UISD Washington Middle School keeps its name
Jan. 27, 2021
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George Washington Middle School will keep its name after all, as it was previously set to be renamed to honor a board member.Screenshot / Google MapsShow MoreShow Less
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During an emergency conference by the UISD Board of Trustees, the decision to rename George Washington Middle School in honor of board member Juan Ramirez was rescinded as another school will instead bear his name.
The decision was passed without opposition, and Ramirez released the following statement:
“I am extremely thankful that my colleagues on the board recently chose to honor me by renaming Washington Middle School after me. I am sorry for any frustration or distress that has arisen from the proposal to rename the campus,” Ramirez said. “George Washington is the father of our country, our first president and one of the greatest leaders in world history. His name and legacy have been an integral part of our loc
By: Latinas Leading Tomorrow
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The Arlington-based nonprofit organization, Latinas Leading Tomorrow (LLT) announced their latest financial contribution from the Arlington Women’s Civic Alliance (AWCA) to support LLT’s leadership training and college readiness programs. The $8,000 one-time grant from AWCA will contribute to LLT’s leadership and college-bound initiatives for more than 60 girls in grades 8-11 during the 2020-21 school year. The grant is one of two awards given in 2020 to organizations that align with AWCA’s mission of providing programmatic and financial support, as well as volunteer services to Arlington community projects.
“Latinas Leading Tomorrow is honored to receive this grant from the Arlington Women’s Civic Alliance to support our ELITE leadership program which encourages young Latinas to excel in high school and go on to earn a college degree,” said Madeline LaSalle, founder and Board of Directors Chair. “The impact of our ELI
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