CON GANAS WE CAN
ABOUT THE BLOG
Con Ganas We Can is a blog dedicated to amplifying the Latino voice in the education sector. The purpose of this blog is to bring attention to the work of Latino leaders at forefront of education issues.
We know Latino leaders are making significant contributions across the education sector, yet their voices are not always included in dialogue about education. Con Ganas We Can is a collection of insights and stories that spotlights a diverse group of Latino leaders working in schools, districts and other education organizations. This blog includes viewpoints on Latino leadership in education and highlights the work of Latino leaders collectively pursuing a more equitable education for students across the country. By following this blog, you can expect to learn more about inpiring leaders in the Latinos for Education network and how their backgrounds and experiences inform their leadership and amplify their impact.
Our blog is titled Con Ganas We Can – the expression “con ganas” means to act with passion and conviction. This phrase fuels our work at Latinos for Education because we believe that Latino students and families deserve advocates who work wholeheartedly alongside them. Working “con ganas” is an organizational value at Latinos for Education – underscoring all our efforts.
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“Is My Mom Gonna Get Deported?”: A Teacher’s Reality in Post-Election America
“Is My Mom Gonna Get Deported?”: A Teacher’s Reality in Post-Election America By: Sofia Gonzalez, Latinx Teachers Fellowship Alum Just days after last year’s election, many school buildings
Representation Matters: Mentorship as a Bridge to Belonging
Representation Matters: Mentorship as a Bridge to Belonging By: Jessica Tellez, Aspiring Latino Leaders Fellowship Alum Growing up on the border in El Paso, Texas, my education was
Appreciation with Identity: Honoring the Teachers Who Help Students Thrive by Being Themselves
Appreciation with Identity: Honoring the Teachers Who Help Students Thrive by Being Themselves By: Charly Schwartz, Managing Director of People, Culture, and Operations Every year during Teacher Appreciation
Turning Passion into Action: How I Found My Purpose in Working with Families
Turning Passion into Action: How I Found My Purpose in Working with Families By: Julielys Ortiz-Leger, Manager of Regional Programs in Massachusetts Reflecting on my career journey,
5 Extraordinary Mujeres Who Paved the Way for Education
5 Extraordinary Mujeres Who Paved the Way for Education By: Edith Suárez Torres, Aspiring Latino Leaders Fellowship Alum It was in my 4th-grade classroom where I first realized
From the Classroom to Nonprofit Work: How My Journey in Education Brought me to Latinos for Education
From the Classroom to Nonprofit Work: How My Journey in Education Brought me to Latinos for Education By: Jeremy Rodriguez, Manager of Development Operations When I think about
Black History Month: Honoring the Past, Acting in the Present
Black History Month: Honoring the Past, Acting in the Present By: Manny Cruz, Senior Policy Fellow Over 30 state legislatures across our country have introduced bills to limit our
Empowering Multilingual Learners by Celebrating Diversity and Building Inclusive Classrooms
Empowering Multilingual Learners by Celebrating Diversity and Building Inclusive Classrooms By Miriam Ebsworth and Erica Romero Did you know that nearly 12 million students in our public schools
Fostering Educator Diversity: The Essential Role of Higher Education Institutions
Fostering Educator Diversity: The Essential Role of Higher Education Institutions By: Erica Romero A concerning gap between the demographic makeup of students and that of their educators exists
Fairness in Focus: Unpacking the Impact of Assessments and Accountability on Latino Educators and Students
Fairness in Focus: Unpacking the Impact of Assessments and Accountability on Latino Educators and Students By: Erica Romero Most individuals and government entities agree that you cannot improve
Latinos for Education research and focus groups lead to recommendations for creating the New Teacher Workforce
Latinos for Education research and focus groups lead to recommendations for creating the New Teacher Workforce By: Erica Romero Research consistently shows that all students do better when they
In Honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Let’s Lighten the Burden that Latino Educators Face
In Honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Let’s Lighten the Burden that Latino Educators Face By: Sofia Gonzalez, Latinx Teachers Fellowship Alum To be an educator is growing increasingly
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