About Us
The Latino Education Advisory Council "LEAC" formerly the Hispanic Education Advisory Council was originally established in the 1970's.
On August 7, 2008, with the approval from the Board of Education, the name was officially changed to the Latino Education Advisory Council.
With a redefined direction, the Council continues to assess and address the needs and concerns of Latino students and families in Denver Public Schools. LEAC also believes strongly in highlighting the success' of the Latino Community within the Denver Public Schools.
Board Members
President
Christina Montoya-Pablo
years. In 2001 she helped to establish the Latin American Law Enforcement Association's Scholarship Foundation. She has worked for DPS as a Paraprofessional in Special Education and the Truancy Prevention Program. Christina is involved in various community causes and organizations throughout the Denver Metro Area.
Vice President
Christine Martinez
Christine is a parent of 2 DPS students. She has attended both Metro State College and Community College of Denver. She has completed extensive leadership training through the Institute of Mestiza Leaders/Cirlce of Latina Leadership Program and Facilitator training through the Institute of Cultural Affairs. She was a Lead Teacher at Greenlee Elementary and Custom House Children's Center. She has been employed at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. In 2005 Christine was appointed by the Mayor's Office to serve on the Health Community Services Board as a member of the Mariposa Task Force. In 2004 she was appointed by Denver City Council to the Denver Great Kids Head Start Policy Council as a member of the Health Service Advisory Committee.
Treasurer
Deana Martinez
Deana is a DPS parent. She currently works in Recruiting for Alta Colleges.
Deana has attended New Mexico State University and Westwood College.
Deana is passionate about improving the educational experience for Latino students in Denver Public Schools.
Secretary
Yadira Solis
Yadira Solis graduated with honors from G. Washington High School in 2009. While in high school she joined Latinas Increasing Political Strength (LIPS) were she became involved in the political atmosphere and found that it was a passion of her’s to be involved in political issues.
Yadira is currently attending Metropolitan State College of Denver double majoring in Political Science and Psychology, with a minor in Public Administration and International Business. Yadira is a member of the Hispanic Scholar Chapter from the University of Colorado at Denver, as well as a member of the Political Science Association. In the future she expects to work in public policy with a focus in education, health and immigration issues. Yadira is proud to serve as the Secretary in the Latino Education Advisory Council.
Educational Consultant
Frank S. Davila Ph.D.
Frank Davila received his Ph.D., in Educational Leadership from the University of Colorado at Denver in 1997. Frank is currently working as an Educational Consultant. His areas of expertise include: Educational Leadership, Program Evaluations, Coaching and Mentoring, Bilingual/ESL/Migrant Education, Professional Development, Cultural Diversity and Proficiency. Franks professional history includes: being a Project Coordinator for the English Language Acquisition for the Colorado Department of Education and an Executive Director for Special Programs for Aurora Public Schools, to name a few. Frank spends his time between Colorado and Texas, where he primarily resides.
MEETINGS
Monthly meetings are held to discuss the issues/concerns of Latino students and families in DPS. Anyone is welcomed to attend.
(Students are strongly encouraged to attend)
Meetings are held at DPS Administration Building located at:
900 Grant Street
Meetings are held the 2nd Wedneday of each month, during the school year.
2010-2011 meetings
August 11th
September 8th
October 13th
November 10th
December 8th
January 12th
February 9th
March 9th
April 13th
May 11th
June (Executive Board meeting)
July (Executive Board meeting)
