Flora Russ: Teacher Who Believed in Every Student | Oakland News

Flora Russ, a beloved Berkeley educator who died at 86, transformed lives through unwavering belief in every student—her mantra: “everyone graduates.” From teaching with aluminum tabs to pioneering computer classes and leading cultural exchanges, she turned classrooms into launchpads for futures. Even after retiring, she tutored, connected communities, and found joy in puzzles at The Point. Her legacy? Thousands of graduates, including Victor Rios, proof that Flora’s mentorship changed lives forever. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/efb8d37da5ad6243