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Working mom Grace Ortiz was unsure how to keep her daughter Isabel on track in school when the pandemic began. Fortunately, the family was offered the chance to participate in Y Learning Labs for Super Scholars, which helped Isabel to stay focused and succeed in school after the pandemic started in March 2020.

Join us in honoring Black History Month this February. The foremost purpose of Black History Month is to make all Americans aware of the struggle for freedom and equal opportunity. Talk with your kids about Black History Month using the following family friendly activities recommended by our Youth Development Team.

A ½ cup of sweet potatoes is an excellent source* of vitamin A and vitamin C. Vitamin A helps keep your vision good, fight infections, and keep your skin healthy. A ½ cup of sweet potatoes is also a good source** of fiber, vitamin B6 , and potassium.

As winter approaches, and the temperature drops, it can be hard to find the motivation and energy to workout outdoors. The California cold may not be arctic in nature, but in many cases, it can still be a deterrent to an outdoor workout.

But before you pack up your gym clothes for the winter, consider this – working out in cold weather can actually be more efficient and can deliver a better performance for you, helping you achieve your goals sooner.

Try this delicious recipe for you to make with your family. Please take a photo and share it with us by using #HealthY

Diwali is a popular festival of Hinduism celebrated between November 12th to November 16th with the main day on November 14th. Diwali is a “festival of lights” which celebrates the triumph of light over a dark and good over evil. The festival gets its name from the row (avail) of clay lamps (deepa) which are lit outside of households symbolizes “the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness.”