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November 24, 2009
Virginia’s Assistant Secretary of Education, Douglas Garcia, says the Department of Education will focus on improving Hispanic college attendance numbers.
November 23, 2009
At-risk Hispanic students get a hand up in after-school program at Bonnabel – Louisiana
November 21, 2009
Education Reform: Looking Past The Pom-Poms
November 20, 2009
Black, Hispanic Parents Say They Don’t Feel Welcome In Schools – Hartford, Connecticut
The Right to a Great Education – Advocating for Quality Education for All – By Alvaro Huerta
Guest Voz: First Latino President-elect of American Bar Association speaks out about civic education
November 19, 2009
Hispanic leaders in Texas on Wednesday assailed a draft social studies curriculum under consideration by the State Board of Education, saying it woefully ignores the role that Hispanics have played in shaping state and national history.
November 18, 2009
Young Latino Children Throughout Los Angeles County to Benefit from IBM Donation of Educational Computer Learning Centers
November 16, 2009
Contentnea-Savannah K-8 School officials have worked to make sure their school’s English as a Second Language (ESL) students’ needs are met. The school received 12 mini-laptops last month to help those students with their online ESL courses.- Kinston, North Carolina
Program helps Latino families bond over books – A literacy class in Los Osos teaches parents to develop reading routines with their kids while improving their own skills and English language abilities at the same time – California
November 13, 2009
Santa Barbara School Board Weighs In on Future of Cesar Chavez Charter School
ELL makes a difference – After working as a social worker for several years, Patti Kuenzie made the switch to teaching. Now, an English Language Learners teacher for the River Fall School District, Kuenzie said she’s is happier than she’s ever been and doesn’t look back.
Durham Latinos will likely have a better pipeline to President Obama after weighing in Thursday on how to improve education for Hispanic Americans. – Leading a ”community conversation” at El Centro Hispano on Main Street was Juan Sepulveda, executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans.
Ill. Board of Education Chair Ruiz, State Senator Lightford & State Representative
November 12, 2009
Fingernail Shaped Moons – a short narrative of what led me to become an educator by Jesse Tijerina
Juan Sepulveda of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans will be at El Centro Hispano center in Durham on Thursday to speak with residents and local leaders about the status of Hispanic education.
November 11, 2009
Residents tell how to improve Latino education opportunity – Yakima, WA
A new program is helping Latino families in Los Osos. The Latino Family Literacy Program is an eight week program. It’s the second time this year it’s been conducted through the San Luis Coastal Unified School District.
November 6, 2009
“English as a Second Language” in Alabama schools
LULAC leader says new Arlington school should be named for Cesar Chavez
November 5, 2009
Hispanic students face language barrier challenges in Maryland
ALMAS program provides Henry Sibley’s Latino students with bridge to a brighter future – Minnesota
November 4, 2009
Lehigh Valley public schools have experienced growth in population of Latino students over past decade – Pennsylvania
NLEI and NLU partner to meet Latino community’s specific educational needs – Illinois
November 2, 2009
For Tomorrow’s Latino Students: No Typewriter Ribbons Needed
October 30, 2009
Salinas Latinos target of educational TV show
SoMoCoCAT Offers Latino Farmworker Communities Free Digital Media Training – California
October 28, 2009
Immigrant Children Lost in Education Reform – interview with Ruby Takanishi, president and chief executive officer of Foundation for Child Development
October 17, 2009
The Howard County School System and an advocacy group that focuses on Hispanic student achievement plan to renew a partnership Friday with the hopes of lowering dropout rates and encouraging academic success. – Maryland
October 14, 2009
Educators and business supporters hope new child-sized, brightly colored work stations, computers and programs will help Hispanic students consider career fields of math, science and technology. – Tampa area
October 9, 2009
NCLR Supports Legislation to Strengthen Dual-Language Education for Low-Income Students
Disturbing Statistics about Latino Educational Attainment
October 7, 2009
Hispanic Education Coalition Applauds Choice of New Director of Head Start Early Childhood Education Program
The N.C. Society of Hispanic Professionals will host a conference Friday at Meredith College for professionals who work with Hispanic students. The Hispanic Achievement Conference will focus on helping students in English as a Second Language classes excel in school.
