Capstones/Theses from 2019
Developing School-Age Students' Tolerance and Knowledge of Gender Stereotypes, Kyana Morris
Applying Parental Involvement in Early Literacy, Luis Moya
Increasing Awareness of Mandated Reporting and Child Abuse, Madison Mulcahyzelenski
Impacts of Growing Technology on Students' Reading and Writing Skills, Jacquelyn Ogborn Corpuz
Increasing Awareness of the Negative Health Risks for Family Caregivers of Chronically Ill Elders, Pamela Oliva-Camacho
Eye to Eye: Increasing Parent Involvement Through Collaboration and Adaptation, Liliana Orozco-Lemus and Kara Gearring
How has Standardized Testing Affected Low-income Communities?, Melody Orozco
Effects of Music Education on the Academic Achievement of Elementary School Students, Doreen Pacini
Effects of U.S. English Only Language Instruction on Elementary Latino Students, Juana Palma
Increasing Mixteco and Triqui Parental Involvement in their Children's Education, Zuleima Pantoja
Teaching Empathy, Sarah Parenteau
Communication and Conflict Management in Romantic Relationships, Jordan Pastrone
Escapando las Trampas: Teacher Preparation for Mexicanas, Larissa Perez
Effects of Bilingual Education Programs on Elementary Latino English Language Learners, Linda Pinon Gutierrez
Teaching in a Digital Age: Internet Safety Education, Christina Putnam
Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Adolescents With Cancer and Teen Cancer Survivors, Daniela Ramirez-Ibarra
Go, Go, Go, How About Hello?: Building Teacher-Student Relationships within Departmentalized Elementary Schools, Jael Ramirez
Educating Children on the Benefits of Physical Activity, Nancy Recinos
Role of Culture in Cultivating a Sense of Self with Responsibility Towards the Community, Jonathan T. Reyes-Carranza
Motivating Students with Learning Disabilities to Succeed in Education, Ana Reyes-Ortiz
Implementing Social Activism into an Elementary Classroom, Chelsea Riotutar
Benefits of Integrating Physical Activities into the Elementary Classroom, Maritza Juliet Ruelas
Educating Second Graders about Food Marketing Tactics, Arlene Sanchez
Inclusion and Racial Diversity Curriculum in Preschools, Vanessa Sanchez
Increasing College Students’ Awareness on Mindset Practices while Teaching, Alejandra Sandoval
Promoting Social-Emotional Development in Transitional Kindergarten, Alvin Santiago
Implementing Homeless Youth Professional Development Workshops in Salinas, Mikayla Spooner
Waldorf-Inspired Yoga in the Classroom, Brooke Street
Challenges Faced by Female Mexican Pre-Service Teachers in Balancing Their Career and Motherhood, Guadalupe Tapia
Effects of After School Programs on Elementary Students, Nubia Teran
Inclusion in Physical education, Taylor Thompson-Hall
Benefits of Increasing Unstructured Recess Time for Elementary School Students, Alesia l. Tuiolosega
Benefits of Culturally Relevant Literature on Latino Students, Adriana Valdez
Teaching College Foster Youth How to Use Mindfulness to Cope with Stress, Jiovana Xasel Vallejan Lugo
Increasing Parent Involvement in Kindergarten Readiness, Dalila Velasquez
Increasing Parents' Knowledge of a Healthy Lifestyle for Children with Down Syndrome, Celeste Villagrana
Impact of Teacher Support for Elementary English Language Learners, Angelica Villegas
Multicultural Education Implemented in Elementary Schools, Angelica Villegas
Fostering Social-Emotional Competence In Preschoolers, Celina Waddy
Suicide Prevention Efforts in High Schools, Ariana Whitmer
Bullying: The effects in relation to third-grade elementary students, Shelby Wilson
Capstones/Theses from 2018
The Importance and New Interpretation of Physical Education in the Elementary School Setting: Health and Wellness Education, Kimberly Ackley
Forming a New Reality Through Art, Lorena Alvarez
How A Humanizing Pedagogy Effects the Social/Emotional Needs of Students with ADHD, Wendy Baker
Improving Media Literacy among Ninth Grade AVID Students, Sierra Byrd
Children's Mental Health: Reimagining Teacher Preparation, Karolina Camacho
Moral Commitment and Ethical Action In the Classroom: Integrating Morality, Ethics, and Values into Curriculum, Joseph Castillo
Spreading the Wealth: Understanding Inadequate Housing and Family Resource Centers, Danielle Cervantes
