Since the original TLC (Transitional Learning Center) School for the homeless was founded in 1992, co-founder Sara Garfield has been an advocate for homeless children and a valuable partner with the San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) in providing a high-quality education and other services to some of San Joaquin County's most vulnerable students. As she retires from the day-to-day operations, the SJCOE would like to recognize Garfield for her years of service to the school, which will carry on the tradition of ensuring that students in transition will have the opportunities they need to thrive in school and prepare for their futures. Garfield will remain the director of the TLC Foundation, which will continue to provide support for the school though it will no longer employ members of its staff.
For more information, see the attached press release, below.