Peachtree Corner resident and Cuban immigrant Yanin Cortes shares her journey from struggling with English in her first year in an American elementary school to running for the Gwinnett County School Board. Endorsed by local leaders, she highlights system strengths and challenges. Yanin is a talented singer, entrepreneur, and mother of three who stresses the importance of community support, clear policies, and continuous improvement to address new challenges. Listen in to hear more about this candidate and the upcoming election. Hosted by Rico Figliolini

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Yanin’s Campaign Website: https://yanin.org/

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00:00:00 - Yanin Cortes Runs for Gwinnett County School Board
00:01:41 - From Immigrant to Aspiring Musician
00:03:55 - From Music to Family and Entrepreneurship
00:05:48 - From Educator to Entrepreneur: A Diverse Journey
00:08:09 - Pursuing a Passion for Education and Community
00:10:12 - Celebrating Gwinnett County's Diverse School System
00:14:36 - Navigating Discipline and Safety Challenges in Schools
00:17:22 - The Role of the School Board: Oversight and Support
00:20:10 - Balancing Community Input and Systemic Realities
00:22:51 - Implementing Policies: Complexities and Challenges
00:24:29 - Improving School Safety and Restoring Trust
00:28:48 - Navigating Diversity in School Systems
00:31:50 - The Joys of Family, Community, and Running a Restaurant
00:35:17 - Advocating for Community and Children in School Board
00:37:57 - Importance of Voting for School Board