We are in the wonderful season of graduations, a time when many dreams become reality for students and parents alike.
Our children have been accepted into the best high schools in New England, many with all expenses paid and hence in universities considered “Ivy Leagues” and the best colleges in the country have accepted them only based on their school grades.
We are proud to hear stories of so many of our local high school students going to college. They are the economic future of this region and serve as a model for a younger generation. Merrimack Valley is full of them!
Look at the numbers of Spanish-speaking students entering the various institutions after graduating from Methuen High, Lawrence High, Presentation of Mary, Central Catholic, Bellesini Academy, Esperanza Academy, Notre Dame High School, Phoenix Academy or charter schools such as Lawrence Family Development Charter School and Community Day Charter Public School.
Latinos believe in education! All we have to do is look at how Northern Essex Community College in Lawrence has grown. That Haverhill campus expansion has been a relief for this city allowing less affluent residents improve their education and livelihoods exponentially.
We are living in some exciting times. The fruits of education of our young people take root and they are an inspiration for everyone. A very positive phenomenon that is happening now is that many parents, inspired by the successes of their children are returning to school with a desire to overcome their present living conditions, especially studying English.
