BITS & PIECES (B&P) by Sancho Education Group

We are honoring the close of Native American History Month & Sparking the Beginning of the Holiday Season with Certified Clinical Herbalist Imani Damali!

Hear about pathways to natural health, alleviations for health challenges (such as ADHD, anxiety, skincare issues, and male + female reproductive organs ailments), and natural remedies used by some Native American tribes.

Imani Kisaye Damali is a clinical herbalist & founder of Sacred Waters Healing Circle, a wellness company created in 2020 dedicated to assisting community to find their path to healing through plant medicines.  Imani’s mother, Sala Damali, was the first to introduce & support her connection to & education of the world of plant medicines.  Imani was inspired to pursue this path by her family’s health needs under the guidance of her godmother Dr. ZaYn Muhammad. Through learning & sharing the ancient wisdom of plant medicines, Imani’s purpose is to serve, inspire & uplift her family & community. *Ms. Damali also participated in uplifting and preserving the advancement of Native Americans while working with the National Congress of American Indians.*

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Veteran’s Day in the United States commemorates the sacrifices and service of military members.

Sancho Education Group recognizes the men and women wiling to place the lives of others, known and unknown to them, above their own when or if called upon.

Listen to the short commemoration of named veterans sent by listeners.

**Error** We failed to include Sgt. Kira Smith as an active duty military member. Thank you for your dedication and service.

October is National Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM)

Our 1st Episode of 2023 and new offerings in a youth series, features a Youth Panel comprised of high school students, a college freshman, and parole and probation agent speaking about their experiences, requests to education leaders to make their schools safer, and tips to help students avoid becoming a part of the juvenile justice system.

Read more about the onset of National Youth Justice Action Month and the loss of the McClard family that led to it. This month focuses on improving juvenile detention practices and the laws that govern the sentencing and handling of youth in custody.

Youth movements across the country now include helping youth to avoid the perils of detention centers through community action. See the links below to learn more about some of the panelist’s comments.

"TOOT'S HOLIDAY (Year-End) SAGA"  [Part 2 - Episode 3/3]

"Extinguishing Fear"

A story about four, 8th grade students and unexpected teleportation and their last day of school, before the winter holiday!

Featuring the voices of:  Ana B. (Salutations), Bella B. (Tomaya), Jamie S. (Wanda), Jewel S. (Lily), Rayn Sancho (JC, Toot, The Voice), Ri'Cha ri Sancho (Baby, Bindu, Narrator), Zyla White (Principal States).

"TOOT'S HOLIDAY (Year-End) SAGA"  [Part 2 - Episode 2/3]

"The Swirling Vortex"

A story about four, 8th grade students and unexpected teleportation and their last day of school, before the winter holiday!

Featuring the voices of:  Ana B. (Salutations), Bella B. (Tomaya), Jamie S. (Wanda), Jewel S. (Lily), Rayn Sancho (JC, Toot, The Voice), Ri'Cha ri Sancho (Baby, Bindu, Narrator), Zyla White (Principal States).

"TOOT'S HOLIDAY (Year-End) SAGA"  [Part 2 - Episode 1/3]

"Backtracking"

A story about four, 8th grade students and unexpected teleportation and their last day of school, before the winter holiday!

Featuring the voices of:  Ana B. (Salutations), Bella B. (Tomaya), Jamie S. (Wanda), Jewel S. (Lily), Rayn Sancho (JC, Toot, The Voice), Ri'Cha ri Sancho (Baby, Bindu, Narrator), Zyla White (Principal States).

We are fortunate to have veterans among us who span far and wide across the globe. Veterans take responsibility for the lives of others when they enlist in the military. They put the safety of others before their own. This is their sworn duty before or if they ever reach a combat zone.

November 11th marks the United States’ celebration of veterans across the six branches of military service. Sancho Education Group and subsidiaries honor the sacrifice of veterans and their dedication to those outside of themselves.

“Thank you for your willingness to serve!”

Narrated by: B.R.S., Jamie S., Jewel S., and Dr. Ri’Cha ri Sancho

Narrated by: B.R.S.

Narrated by: B.R.S.

The "Triple 'P' Approach" copyrighted by Sancho Education Group is a quick process to recognize and dissuade unconscious bias from surfacing negatively, in a moment. It should be noted that bias can be positively or negatively situated, given the nature of a subject.  

Narrated by: B.R.S.

LSN KIDS (501c3) students participate in the Youth Build-A-Book Project (1) to build a book honoring the life of Cpl. Freddie Stowers!

In this spot, hear about the journey they have started and follow their progress.

Today is the start of Kwanzaa! Listen to learn more about this year-ending celebration and the principles that guide it!

Delivered by: B.R.S. High School Student & Ri’Cha ri Sancho, PhD

Mixed by LSN KIDS, High School Student B.R.S. & Sponsor spot by LSN KIDS Middle Schooler, Jamie S.

There are millions of children who are homeless in the United States (U.S.). 2020 marked the first year ethnic minority children became the majority of all children in the U.S. Listen to our featured LSN KIDS students Ana & Bella, as they provide details about the growing issue of homelessness and ways to help.

Delivered by: Siblings Ana & Bella, Florida Elementary Students

Mixed by LSN KIDS, High School Student B.R.S. & Sponsor spot by LSN KIDS Middle Schooler, Jamie S.

In the U.S., November is National Native American (Indigenous People) Month. This segment of Bits & Pieces reflects on the lost graves of Native American children and enslaved African Americans that have emerged as a new Call to Ancestral Peace. Learn about organizations who are working to ameliorate the past transgressions of those who prompted these actions to secure an informed future for new generations.

Delivered by Zjala Stephens, College Senior & Artist Extraordinaire

Mixed by LSN KIDS, High School Student B.R.S. & Sponsor spot by LSN KIDS Middle Schooler, Jamie S.

National Native American (Indigenous People) Month is celebrated in November in the United States. Although this month is far from the only time in which we should recognize the contributions of Native American or Indigenous individuals, it is one in which this nation asks for those who otherwise bypass recognition to do so.
Listen to this segment to hear population statistics and resources to learn more about ways to become involved with activities, movements, and service to Native American students and communities.

Delivered by: Ri’Cha ri Sancho, PhD, Education (Specializing in: Race, Equality, & Language) / Organizational Psychology & eCornell Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Program |Course Facilitator

Mixed by LSN KIDS, High School Student B.R.S. & Sponsor spot by LSN KIDS Middle Schooler, Jamie S.

Do you find yourself in verbal debacles with your co-workers? Are you a leader in your workplace? Have you thought of ceasing to use negative words?

Sometimes, using negative words can impact the delivery of a well-intended message. Listen to learn more.

Delivered by: Ri’Cha ri Sancho, PhD, Education (Specializing in: Race, Equality, & Language) / Organizational Psychology & eCornell Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Program, Course Facilitator

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we take a look at the pervasive growth of covid19 in the Latinx community – exploring locations, impact on kids, and info bits about people held in detention centers.

World Mental Health Day is October 10, 2021 this year.

Join us in recognizing this day for those who have challenges and those who are living or working with individuals who may have been diagnosed with mental health challenges.

Part four (4) of this 4-part, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion segment explains the meaning of Inclusion, how it differs from Diversity, and provides an example of each + a practical strategy for increasing inclusion efforts in workplace and education settings.

Ri’Cha ri Sancho, PhD, Education (Specializing in: Race, Equality, & Language) & Organizational Psychology | eCornell Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Program Course Facilitator (Cornell University)

Part three (3) of this 4-part, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) segment explains the meaning of Equity, how it differs from Equality, and examples in workplace and education settings.