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One Parent’s Approach to Advocacy Through Community

By Kaylee Domzalski — April 28, 2022 3:08
One Parent’s Approach to Advocacy Through Community
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When María Susana Barrios wanted to address her children’s nutrition at school, finding how to make her voice heard was daunting. However, Barrios has found community with a group of other Latino parents who share her passions.

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Kaylee Domzalski is a video producer for Education Week, telling meaningful stories that impact the field.
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