Capstones/Theses from 2020
Pick Me Up: Covid-19 School Lunch Meals, Viviana Figueroa
Achieving Positive Mental Health and Academic Achievement for Students with Behavioral and Emotional Issues in Elementary School, Reynalda Fuentes
Increasing Knowledge of Lack of Physical Activity Within the Special Needs Community, Vanessa Garcia
The Importance of Physical Education to Students Health and Academics, Pedro Gil
Increasing First Generation Hispanic students awareness of going to College, Zusett Godinez
Vaping Among Adolescents, Carina Gomez
Implementing Growth Mindset In Migrant Students, Mayra Gonzalez Lopez
The Pros and Cons of Computer-Based Standardized Testing for Elementary Students, Sierra Gonzalez
Importance of Mental Health Awareness for Elementary School Students, Sarah Growitz
Preventing Germs Spreading in Preschool Children, Erika Hernandez
Surviving or Thriving? The Impact Community Collaborations Can Make During a Global Pandemic, Stephanie Hernandez
Benefits of Using Technology for Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Colbey Hill
Financial Literacy for Justice-Involved Women, Melisande Holingue
How Can Social Emotional Learning Be Improved During Distance Learning?, Morgan Horn
Subtractive Bilingualism: Encouraged by English-Only in Schools, Affecting First Language, Aurora Jimenez
Migrant Students Achieving California State Standards Through Migrant Educational Programs, Jasmine Jovel
Increasing Underclass Parent Awareness of Positive Parenting Techniques, Richard Juarez
Effects of Anxiety and Depression on Students' Learning, Kaitlyn Kane
Creative Teaching: How Vital is it to be Creative in Teaching?, Sommy Keo
Science in Early Childhood Education, Olivia Kocina
Increasing CSUMB Students' Awareness on How to Identify and Cope With Stress, Alida Lopez
Increasing Kindergarten Students' Emotion Regulation Skills, Jennifer Lopez
Increasing Bullying Awareness to Middle School Students, Karina Lopez
Improving Communication Strategies for Adults with an Intellectual Disability, Nancy Lugo
Got Health? Student Health Through Distance Learning, Micah Angela Malabag
Increasing Elementary School Student’s Anger Management Skills, Melinna Maldonado
Introducing Nutrition Education to Preschoolers, Maythe Manriquez
Early Childhood Science Exposure Acts as a Catalyst for the Grasping of Complex Scientific Concepts in Later Years, Maria Martinez
A Classroom Culture that Teaches to the Whole Student in a K-2nd Grade Classroom, Sean McCray
Bullying Prevention Among Elementary School Children, Yazmin Mendez
Finding Math Success District Wide: How Teaching Styles, Classroom Management, and a Positive Approach Can Help All Students, Melissa Meraz-Herrera
Enhancing Emotional Regulation in First Graders, Clarissa Miller
Improving Children's Education on Discrimination, Kila Miller
Increasing Nutrition Awareness Among Preschoolers, Keli Mulvey
Increasing High School Students’ Awareness of the Risks of Human Trafficking, Ruby A. Navarro
Redefining a Highly Qualified Teacher, Sabrina Ochoa
Effects of Block Scheduling vs Traditional Period Scheduling on the Academic Achievement of Middle School Students, Katelyn Olsen
Engaging English Language Learners Through the Use of Graphic Novels, Maribel Ortega
¿Qué es eso?“ Socio-Emotional Learning in ELL Households, Vanessa Ortiz
Teaching Emotion Regulation on Anger and Aggression with Preschoolers, Karina Pacheco
¿Que Dijo?: Improving Communication with Hispanic Parents, Daniela Panuco
Kindergarten Teachers’ Dilemma: Get Students Academically Ready or Allow for More Play?, Sandra Perez
Relationship Between Student's Well-Being and Academic Success, Lizet Quintanar
How Does Bullying Affect Females in School?, Itzel Ramirez
Fostering Science in a Preschool Setting, Patricia Ramirez
What is this feeling I am feeling?: Providing an LGBTQ+ Curriculum and School Environment, Joanna Rendon
Increasing College Students’ Awareness of Imposter Syndrome, Gabriela Reyes
The Benefits of Edible Education and The Importance of Nutrition for Students, Robyn Riberal
How Vaping Is Impacting One Rural High School and What Can Be Done, Dawn Richardson
