We proudly present this year’s outstanding honorees!
Maritza Acosta-Gay, Community Advocate Award, Department of Children and Families Sandra Cruz-Serrano, Outstanding Educational Leader Award, Capitol Regional Education Council (CREC) Esmeralda Figueroa, Exceptional Principal Award, Hartford Public Schools Marlene Ho-Yen, Outstanding Parent Advocate Award, Extended Learning Program Manager, Danbury Public Schools Dr. Jason Irizarry, Equity Champion Award, Dean of UCONN NEAG School of Education Carmen Pagán, Exceptional Teacher Award, Norwich Public Schools Fran Rabinowitz, Policy Advocate Award, Executive Director for Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents (CAPSS)
Mission Our mission is to foster quality and equitable public education to Latino Connecticut students as we seek to inspire, cultivate, develop, and support Hispanic/Latino educational leaders and talent. Acting with urgency, we are committed to supporting the professional growth of Hispanic/Latino talent through professional learning and networking opportunities.
Vision Committed to Achieve Latino Advancement & Supports
Goals Promote and enhance collaboration among all stakeholders who support quality and equitable education for ALL students Provide networking opportunities for educators within the organization. Share effective educational practices for educating Latino students successfully in a global economy. Develop pathways to increase leadership capacity among diverse educators and students. Work cooperatively with other local, state and national administrative organizations to promote and advocate for quality public education.