On my very first day as an English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Spanish teacher in Kensington, I was nervous because I didn’t know what to expect. I don’t think some…
Voices
As a Spanish-speaking parent, it’s difficult to advocate for my children’s education
It’s difficult living in an English-speaking community when you do not speak English — especially as a parent. As the mother of 14- and nine-year-old daughters, I have struggled when I’ve gone…
How I pushed through Philly’s education system and learned to embrace my roots
*Editor’s note: The author works as a multimedia reporter for Kensington Voice. I was born and raised in Kensington, but my first language isn’t English. As someone who is half Puerto Rican…
Coming to terms with the absence of my father
It’s been about 15 years since my father has actually been in my life. You wouldn’t know that though if you were friends with him on Facebook because he wants those who…
Nikki was a good kid — he was misled because he had nobody to guide him
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A short voice of my life
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Ripped and torn is our flag
Editor: Siani Colón / Designer: Jillian Bauer-Reese / Translator: Kristine Aponte
My students push through negative stereotypes every day to ensure they receive their education
During the 2018-2019 school year, I had the opportunity to be the site director for 12PLUS At Kensington Health Sciences Academy. 12PLUS is a non-profit focusing on linking high school students in…
After reversing more than 100 overdoses, the trauma is starting to take a toll on me
As a citizen who has reversed more than 100 overdoses, every now and then I have a cry that is so uncontrollable, and painful, and deep, that I wonder if I will…
Remain calm, practice empathy, and be prepared: How McPherson security guard Sterling Davis responds to trauma
On April 17, husband, father, and security guard Sterling Davis talked with Claire Wolters, the Kensington Voice Voices editor, about his experience reversing overdoses as a security guard at McPherson Square Branch.…