October 2, 2009
No Child Left Behind Regulations do not Go Far Enough to Improve Education For Latino Students, Says NCLR
Sarita E. Brown, president of Excelencia in Education, a District-based nonprofit that analyzes data and advocates policies that support academic achievement by Latino students, won one of three McGraw Prizes in Education, an annual award that recognizes educational leaders and which includes a $25,000 prize.
October 1, 2009
Estudiantes venezolanos levantan huelga de hambre y convocan manifestación
Latin jazz artist Nestor Torres to mentor Martin County students
September 28, 2009
ACLU investigating whether Hispanic students were singled out for poor test scores – Texas
NASA encourages Hispanic students to look at science, technology careers during conference
September 21, 2009
Quinceanera class readies girls for Catholic coming of age in Kalamazoo, MI
The Hispanic Employment Program, in conjunction with the Hispanic Heritage Club, is presenting a four-part educational workshop series in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month – Langley Air Force Base, Virginia
September 18, 2009
Hispanic Parents Protest Racial ID of Kids in Georgia
September 15, 2009
Voces de la Frontera, a Latino and immigrant worker rights group, opposes the proposed mayoral takeover of Milwaukee Public Schools, executive director Christine Neumann-Ortiz said Monday
September 14, 2009
Test Scores Show Positive Trend For Hispanic Students – A new review of standardized test scores in Oregon
September 3, 2009
Juan Sepulveda, executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans, is hosting two meetings on Wednesday at Pima Community College’s downtown campus – Tucson, Arizona
White House education aide Juan Sepulveda talks at LaGuardia CC – NYC
Stockton Superintendent’s efforts to keep drop-outs in school has more resistance from adults than kids
August 31, 2009
MTV TR3S TAKES AN IN DEPTH LOOK INSIDE THE HIGH SCHOOL DROPOUT CRISIS WITH THE PREMIERE OF YEARBOOK CHRONICLES ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 AT 2PM EST
August 27, 2009
A record percentage of minority students in the U.S. high school class of 2009 took standardized SAT tests, as more Hispanics sought college entry.
MEDIA ADVISORY: White House Community Forum on Hispanic Education at Bunker Hill Community College, Friday, August 28, 2009
Whittier Hispanic Outreach Taskforce helping kids get ready for school
Health care, immigration, energy and other issues were among the topics of discussion as U.S. Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb., met on Friday with members of the Grand Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Foreigners flock to learn English in new center – Victorville, CA
August 26, 2009
Charter school finds welcome mat in Denver – Cesar Chavez Academy
August 25, 2009
Planned charter school seeks to address Hispanic dropouts – Las Cruces, New Mexico
August 24, 2009
Hispanic students in focus – In Fresno visit, Obama aide Juan Sepúlveda aims to boost success.
August 21, 2009
Nationwide, 1.48 million 2009 high school graduates took the ACT’s college entrance exam. Hispanic test-takers have increased 60 percent in the last five years
Denver Latino groups launch campaign for schools
August 18, 2009
Obama reforms will aid Hispanic students – White House education leader Juan Sepúlveda speaks optimistically of cash infusion, changes coming to public education.
Fundacion Azteca America Launches Multimedia Education Campaign ‘Educacion: Es Tu Futuro!’
August 17, 2009
Part of President Barack Obama’s education team is traveling through California this week to talk about which reforms are needed to help Latino students. The first stop was in San Diego on Sunday at San Diego Mesa College. – Juan Sepulveda
August 16, 2009
Guatemala: Educational Portal for K’iche’ Community
August 13, 2009
Santa Ana College Hosts Open Forum with the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans on August 17
August 11, 2009
Hispanic National Association of Evangelicals Identifies Seven Priorities for America’s Fastest Growing Religious Demographic
August 6, 2009
Chile Starts Early – President Bachelet leads the way in pushing the advantages of preschool.
