichos back to Rocketship Southside Community Prep has already proven to be an exciting and rewarding experience. When I took on the role of Los Dichos coordinator for Milwaukee, I wasn’t sure how we would balance training, recruiting, and organizing with everyone’s busy schedules. Despite the challenges, our first week was a huge success thanks to our dedicated teachers and family volunteers. We had 29 parent volunteers join us, a fantastic way to level up family engagement! One of the best parts of Los Dichos is the way it brings parents into their children’s learning experience. Many want…

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