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Our Community's
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Introducing Amanecer!
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Cry, then get back up
All my life, I’ve been surrounded by strong women.
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I was rejected for being Black
Being rejected has been a common thread throughout my life. I’m different, I thought.
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Their sacrifice was worth it
I always knew I’d go to college one day. It was never a question of “if,” but “how.”
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Wishing you a happy holiday season
There’s no sacrifice I wouldn’t make for my family. It’s a lesson I learned from my mom.
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Mija can help you!
It’s like your family. Like a tío or a sister.
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They got to celebrate—after all
I knew it would be a treat to see the joy in the children’s eyes as we handed them gifts and holiday stockings.
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I flew halfway around the world to teach them.
I started teaching because of my passion for knowledge. And I stayed because of the joy and fulfillment of seeing my students excel.
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Message from Delma Herrera
I am writing to announce our recent change in leadership at CPLC.
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What would you give up for your family?
There’s no sacrifice I wouldn’t make for my family. It’s a lesson I learned from my mom.
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Remembering Our Children
It is with grace and reverence that we honor and remember our Uvalde children and teachers who were slain on May 24, 2022.