August 5, 2009
A group of Topekans are ready to launch a program to encourage Latino high school students to not only earn their diplomas but also get college degrees and take on leadership roles in their community.
August 3, 2009
KC-area Latinos air concerns about education in forum with White House adviser Juan Sepulveda
July 20, 2009
No go for local bilingual charter school in Austin – Supporters say approval process is tough, haven’t given up on the program
July 16, 2009
Hats off to Denver’s Pam Fochtman and her audiobook company, Lorito Books, which packages Spanish and bilingual children’s books with audiobooks so kids can follow along in either language.
June 29, 2009
More than 70 top-performing Latino students from Lake County high schools participated in a recent regional debate. The students traveled from eight county high schools to debate issues like immigration during the Great Lakes Great Debate at DePauw University
About 5,500 churches affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas are being invited to partner with the denomination to offer online GED programs for free
June 25, 2009
Nine 2009 Latino high school graduates were honored by State Farm Insurance along with the Latin-Anglo Alliance Foundation at State Farm’s annual banquet Wednesday night. – Grand Junction, Colorado
June 24, 2009
LA middle school students deprived of diplomas for 1 act of civil disobedience
June 19, 2009
Professor Charles Calleros recently led several students and staff from the College of Law in providing information, inspiration, and skill-building for about 50 high school students participating in the ASU Cesar Chavez Leadership Institute.
June 18, 2009
College Board Report Sheds Light on Why Writing Matters – Especially for Immigrant Students and Second-Language Learners
Dominican teen Laura Abreu-Jimenez finds success at Scranton High School
June 15, 2009
Latino test scores rise as South Bay schools tackle the achievement gap – San Jose area
June 8, 2009
A lawmaker on a new state task force to improve Hispanic education in Idaho says a 3-year plan should attempt to build on programs already in place and target other groups of students who struggle.
June 5, 2009
Empowerment through financial education for Latina women
June 4, 2009
California State Senator Gloria Romero’s Dropout Prevention Report Bill Passes Senate
June 2, 2009
Teatro Vision celebrates past and future at anniversary event – San Jose
May 26, 2009
Wilmer Valderrama Partners with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s Ready to Lead (R2L) College Readiness Program
May 7, 2009
Teacher’s Day in Puerto Rico is no longer a paid holiday for teachers. The Department of Education says some 43,000 teachers will work all commemorative days for the next two years, including the day that honors their profession.
April 27, 2009
A national trend: Black and Latino boys predominate in emotional support classes
April 2, 2009
Suburban schools see limited Hispanic integration
March 24, 2009
Immigrants fearful English classes could be cut – New York
March 11, 2009
In an address to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Obama issued a challenge to states to increase the quality of reading and math instruction to keep American students at pace with other countries.
Budweiser Supports Latino Higher Education Through $20,000 Donation to Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation
January 28, 2009
Education executive and preschool advocate Celia Ayala has been appointed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to the California Early Learning Quality Improvement System Advisory Committee.
Notre Dame teacher incorporates Zumba classes into PE program – Elementary School in Texas
January 23, 2009
Estudiantes de origen mexicano en Nueva York reciben atención insuficiente
January 21, 2009
Comunidades rechazan propuesta educativa – La consideran discrimina contra niños inmigrantes al reducir entrenamiento de los maestros de inglés
December 23, 2008
Con el respaldo de siete mil firmas de residentes, el activista hispano Angel Cordero cumplió hoy su séptimo día de protesta frente a la oficina de una senadora estatal a quien pide respaldar una ley de becas para alumnos de minorías. – New Jersey
Recap of English-Learning News in 2008 – My reporting has been heavy on serious news and light on innovations for teaching ELLs in the last year. In 2009, I hope that innovations will abound and that I’ll be able to draw your attention to them.
