“Maestras con Voz”: Bridging Gaps, Building Communities in North Carolina’s Public Schools
Introduction: In the diverse landscape of North Carolina’s public schools, fostering meaningful connections between educators and the families they serve is essential for student success. Recognizing the unique needs of Latine/Hispanic families, our innovative program, “Maestras con Voz,” takes center stage in empowering teachers to build strong community ties. Facilitated by two dedicated educators, Soledad […]
Empowering the Latine/Hispanic Community: Insights from Parent Researchers on Learning Differences
Introduction: In a groundbreaking initiative, four dedicated parents took the reins of research, delving into the unique needs of the Latine/Hispanic community concerning children with learning differences. This year-long journey culminated in a comprehensive final report presentation that shed light on essential insights and recommendations. The initiative not only empowered these four parent researchers but […]
Welcoming New Leadership to ISLA NC: A Strong Future Ahead
We are thrilled to announce a new chapter for ISLA (Immersion for Spanish Language Acquisition) as we welcome new leaders to guide our organization towards an even brighter future. With a strong focus on empowering Latine youth and their families, ISLA has been at the forefront of innovative heritage language immersion programs since our establishment in 2012. Today, we […]