Sharyn

As founder of UBU I found my inspiration from my brother Tony who was a foster child, then adopted by my parents when he was five. After listening to his stories about the treatment he received while in the homes I began to think of what it was like for him as well as the thousands of other kids. I decided to start the school after Tony passed on in 2008. It is my tribute to him and all that he did for me. Of all the things I've done in my life, this is the one thing that truly makes me feel like I'm finally on the right path.

Visiting Belize

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It’s my first day in Belize. Well actually I arrived yesterday  but I slept most of the daylight hours away to catch up from having slept about 12 hours in the four previous days prior to leaving the Bay Area. I either need to travel more so it’s not so challenging to get out of … Read more

Star Wars

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Since the inception of the school concept I have been saying I want the curriculum to look like a Star Wars movie. I know when the kids are taught by multi media they will retain the information longer and understand it better. I was very tired one Thursday afternoon, I often will work until midnight … Read more