December 20, 2008
COURT DENIES TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY’S EFFORTS TO STALL STUDENTS’ RIGHTS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
December 18, 2008
Mixed Reviews: Black and Latino Advocates On Arne Duncan’s Record and Their Expectations – Obama’s pick for U.S. Secretary of Education
Joliet Latinos urged to apply for seats on District 86 school board – Community activists seeking to increase Latino influence on public bodies
December 15, 2008
Veteran Educator Wins Baby Abuelita National Song Contest – Maria de la Luz Huizar
December 12, 2008
Changes in Head Start Will Better Prepare Latino Children to Succeed in School
Testing gap in Puerto Rico stirs translation feud
Dynamic New Spanish Program From Glencoe Empowers Students to Achieve Written and Oral Proficiency
December 10, 2008
Iowa Educators Address College Success for Latinos
“It is time to act”—Education for Latino students – Minnesota
Latino Nursing Scholarship opens doors – New scholarship opportunity paves the way for aspiring nursing students – Park City, Utah
December 8, 2008
President of the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education Mónica García’s attempt to oust LAUSD’s Brewer: gaffe or gutsy?
Polémica se ha vuelto la iniciativa encabezada por el senador republicano de Jacksonville, Stephen Wise, que pretende reducir drásticamente el número de horas de entrenamiento para los profesores que imparten la enseñanza del inglés como segundo idioma (ESOL).
December 5, 2008
Schools become latest targets in violence-plagued Ciudad Juarez
December 2, 2008
Hispanic students and parents in the Fresno Unified School District have lost a long-time advocate on the board with the defeat of Manuel Núñez in the November election, some community members say.
November 23, 2008
Crece preocupación sobre formación de maestros de ESOL – Miami
November 19, 2008
Five New Cities Added to National Hispanic Family Literacy Program
Juárez Mayor Jose Reyes Ferriz on Tuesday announced a citywide security program for schools following widespread extortion threats against teacher
November 6, 2008
An out Latina lesbian has won a seat on San Francisco’s school board, ensuring the board will have an LGBT member after the departure of openly gay President Mark Sanchez, who left for an unsuccessful bid (as of press time) to join the city’s Board of Supervisors. Barbara “Bobbi” Lopez, 30
Palm Beach County’s 2008 Hispanic Teacher of the Year honored – Dolores Santiago
October 26, 2008
Florida can’t afford to cut ESOL training – The Florida Department of Education will hold a public meeting in Tallahassee on Monday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 4 PM on ESOL and Reading professional development requirements.
October 23, 2008
Dallas schools superintendent Michael Hinojosa said Wednesday that bilingual teachers were largely protected from recent layoffs because of the district’s student population.
The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute is looking to branch out past its current home of Washington, D.C., and the organization has set its sight on San Antonio as being one of the first places to look for student leaders.
October 20, 2008
Helping Young Minorities See They Can Be Doctors – New York
October 6, 2008
A conference focusing on Latino student achievement and challenges is expected to draw more than 600 educators, students and parents from across the state Monday. – Nebraska
Increase in Hispanic students at 3-year low – Greenville, South Carolina
October 2, 2008
ABCTE Partners With Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to Recruit More Teachers of Color for High-Need Florida Schools
September 29, 2008
It is not often middle school students can hear directly from a world leader. On Sept. 25, the students at Columbia Secondary School for Math, Science and Engineering (CSS) got their chance when Leonel Fernández, president of the Dominican Republic, came to visit.
September 27, 2008
The non-profit organization Parent Institute for Quality Education (PIQE) will recognize Dr. Alberto Ochoa at an event on Sunday, September 28, “for more than 30 years of advocacy, inspiration, encouragement, and motivation to the Latino community and San Diego State University.”
