Tag: United Way of San Diego County

  • City Heights Program Works to Get Kids to School On Time

    Video Credit: Brian Myers, Media Arts Center San Diego By Megan Burks Students and parents of Adams Elementary School in Normal Heights are huddled on the playground around Principal Sylvia McGrade for an early-morning assembly. “Good morning, Adams Elementary!” McGrade said. The kids shouted their greeting back in unison. They’re especially energetic despite the hour.…

  • City Heights Nonprofit Struggles to Connect With San Diego Businesses

    By Marissa Cabrera, Maureen Cavanaugh and Amita Sharma Listen to the full KPBS Midday Edition interview with Partnership for Children Executive Director Tad Parzen and United Way of San Diego County President Kevin Crawford. It’s been an uphill battle to get San Diego businesses engaged in a City Heights education initiative. In 2011, City Heights…