Being a featured writer here on the FresYes blog is a joyful job that continually keeps me exploring the great city that I live in, staying on top of local event and business opening news, and meeting … [Read more...] about Don’t Panic! How to Help Your Child with Homework Like a Pro
Keeping Your Child on Track: Effective Strategies for Parental Support in the Home Stretch of the School Year
As the end of the school year approaches, many students and families can start feeling burnt out and anxious. The promise of summer vacation is so tantalizing that it can be difficult to focus on … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Child on Track: Effective Strategies for Parental Support in the Home Stretch of the School Year
What Local Teachers Want You to Know in the Time of COVID19
Last week, I had the privilege of speaking to medical professionals working on the front line of COVID-19 care in Fresno. This week, I want to turn the spotlight on another very important group rising … [Read more...] about What Local Teachers Want You to Know in the Time of COVID19
Here are 5 chances to learn something new in the new year
If a new year dawning makes you want to expand your horizons and learn new things, you’re in luck. Fresno has become home to a burgeoning how-to scene rich with do-it-yourself classes and … [Read more...] about Here are 5 chances to learn something new in the new year
Give your kids the gift of innovation and education at InnovEd
It can be tough to find the perfect Christmas present for kids these days. If you're in the market for something unique and educational, consider signing your kids up for a course at … [Read more...] about Give your kids the gift of innovation and education at InnovEd
Holistic Cultural and Education Wellness Center Provides Space for Healing
When you catch a cold, you know exactly what to do: you take some fever reducing medicine, drink plenty of water, and rest. When you’re feeling down, however, things get tricky. It can be tough to … [Read more...] about Holistic Cultural and Education Wellness Center Provides Space for Healing
Grand Opening of Lost Realms Pets Store & Zoo is Saturday in Fresno
Do you remember your first pet? Was it fluffy or scaly? Were you the kid with seven dogs or did your mom only allow pet rocks in her house? Nick Crawford's first pet was of a reptilian persuasion: … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Lost Realms Pets Store & Zoo is Saturday in Fresno
Great Cause & Great Food Combine at Downtown Fresno’s Newest Eatery
Last week, I was very excited to welcome a great new restaurant with an even greater purpose to Downtown Fresno. On January 9, Kids Café 2019 officially opened its doors to offer customers a fresh, … [Read more...] about Great Cause & Great Food Combine at Downtown Fresno’s Newest Eatery
Hello, Harry Potter Cooking Class Exists
Recently, FresYes writer Sarah wrote about five things we can all do to meet new people. One of her suggestions was to take a community education class. I love this idea. Classes in a variety of … [Read more...] about Hello, Harry Potter Cooking Class Exists
FresYes Blood Drive Recap
After weeks of hard work and planning the second annual FresYes blood drive turned out a hit. Last weekend you may have seen us out on Palm avenue with the big Central California Blood Center trailer, … [Read more...] about FresYes Blood Drive Recap
Every Kid in a Park Grants FREE Passes to National Parks and More!
Every Kid in a Park Last fall, my little family of three, along with the several of our friends and their families discovered a serious love for day hiking. I’ve blogged several times about our … [Read more...] about Every Kid in a Park Grants FREE Passes to National Parks and More!
High-tech glasses could help paralyzed man achieve higher education dreams
As a kid, Miguel Chavez never wanted to be inside. The further his childhood adventures took him from his family's southeast Fresno home, the happier he was. Now it's inside that home where he spends … [Read more...] about High-tech glasses could help paralyzed man achieve higher education dreams
Community: Clovis North Principal Scott Dille
Scott Dille entered the Clovis Unified School District as a third grader at Nelson Elementary School and, with the exception of college, never left. A graduate of Kastner Intermediate and Clovis West … [Read more...] about Community: Clovis North Principal Scott Dille
Community: Historic Fresno High’s Principal John Forbes
Fresno High School is our city's namesake campus. And it certainly represents Fresno well. With two new buildings added, and numerous improvements made, in 2013, the exterior is nothing short of … [Read more...] about Community: Historic Fresno High’s Principal John Forbes
FresYes People – Mendota Teacher Adrian Perez Talks About His Kanye West Classroom
As a kid, Adrian Perez played in bands and dreamed of being a rockstar. At some point it clicked that being a professional musician wasn't a realistic goal, so Perez turned to teaching. But he never … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Mendota Teacher Adrian Perez Talks About His Kanye West Classroom
Community: From Kerman to Clovis, Clovis West’s Principal Marc Hammack
He may have started out as a coach, but Marc Hammack is in charge of a much bigger team now that he's principal at Clovis West High School. Growing up in Kerman, Hammack enjoyed high school, … [Read more...] about Community: From Kerman to Clovis, Clovis West’s Principal Marc Hammack
FresYes People – Fresno Teacher Alaina Tudman Goes Back to School
It's that time of year! Backpacks are getting stuffed with new notebooks and sharpened pencils, lunches are being packed and school buses are getting gassed up. Yep, school is back in session. And … [Read more...] about FresYes People – Fresno Teacher Alaina Tudman Goes Back to School
Community: Principal Lindsay Sanders Oversees Diversity in Harmony at Edison
One tiger, many stripes. At Edison High School, it's diversity that unifies. Just ask principal Lindsey Sanders. When it comes to talking about what makes her school great, diversity comes up a lot. … [Read more...] about Community: Principal Lindsay Sanders Oversees Diversity in Harmony at Edison
Community: Rebecca Wheeler is Head of the Patriot Family at Hoover
When Rebecca Wheeler talks about Hoover High School, where she’s in her first year as principal, you get the feeling that she could speak indefinitely about the campus, students and staff. It’s easy … [Read more...] about Community: Rebecca Wheeler is Head of the Patriot Family at Hoover
Community: Clovis High School Has Fresh Leadership in Denver Stairs
For a long time, nearly 80 years, Clovis High School was the only game in town. Its roots in the community go deeper than any other high school. Just two miles from campus, in the heart of Old … [Read more...] about Community: Clovis High School Has Fresh Leadership in Denver Stairs
Community: Jeremy Ward, Duncan Polytech High School Principal
A passion for science had Jeremy Ward, principal of Duncan Polytechnical High School, thinking about a career in wildlife biology when he entered college. But upon second review Ward decided the … [Read more...] about Community: Jeremy Ward, Duncan Polytech High School Principal
Community: Tim Liles, Sunnyside Principal
Tim Liles Gets Back, and Gives Back, to His Roots as Sunnyside Principal For principal Tim Liles, Sunnyside High School is quite literally home. Not only does he live less than a mile from campus, … [Read more...] about Community: Tim Liles, Sunnyside Principal
Community: Chuck Sandoval Leads Clovis East’s Wolf Pack
The city of Clovis is going through tremendous growth. In 2014, it was one of the fastest-growing cities in California. Clovis East High School has a front-row seat to the change—its campus is … [Read more...] about Community: Chuck Sandoval Leads Clovis East’s Wolf Pack
Community: Brian Beck Believes in Bullard High School and its Students
Brian Beck talks a lot about trajectories. As principal of Bullard High School in Fresno, he has a hand in shaping and guiding the trajectories of more than 2,500 students. So it's no wonder … [Read more...] about Community: Brian Beck Believes in Bullard High School and its Students
Community: Buchanan High School’s Mama Bear Ricci Ulrich
Buchanan High School is the middle child of the Clovis Unified School District. It's not the oldest high school and it's not the newest. But it's certainly carved out a niche for itself in this … [Read more...] about Community: Buchanan High School’s Mama Bear Ricci Ulrich