September 25, 2008
Education Experts, Hispanic Elected Officials Discuss Strengthening Educational Pipeline
Center for Hispanic Preschoolers Moving Into Larger Home- Wheaton, Maryland
September 22, 2008
Manos Amigas/Helping Hands Celebration Unites the Community to Honor Newly Literate Latino Adults
New Head-Start Facility Caters To Latinosin Chicago
September 17, 2008
High school sets high priority on Hispanic parents – Wheaton High School in Maryland
September 15, 2008
Latino group recruits students in northwest Pasadena – “Peace Ambassador” program this school year at John Muir High School and Washington Elementary School
September 12, 2008
Ventura County schools superintendent meets with LULAC – California
Puerto Rico Film Screening-Benefit For FMPR Puerto Rican Teachers
September 11, 2008
Proficiency rates rose dramatically for African-American and Hispanic students on the Prairie State Achievement Exams taken in April — a sign that a new system of supports for students may be working. – Illinois
September 9, 2008
School district offers Spanish immersion up to 7th grade – Bedford Heights Elementary – Dallas area
September 5, 2008
Finland could teach Latin America
Some Tropical Storm Fay victims are using their time at the Estero Community Center to learn. Most of the hundreds of people forced out of their Bonita Springs homes don’t speak much English, but now they’re trying to change that. – Florida
August 12, 2008
Raza studies deal with reality – Arizona
August 11, 2008
A conversation with Lourdes Torres – project coordinator with bilingual skills for Oklahoma’s GEAR UP, a program through the regents that is designed to help students succeed in undergraduate education through early intervention and scholarships.
Do Hispanics have a voice in North Forest? They are 30% of district’s students but aren’t part of board, administration – Houston
August 7, 2008
Hispanic Parents Taking Active Role in Their Kids’ Education
August 5, 2008
Adelante Mujeres receives education program grants – Hillsboro, Oregon
July 30, 2008
4 years later, Nueva Vision charter school looking for final approval from Sacramento County
July 29, 2008
In his message to the nation from the Congress of the Republic, Peru’s President Alan García Perez announced there would be one million more Peruvians that are literate by November this year.
July 24, 2008
Program allows immigrants to earn Mexican high school diplomas – at La Hermandad Hank Lacayo Youth and Family Center in Oxnard, a nonprofit organization that provides services to immigrants in Ventura County
Juntos Podemos helps with English literacy – Oregon
July 23, 2008
As families toil in fields, migrant children hit books in Rantoul – Illinois
Strong American Schools :: National Council of La Raza President and CEO Janet Murguia to Address Thousands of Journalists During UNITY Conference: Join the Movement to Fix Our Nation’s Failing Schools
July 21, 2008
City’s Hispanic students climb- Huntsville, Alabama
July 16, 2008
CAUSA: Oregon’s Anti-ESL Measure Debated
July 13, 2008
Former West Virginia Governor Bob Wise Addresses the National Council of La Raza on the Need for Education Reform
June 26, 2008
High school latino leaders descend on Washington State University
June 25, 2008
Hispanics lead dropout rates in Beaumont, Texas
June 18, 2008
Puerto Rican Student Selected for Prestigious NASA Academy – Lisha Roubert
June 17, 2008
Idaho summit at BSU to address Hispanic student scores
June 12, 2008
Primeros Pasos-First Steps hold first graduation ceremony in Georgetown – Delaware
June 11, 2008
Nationwide Teachers Strike Keeps Chile Teachers Protesting
June 10, 2008
Backgrounds play big role in new immigrants’ success in U.S. classrooms
College of Lake County expands program for Hispanic kids – Illinois
June 5, 2008
Middletown senior paves way for Hispanic students – John Cordero formed Latinos Unidos, which is dedicated to helping other Hispanic students succeed. – Ohio
Teacher who helped startcharter school honored – Juan Necochea
May 28, 2008
SEIU Urged: End Attacks Against Puerto Rico Teachers
May 27, 2008
Accused of ‘acting white’ – (two Latino highschoolers in Sedalia, Missouri)
New PTA aims to help Latino students – Hazleton, Pennsylvania
May 21, 2008
Racial Brawl — LA School District Blames Leadership
May 20, 2008
Spanish Immersion Program to begin for Mansfield kindergarten students – Ohio
May 14, 2008
Longtime community leader Orlando Isaza, of Northampton, was one of three named yesterday to a new governor’s board focused on youth. – Massachusetts
Rialto Unified holds Latino Male Youth Summit – California
May 12, 2008
S. Idaho school district investigating Mexican flag incident
May 8, 2008
Controversy over Minico student’s flag sparks silent protests at school, national discussion about racism – Idaho
Berkeley students protest ICE raids – California
May 7, 2008
Program Educates Immigrants By Computer – Arkansas
April 28, 2008
Literacy fair targets Detroit Latino community
April 24, 2008
Latino policy summit focuses on educational disparities in Maryland
April 21, 2008
The need for bilingual teachers in East Texas
April 14, 2008
National Council of La Raza To Testify Before Congress on the Importance of Financial Education and Wealth-Building in the Latino Community
April 9, 2008
Osceola changes give Hispanics better shot at winning seat on School Board – Florida
April 8, 2008
Crunch Time for Arizona’s English Learner Program Looms
April 7, 2008
GRIEGO: Future will be what kids make it
Hispanic Educational Summit in Raleigh
April 2, 2008
Miguel del Valle, Clerk of the City of Chicago, received National-Louis University’s (NLU) first annual Cesar E. Chavez Award for Service to the Latino Community for his work in helping Latinos overcome barriers to education.