Ready, Set, Involved: The Power of Parents, Maria Chavez
Effects of Standardized Tests on English Language Learners at the Elementary School Level, Stephanie Chavez
Benefits of Implementing Physical Activity in the Elementary School Classroom, K C
Promoting Critical Thinking Through Technology in the Classroom, Jenna Coveney
Importance of Digital Devices in a School in the Monterey County, Ivan Cruz Aguilar
Ready Set Involved: The Power of Parents, Abigail Cuevas
The Importance and Challenges of Self-Reflecting on Identity and Privilege for White Pre-Service Teachers, Carlie Dawson
Prevention of Germs Spreading Amongst Preschoolers, Maria Christina DeLima
Let’s Talk About It: Special Education Communication Barriers with General Education Teachers, Edith Diaz
Homework Without Barriers, Hailey Edwards
Benefits of Instructional Models for Teaching Elementary English Language Learners, Alanna Elder
A Recipe for Success: Libros del Corazon, Cultura, y Las Comadres, Sandra Figueroa
The Effectiveness of Therapy in the Public School System, Analuisa Flores
The Lack of Nutrition Education among Student Athletes, Julia Garcia
Increasing Preschoolers' Understanding of Healthy and Unhealthy Foods, Vanessa Garcia
Let’s Talk About It: Special Education Communication Barriers with General Education Teachers, Claire Going, Edith Diaz, and Clarissa Carrillo
The Importance of Introducing Growth Mindset to Childcare Professionals, Jenn Hall
Move It or Lose It, Andrew Johnson
Expanding Kindergarten Students’ Understanding of Family Types, Kaitlyn Kroneman
Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable: Developing Students' Interpersonal Skills, Mariah Lambert
Creating Healthy Calming Strategies for Young Children, Taylor McWhorter
Mental Health Matters: Promoting Social and Emotional Learning, Shannen A. Menor
The Domino Effect of Challenging Behaviors, Stephanie Montezuma
Life Through Different Lenses, Teresa Morales
Buddies Matter: Student Helper Preparedness in a Reading Assistance Program, Rosa Munoz Villegas
Student-Teacher Rapport and its Impact on Students’ Sense of Fulfillment, Lisa Nathan
Empowering Hispanic English Language Learners For Academic Success, Tanya Navarro
Fostering the Concept of Autonomy in School-aged Children, Michelle Newcombe
Bringing Meaning Back: Adding Significance to Arts Curriculum, Arturo Ortiz
Effects of Las Comadres on Latino Parental Involvement, Karla Ortiz
The Role of Bilingual Education at the Elementary School Level, Maria Ortiz
GeNiUS: ScIe-NCe AcCeSS for UNde-RePReSeNTe-D UNiVErSiTY PArTiEs, Kaitlin Palmer
Teaching Nutrition Education to KinderPrep Students, Margarita Perez
Bullying Prevention Among Elementary School Students, Nancy Perez Zamora
Creating a Kind and Just World: The Power of Literature to Create Hope for Foster Youth, Heather Pezel
Behavior Management Interventions for Effective Classroom Management in Alternative Education, Ashton Plette
Teaching Disability Awareness to School-Aged Children, Victoria Polanco Ramirez
The Universal Language of Music: Why Music is Important in Education, Carron Prudhon
Equal Education for all: Myth of Reality? Creating Teachers Who Care, Maya Ramirez
Addressing the Lack of Awareness Regarding the Various Resources to Finance a College Education, Corin Rau
West Side Story: Success Within Special Education Through Arts Integration, Kelly Richardson
Effects of Mobile Technology on Students in the Classroom, Jose Rodriguez
The Effects of Media on Young Adults with Eating Disorders, Kelsey Sherry
Teaching Preschoolers About the Lifecycle of a Butterfly, Ashleen Singh
Prospects and Challenges of Education Facing Latino Students, Diana Lizbeth Soria
Developing Life Skills to Eliminate Negative Behaviors Among Foster Youth, Karen Swezey
Sex Education Among Latino Adolescents, Roxana Tapia
Career Exploration for At-Risk Youth, Diana A. Tinajero Pacheco
Highway to Hell: Redefining School Discipline to Unclog the School to Prison Pipeline for Latino Youth, Danika Torres
Teaching Gender Diversity in Preschool Classrooms, Nicole Marie Valhuerdi
Moving From the Streets to the Classroom: Understanding the Teacher's Role for Creating a Robust Education for Homeless Youth in the Classroom, Desiree Vargas
