Loyal to Supporting Education for Latine Students
Loyal to Supporting Education for Latine Students
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Our Mission
Our Mission
To create a safe space for Latine students in order to increase self efficacy and academic achievement in Durham Public Schools.
To create a safe space for Latine students in order to increase self efficacy and academic achievement in Durham Public Schools.
What is LEAL?
What is LEAL?
LEAL (pronounced LAY-AL) means loyal in Spanish and works to unite DPS staff, schools and community partners to provide Latina 6-12 students and families with knowledge, skills, and resources to support and increase Latine social emotional learning, academic achievement and encourage families to work together to support their Latine students through graduation and higher learning.
LEAL (pronounced LAY-AL) means loyal in Spanish and works to unite DPS staff, schools and community partners to provide Latina 6-12 students and families with knowledge, skills, and resources to support and increase Latine social emotional learning, academic achievement and encourage families to work together to support their Latine students through graduation and higher learning.
Objectives
Objectives
- Increase sense of belonging among Latine students and families in their schools and communities.
- Provide a safe space for Latine voices to express their ideas, dreams and concerns.
- Increase academic achievement of Latine students by working to improve self efficacy, study habits, grades, attendance and engagement in school activities.
- Support Latine students through high school graduation to pursue higher education, access funding for higher education and explore future career goals.
Meet the Founder of DPS Grupo LEAL
Meet the Founder of DPS Grupo LEAL
Multilingual Veteran Educational Leader| Certified Interpreter | Founder Grupo LEAL | LatinxEd Fellow | FLANC Executive Board
I am a veteran educator, multilingual leader, and equity-focused strategist dedicated to transforming schools and communities through inclusive leadership, purposeful collaboration, and data-informed decision-making.
Throughout my career, I have strengthened academic outcomes, expanded access, and built environments where every student and family feels seen, heard, and valued. My experience includes instructional leadership, community engagement, fundraising, grant development, and strategic planning. Every initiative I lead begins with relationships built on trust and a shared commitment to student success.
Fluent in Spanish and other languages, I excel at bridging cultural and linguistic divides to ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities. I have designed and implemented programs that elevate multilingual learners, promote mental and emotional well-being, and mobilize community partnerships to support academic and social growth.
My leadership integrates data analysis with culturally responsive practices to guide decisions, monitor progress, and sustain improvement. I approach every challenge with empathy, clarity, and vision, blending strategy with collaboration to create lasting impact.
Let’s connect if you share a passion for educational equity, leadership development, and building thriving, inclusive communities.
Location:
Location:
511 Cleveland Street
Durham, NC 27701
Phone:
Phone:
(919) 560-2000
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