Latino Ed Panel: Test Mania Doesn’t Help – Connecticut
March 31, 2008
New Education Program Builds Steps To Success For Kansas City’s Latino Youth – National Council of La Raza
March 24, 2008
‘You can do it’: Latino students urged to set a goal, achieve it – Hispanic Education Conference at Modesto Junior College
Latinos vie for school board, council seats in Irving – Texas
March 20, 2008
Mexican official to give St. Lucie Spanish-language textbooks
Hispanic demographics will impact education in Florida
March 17, 2008
Hispanic Students Plan Alernative Prom – Rogers, Arkansas
March 11, 2008
Mexican Embassy Teams Up with UNAM, Fundacion Azteca America and Grupo Salinas to Offer ESL Classrooms in the U.S.
March 9, 2008
Parents take English alongside their kids – Arkansas
February 28, 2008
Strike Deals Blow to Puerto Rico Schools
February 25, 2008
Civil Rights Groups to Congress: English Language Learners Being Left Behind
February 19, 2008
Club Despertar Brings Students to Swarthmore – Pennsylvania
February 18, 2008
Thousands of Puerto Rican teachers stage protest over wages, working conditions
February 13, 2008
President of the National Council of La Raza Highlights National Poll That Shows Improving Public Education Is Top Concern for Latino Voters
Latino parents decry state’s decision to scrap IMAGE exam – Chicago
February 11, 2008
Latino impact on education
February 5, 2008
Hispanic youth get challenged to ‘educate others’ at the fourth annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference at Oklahoma City University
January 31, 2008
An opportunity for Hispanics – Osceola County School Board – Florida
January 30, 2008
Latino students are getting lost in the education system – Rochester, New York
January 23, 2008
Latinos in Action Spreads Education for Hispanics – Utah
Latinos Seek Ways to Defuse School Violence – Lakeland, Florida
January 22, 2008
Grade school revamps as more Latino students arrive – Minnesota
Financial aid workshop aims at bilingual students – annual San Joaquin County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce workshop
December 13, 2007
Poll Shows Illinois Latinos Widely Support School Choice Programs
December 9, 2007
Schools adapt to growing Latino population – Tucson
Second Pennsylvania Summit on Educational Excellence for Latino Students Planned | Reuters
December 6, 2007
Schools react to rising Hispanic population – Mississippi
November 28, 2007
Hispanic College Fund Announces Partnership with Aguila Youth Leadership Institute
Kids Count reveals increase in Hispanic students – Rhode Island
November 19, 2007
Area Hispanics are crossing ‘bridge’ to success – Indianapolis
November 15, 2007
Latinos in Action: Program challenges way students think – Utah
November 14, 2007
Hispanic CREO’s Daily Grito: Wednesday Interview: Carlos Villagrana of Amigos Por Vida
November 12, 2007
English lessons offered to Spanish-speaking staff – University of Colorado
October 25, 2007
University of Kansas to provide information on college preparation to Latino high school students
October 23, 2007
Rev. Luis Cortes, Jr. Announces .003% Drop-Out Rate – Philadelphia
