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MANA, A National Latina Organization and the White House Initiative Host Hispanic Education Conference in Detroit, MI

On September 23, the Detroit community will convene at the Detroit Public Schools Welcome Center for an education conference for Hispanic American families. full story



The White House Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

"This is the month we celebrate great contributions of Latinos to our country. It's a special month. It really echoes our diversity and the strength of our great democracy." full story



University of Texas at El Paso Hosts Sixth Partners in Hispanic Education Event for El Paso, TX and Las Cruces, NM Communities

The event's agenda, organized by MANA, A National Latina Organization, Girl Scouts of the USA and State Farm will bring together students, parents, superintendents, principals, teachers, policy makers and concerned community members to discuss ways to improve Latino student achievement and increase their enrollment in college. full story



Paige Renews Commitment to Hispanic Colleges and Universities

"We must open the door to postsecondary education for more Hispanic students and take steps to ensure that they have the skills, confidence and resources to complete their studies," Secretary Paige said.full story



University of New Mexico Hosts Fifth Partners in Hispanic Education Event

The conference will provide valuable information and resources to students and families on how to help their children succeed in schools and gain admission into college. The conference will take place at the University of New Mexico on March 19 & 20.full story



Hispanics Have Good Reason to Embrace No Child Left Behind

"Many parents make great sacrifices for their children, and Hispanic parents are no different. We want our children to obtain the American dream, and we know that their best chance for success depends on the education they receive. We must support our children in their educational endeavors and believe that they can be the teachers, doctors, lawyers and astronauts of tomorrow. With No Child Left Behind, there is a new mindset in America: Education is a civil right."full story



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The President and Mrs. Bush met with the Mendez siblings who, in 1943, were turned away from attending an Orange County, Calif. school.  Many believe that Mendez v. Westminster, cited in Brown v. Board, paved the way for the end of segregation for all of America. White House photo by Paul Morse

The President and Mrs. Bush met with the Mendez siblings who, in 1943, were turned away from attending an Orange County, Calif. school. Many believe that Mendez v. Westminster, cited in Brown v. Board, paved the way for the end of segregation for all of America. White House photo by Paul Morse


Ask the White House
Ask the White House  Online Discussion

Executive Director for the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans Adam Chavarria answers your questions.

Read the transcript

No Child Left Behind
No Child Left Behind  Overview

The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 is a landmark in education reform designed to improve student achievement and change the culture of America's schools.

Fact Sheet: Two Years of Accomplishment


Partners in Hispanic Education
 Historic Partnership

This historic collaboration brings together the WHI and some the nation's leading Hispanic organizations, corporate leaders and national private entities in the important mission to improve education for Hispanics in the United States.

El Paso, TX/Las Cruces, NM - Apr. 24, 2004
Albuquerque, NM - Mar. 19 & 20, 2004
Tucson, AZ - Mar. 5 & 6, 2004
The Bronx, NY - Feb. 6 & 7, 2004
Miami, FL - Dec. 5 & 6, 2003
San Diego, CA - Nov. 21 & 22, 2003


Commission Report
Commission Final Report  From Risk to Opportunity

Read the Commission's final report to President Bush addressing the educational needs of Hispanic Americans in the 21st Century.


Kid's Zone
Meet Pablo in the Kid's Zone  Meet Pablo

Visit Pablo the Eagle, the official mascot for the White House Initiative on Hispanic Education. Also, check out the kid's views section, read bedtime stories and learn all about the resources available at WhiteHousekids.gov.


White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans Ph: 202-401-1411 Fx: 202-401-8377 Email: WhiteHouse.HispanicEducation@ed.gov
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