Willie Velásquez documentary is a lesson for Latinos on the importance of voting
NewsTaco May 9, 2017
*Why you should read this: Because today is Willie Velasquez day and a quick search of his name turned up no news stories. This piece, by Mercedes Olivera, is from […]
Black and Latino parents worried about funding disparities in schools, poll finds
NewsTaco May 8, 2017
*Why you should read this: Because it dispels the myth that Latino parents aren’t concerned with their children’s education. Because it’s been a prevailing belief for too long. VL By […]
The sound of inclusion: Why teachers’ words matter
NewsTaco April 11, 2017
*Why you should read this: Because it speaks directly to the need for more teachers of color in culturally diverse classrooms. Because “No student (or teacher) leaves their language patterns at […]
How you can make your voice heard to help South Texas Latino high schoolers get the technology they need to learn
NewsTaco March 7, 2017
By Victor Landa, NewsTaco This is a blatant call to action to all Texas Taquistas. A group of high school students in the Rio Grande Valley needs your help to […]