Our clients.
Organizations across the Bay Area that trust Zymbolic for transformative SEL programming.
Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) oversees 87 schools and serves 36,154 students.
It’s been an honor to collaborate with OUSD’s Office of Equity and the African American Male Achievement Program (AAMA) to design and facilitate a Professional Learning Series for educators on Transformative SEL. We surveyed educators on their most pressing needs and helped them clarify shared language, practices and specific examples for when and how to implement SEL.
We interviewed young boys and men of color from Oakland public schools about their experience as students and what they want to see change. We implemented their feedback into our training series.
We also worked with students and educators on the ground floor in OUSD school sites, including Oakland Technical High School, the largest secondary school in the district.
“We’re proud to share our program in the very environment that inspired and birthed it.” — Cruz Jauregui
What partners are saying.
“I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Myles and José of Zymbolic for 3 years. It has been a complete pleasure to have them in my classroom, interacting with my students. They provide a support system and safe space for students to express themselves through the use of emotional intelligence. I appreciate that the Zymbolic team provides a platform of deep thought, support, and collective interaction. The students lives they touch will forever be enriched. Thank you, Myles and José!”
“I didn’t know what to expect but was extremely impressed with the presentation in my classes. The team was engaging, honest and immediately built rapport with the students. The web of relationships presentation gave the students something to think about that they can use now and in their futures. I was impressed by their professionalism and attention to detail. I would highly recommend this program to schools and places of business.”
“[Zymbolic] came up with creative ideas in order to have the students open up and share their experiences through effective communication. I was very pleased with their curriculum and how [it related] to my 6th grade students. I noticed a huge difference in my students communication skills from the beginning to the end. It was really an enjoyable experience.”
“Their unique program sets the stage for individuals to grow personally and professionally via the evolution and advancement of interpersonal communication skills. Myles and José are exceptionally adept at highlighting the need for making human connections and building what they refer to as the ‘web of relationships’. Participants quickly come to the understanding that the individuals’ needs and experiences are valued. Through the implementation of restorative practices, all stakeholders learn how to navigate personal challenges.”
“Knowing these two guys has been a wonderful experience!!! Zymbolic has been there for youth countless and countless of times, they’re the best support system someone could ask for. The Zymbolic team has helped me with assignments, and even just words of motivation from them have helped me push through hard times. Zymbolic sets youth up for success, and helps youth reach said success and helps the weight of the world feel a bit lighter. Would definitely recommend Zymbolic anytime!!!”