Increasing Healthy Coping in At Risk Adolescents, Francisca F. Rios
Hygiene Skills for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities, Janet Roberts
Adults with Developmental Disabilities’ Personal Hygiene, Petra Rocha- Martinez
Benefits for Integrating Physical Activity Into the Classroom, Danielle Rodriguez
Effects of Culturally Appropriate Grade Level Literature for Elementary School Students, Lesly Rodriguez
Consequences of Student Mental Health Issues in Schools, Karla Roque-Franco
Effects of Communication Disorders on Children's Development, Brinley Rosenberger
Rescuing an Eradicated Subject: How one Elementary School is Using California State Funding and Resources for Visual Art, Riley K. Rosette
Increasing Kindness Among Kindergartners, Jenique Ruiz
Increasing Students Sucess Through Creative Learning, Betsy Sanchez
Increasing Japanese Elders' Awareness of Dementia, Yuki Shibata
Increasing Awareness of the Risks of Bullying and Cyberbullying Amongst Adolescent Girls, Gina Marie Silva
Expanding Kindergarteners’ Understanding of Family Structure Regarding Same-Sex Parents, Emilia Sique
When School Is Online, The Digital Divide Is Greater, Ruby Suarez
Enhancing communication skills in adolescents, Brooke Swan
Resources and Services for Parents with Children with Disabilities, Dora A. Trueba Plascencia
Increasing Nutrition And Healthy Eating Among Preschoolers, Hanyssa Usi
Increasing Spanish Speaking Latino Families’ Awareness of Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy, Melissa Adilene Valdes
Teaching Effective and Empathetic Communication Amongst Social Service Volunteers, Jillian Van Every
Raising Awareness on LGBTQ+ and Addiction, Carina Villasenor
Benefits of Two-Way Bilingual Immersion Program in Elementary School Students, Araceli Villegas
Increasing Foster Youth Stress Management Strategies, Griselda Wall
Cultivating Growth Mindset with Adolescents, Daisy D. Yang
Benefits of Visual Arts on Elementary School Students, John Yatsky
Capstones/Theses from 2019
Benefits of Implementing Environmental Education in Low-Income Elementary Schools, Teanna Ackerley
Bringing Music Back into the Classroom and Its Benefits on Elementary School Students, Laura Alcaraz
Teaching Emotions in Early Childhood, Rocio Anaya
Benefits of Play for the Social and Emotional Development of Children in Kindergarten, Chelsea Andrade
Project-Based Learning: Projects for Academic Excellence, Griselda Avila
The Importance of Physical Activity, Alexis Azevedo
Improving a Sense of Belonging in Elementary Schools, Jordan Bandong
No Habla Espanol: Are Monolingual Teachers Getting the Support They Need?, Selena Banuelos
Mindfulness and the Effectiveness in the Classroom, Alexandria Barrick
Mathematical Perceptions: Changing Mindsets in Elementary School Classrooms, Marissa M. Bartelt
Finding Identity Through Literature, Darren Bartholomew
Using Pop Culture to Improve Teacher-Student Relationships, Jacob Baxter
Increasing Awareness of Romantic Behaviors in Former Foster Youth, Kimberly Beardshear
Promoting Awareness of Postpartum Mood Disorders, Alexandra Beleche
No Habla Espanol: Are Monolingual Teachers Getting the Support They Need?, Cristina Benavides
A Drop of Golden Sun: Arts Integration in the Inclusive Classroom, Vicki M. Blaszczak
Negative Effects of Standardized Testing, Brianna Brown
Teaching High Schoolers About Colorism, Charenee LaChelle Brown
Supporting Art in Low-Income Education, Gina Buckley
Creating a Meaningful Experience: On Service Learning and Teacher Preparedness, Nhat-Dzu T. Bui and Telia M. Krown
Using Social-Emotional Learning to Help Behavioral Problems, Hannah Taylor Byrd
Agriculture Education In Elementary Schools, Samantha Irene Cairncross
Teaching Early Prevention of Substance Abuse, Maria G. Camacho
Helping Academic Struggling Elementary School Students Succeed, Dulce M. Carmona
How Teachers can Implement Awareness on Parental Incarceration in the Classroom, Allison Castellanos
Increasing Awareness of Homework Assistance Resources Among Elementary School Aged Children, Leslie Castillo