Carter student union unveils a new look at the onset of the school year. Due to concerns over the use of the common area, the administration, changes were made to the union. Claudia Gomez-Perez, principal, said the idea behind the shared space was for students to have access to a study area and collaborative workspace; however, space was used differently.
“We had students that were leaving trash. Who were moving tables around,” said Gomez, “students not respecting their surroundings.”
“While I was flying over to America from the Philippines, I was discombobulated. At some point, I wanted to go back home, but I thought of all the sacrifices that led me to where I stand. I just closed my weary eyes and prayed for the best of what’s waiting for me in the ‘Land of Milk and Honey,'” said Bangsalud.
Fel Bangsalud shares her story about her professional achievement and the transition from her Philippine to American citizenship. Bangsalud serves as Jimmy Carter Early College High School’s Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) teacher.
“AVID is a class that helps to close the achievement gap by preparing students for college readiness and be successful in society,” she said.
Bangsalud arrived in the United States in August 2002, hoping to become more professionally accomplished and earn more money. However, it took a lot of relinquishing from her part to successfully come to America.
“It was an extensive wait for the processing of papers, and it was also expensive. My mother had to lend me her retirement money, which I would later pay once I was stable, and my husband had to sell one of his properties,” she stated. “My family was not with me for nine months since they had to wait for their visas. It was burdensome, but the challenging part was leaving my young children behind.”
Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s (HHF) 2019 Youth Awards educational grants program is now accepting applications.
“Opportunity that is open to undocumented students in the U.S.” — $10,0000
#RedWolves remember – Today, let us take a moment to reflect on the actions of our fellow citizens.
#RedWolves are #Honest and #Trustworthy
Yaqui Animal Rescue needs your help. Lend a paw at their annual WoofStock event. Sign-up with Mr. Silva in E-115 Date: Saturday, Sep. 07 Address: Allysa’s Acres 1711 E Mile 2 Rd Mission, TX Arrive: 3 pm
Carter staff thank you for preparing our Leaders of Excellence.
