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LatinxEd invites you to attend our annual Latine Education Summit on Thursday, September 12th – Friday, September 13th at the Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC! Summit guests, don’t forget to reserve your hotel room at our discount group rate and register to join our Pre-Summit Mixer on the evening of Wednesday, September 11th.
The Latine Education Summit is a statewide gathering of Latine leaders and education champions committed to advancing Latine success. This annual convening celebrates those who are mobilizing resources and cultivating a thriving Latine education landscape. Our goal is to amplify actionable strategies and jointly address the barriers faced by North Carolina’s Latine learners and leaders.
Over this two-day Summit, participants will learn about the state of Latine education in North Carolina and gain invaluable networking opportunities. They will take home insights and practical steps from statewide leaders to transform learning environments and educational experiences. Our vision is to co-design local and statewide programs and policies inclusive of Latine youth and immigrant families.
This year’s Summit theme serves as a timely call to action–“Aquí y Ahora” (Here and Now). As we navigate change, especially amidst an election season, we must come together, recharge, and take concrete steps toward a brighter future. We hope you’ll join us for meaningful dialogue, data, and discovery to shape the future of Latine education equity!
+ To listen, learn, and build community with fellow educators and leaders invested in the future of the Latine community and our state.
+ To explore actionable steps for programs and policies intended to advance educational equity that includes the needs of Latine children and families.
+ To collectively activate toward a new vision of what educational opportunity and mobility can look like for Latine students, immigrant families, and multilingual learners.
+ To recognize and celebrate the education champions who amplify college access and advance Latine student and family success across North Carolina.
We hope to spark collaboration among Latine leaders and allies! We believe the following groups of leaders will gain valuable knowledge and community at our Summit.
Latine education leaders: Individuals working in schools, community colleges, university outreach programs, and non-profit organizations dedicated to college access or addressing the postsecondary needs of our community.
School and district leaders: Educators, administrators, and decision-makers eager to contribute to and learn from conversations centering Latine families and educators.
Policymakers: Local and state policymakers with a desire to contribute to a discussion about the challenges and opportunities to advance Latine student success and career development.
Community stakeholders: Grassroots leaders, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and others who are invested in amplifying educational opportunities and furthering the success of Latine learners in their local community.
LatinxEd will share insights from our Nuestra Esperanza Issue Brief, a culmination of the impactful interviews conducted over the past year. We will discuss key themes uncovered through conversations with Latine and Latine-serving educators across North Carolina. Alongside statewide education leaders, we will reimagine a thriving, interconnected education ecosystem. Join us for thought-provoking panel discussions, skill-building workshops, community-building activities, and empowering speeches from our Semillas and Storytellers!
| Thursday, September 12th | |
| 8 AM: Check In | Registration + Breakfast + Networking Cafecitos |
| 9:30 AM: Welcome | Special Welcome from LatinxEd & Community Leaders |
| 10:00 AM: Main Stage Panel | The State of Latinx Education in NC |
| 11:00 AM: Main Stage Panel | Aquí y Ahora: Activating Latine Voices |
| 12:00 PM: Lunch | Lunch & Networking & Exhibitions |
| 1:30 PM: Lead & Learn Panels | Latine College Students’ Experiences: Learning Possible by Centering Students and Their Communities in the South |
| Diversifying Education Policy Leaders in North Carolina | |
| Color My World: Navigating the Browning of the American School System | |
| Cuéntame Tu Historia: Elevating Latino Voices through Storytelling (Spanish Session) | |
| 2:45 PM: Lead & Learn Panels | So Much Potential: DACA and Community-Engaged Advocacy |
| The Impact of ESL and Gifted Programs in Latinx Education | |
| Empowering Latine Families: Holistic Strategies for Postsecondary Success | |
| Train the East: Advancing the Latinx Population in the Workforce | |
| 4 PM: Closing Remarks | Closing Reflections with Participate Learning |
| 4:30 PM: Break | Wellness Break + Transition |
| 6 PM – 10 PM: La Fiesta (Fiesta Only Tickets Available) |
Buffet Dinner Reception |
| LatinxEd Leadership Awards Ceremony | |
| Photobooth & Mingling & Dancing | |
| Friday, September 13th | |
| 8 AM: Check-In | Registration + Breakfast + Networking Cafecitos |
| 9 AM: Main Stage | Fireside Chat with NC State Superintendent Candidates |
| 10:15 AM: Main Stage | From Dreams to Action with Dr. Roberto Montoya |
| 11 AM: Breakout Groups | Building the Blueprint Part I |
| 12 PM: Lunch | Lunch & Networking & Exhibitions |
| 2 PM: Main Stage | Building the Blueprint Part II |
| 3:30 PM – 4 PM: Closing | Closing Reflections + Thank You’s |
Latine College Students’ Experiences: Learning Possible by Centering Students and Their Communities in the South
Latine College Students’ Experiences: Learning Possible by Centering Students and Their Communities in the South
Latine College Students’ Experiences: Learning Possible by Centering Students and Their Communities in the South
Every year, this Summit is a labor of love! And it wouldn’t be possible without our incredible partners aka event sponsors. Thank you for your commitment and belief in our community and the power of bringing brilliant minds together. PS. If you or your organization are interested in sponsoring this Summit, it’s not too late!
ECOSISTEMA | ECOSYSTEM
Participate Learning
FLOR | FLOWER
Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research
Burroughs Wellcome Fund
Coastal Credit Union
RAICES | ROOTS
Forsyth Tech Community College
Lenoir Community College
NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
NCSU Master in Teaching Program
Western Carolina University
TIERRA | SOIL
Carolina Latinx Center
EdNC
UNC Greensboro
Why Attend Our Summit?
It’s clear that as the makeup of our schools and communities continues to change, the success of North Carolina depends on the success of Latine students and families.
Join us to listen, learn, and build community with fellow education champions invested in the future of the Latine community.
HOTEL
We have an exclusive group rate with the Marriott Winston-Salem, conveniently attached to the Benton Convention Center where our Summit will take place! This discount expires Wednesday, August 21st or once capacity is reached.
Deadline: Sunday, August 31, 2024
Support our event to unite education leaders and ignite collective action. Your contributions will help provide thirty scholarships for Latine educators and leaders to attend the Summit, dream, and build a bold vision for Latine educational equity.
If you have any questions about the Latine Education Summit, please sign up for a one-on-one conversation or contact me at summit@latinxed.org.
Notice an event name change?
Latine Education Summit is a language shift that we’re exploring internally at LatinxEd. As language is evolving quickly, we are curious if you have a preference regarding gender-neutral language. Share your feedback here!