About CALAS
The Connecticut Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (CALAS) was founded in 2015 to advance Latino leadership and support equitable education. As an official state affiliate of the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS), CALAS is dedicated to fostering quality education for Latino students and developing Hispanic/Latino educational leaders.
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
Our Goals
Commitment to Growth & Advocacy
CALAS actively engages in policy discussions and advocacy efforts to advance Latino education. We support initiatives that enhance bilingual education, increase teacher and administrator diversity, and ensure culturally relevant curriculum development. Through strategic partnerships and collaboration, CALAS plays a vital role in shaping policies that impact Latino students and educators.
Professional Development & Mentorship
CALAS provides ongoing professional development, leadership training, and mentorship to Hispanic/Latino educators. By fostering career growth and supporting aspiring leaders, we strengthen the educational pipeline and empower future generations of Latino educators.
Through our unwavering commitment to advocacy, leadership development, and community collaboration, CALAS continues to drive meaningful change and equitable opportunities for Latino students and educators across Connecticut.
The Connecticut Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (CALAS) was founded in 2015 to advance Latino leadership and support equitable education. As an official state affiliate of the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS), CALAS is dedicated to fostering quality education for Latino students and developing Hispanic/Latino educational leaders.
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
Our 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.
Commitment to Growth & Advocacy
CALAS actively engages in policy discussions and advocacy efforts to advance Latino education. We support initiatives that enhance bilingual education, increase teacher and administrator diversity, and ensure culturally relevant curriculum development. Through strategic partnerships and collaboration, CALAS plays a vital role in shaping policies that impact Latino students and educators.
Professional Development & Mentorship
CALAS provides ongoing professional development, leadership training, and mentorship to Hispanic/Latino educators. By fostering career growth and supporting aspiring leaders, we strengthen the educational pipeline and empower future generations of Latino educators.
Through our unwavering commitment to advocacy, leadership development, and community collaboration, CALAS continues to drive meaningful change and equitable opportunities for Latino students and educators across Connecticut.
