Petition in support of AB 101

I support AB 101 (Alejo) which would require school districts to provide students with a statewide, approved A-G, ethnic studies curriculum.

California has one of the largest and most diverse student populations in the nation. Ethnic minorities account for over 71 percent of the student population, with more than 90 languages spoken in District schools.

Given California’s annual increase in diversity, it is especially important that students build knowledge of the various racial and ethnic groups in our state. Incorporating ethnic studies courses into standard high school curriculum is a means to accomplish this. In doing so, students gain an encompassed outlook on other cultures while learning respect and tolerance. Additionally, it provides students with the opportunity to learn about their respective culture in the context of California’s history.

Developing ethnic studies programs in public high schools is an integral part of cultivating a classroom environment that is accepting of diverse cultures. It is vital for young people to learn about their history, but also important for them to feel like they can change their communities in positive ways. This bill will help close the achievement gap by reducing student truancy, increasing student enrollment, reduce drop-out rates, and better prepare Californian youth to be college prepared and career ready.

Who's signing

Jennifer Lopez
Mary Rose Peralta
Sarah Cella
Magdaleno Thomas
Candace Thompson
Bianca Bruno
Carole Silverstein
Marilyn Davis
Terry higuera
daisy de la cruz
teresa valenzuel
Abraham Paredes
George Melendez
Michelle A Holling
Norma Arrieta
Melissa Chavira
1,057 signatures

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  • Jennifer Lopez
    signed 2015-03-24 09:25:50 -0700
  • Ricardo Barboza
    signed 2015-03-24 09:25:19 -0700
    We need ethnic studies now.
  • Mary Rose Peralta
    signed via 2015-03-24 08:16:40 -0700
  • Robert Trujillo
    signed 2015-03-24 08:13:51 -0700
  • Sarah Cella
    signed 2015-03-24 08:13:12 -0700
  • Magdaleno Thomas
    signed 2015-03-24 08:12:36 -0700
  • Candace Thompson
    signed via 2015-03-24 05:30:25 -0700
    Now, more than ever
  • Rosalina Idos
    posted about this on Facebook 2015-03-24 00:56:54 -0700
    Sign the petition: Petition in support of AB 101
  • Rosalina Idos
    signed via 2015-03-24 00:54:50 -0700
    This is a vital move that will benefit California. I have read research studies that support the rationale of this petition.
  • Bianca Bruno
    signed 2015-03-23 23:35:19 -0700
  • Carole Silverstein
    signed 2015-03-23 23:32:38 -0700
  • Marilyn Davis
    signed 2015-03-23 21:47:15 -0700
  • Sabrina Li
    signed 2015-03-23 20:31:14 -0700
    The colored minority is no longer so minor! Bring ethnic studies to our classrooms!
  • Terry higuera
    signed 2015-03-23 20:30:22 -0700
  • Atilio Alicio
    signed via 2015-03-23 19:02:53 -0700
  • Cirenio Rodriguez
    signed via 2015-03-23 17:36:47 -0700
    Lets get it approved.
  • daisy de la cruz
    signed 2015-03-23 16:32:34 -0700
  • Carole Caparros
    signed 2015-03-23 15:51:03 -0700
  • Mario Galvan
    signed 2015-03-23 14:17:56 -0700
    This is long overdue! Let’s get started!
  • Sloane Smith
    signed 2015-03-23 10:58:32 -0700
  • teresa valenzuel
    signed via 2015-03-23 10:55:03 -0700
  • america alaniz
    signed 2015-03-23 10:29:40 -0700
    Ethnic studies for youth to be empowered!
  • Abraham Paredes
    signed 2015-03-23 09:55:48 -0700
    I am an engineer, but would like to expand the choices people can have within the public education system.
  • Reyes Ortega
    signed 2015-03-23 09:51:30 -0700
  • Rhonda Rios Kravitz
    signed 2015-03-23 09:49:20 -0700
  • George Melendez
    signed 2015-03-23 09:43:21 -0700
  • Michelle A Holling
    signed via 2015-03-23 08:53:42 -0700
  • Norma Arrieta
    signed 2015-03-23 07:15:56 -0700
  • Melissa Chavira
    posted about this on Facebook 2015-03-23 07:05:12 -0700
    Sign the petition: Petition in support of AB 101
  • Melissa Chavira
    signed via 2015-03-23 07:04:35 -0700

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