Adam Chavarria, executive director of the White House Initiative.
This will be my last message to you as the executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans.
Over the course of my tenure in this office, I have made many friends and developed new relationships—many that will be lasting. I am grateful for the hundreds of acquaintances I encountered along the way. Your friendly smiles, positive thoughts and good wishes were a constant source of strength and encouragement. I was often inspired by your selfless example and tireless efforts to serve our children, youths and families. I am convinced more than ever that it will be you and the diverse group of organizations you each represent that will pave the way to improving the education outcomes for Hispanic children. You all represent a wealth of human capital, ingenuity and experience from which our nation must draw in order to close the academic achievement gap—once and for all. Our nation's prosperity depends on it. GO >
The White House Initiative is currently in transition. In anticipation of the change in the administration on Jan. 20, 2009, this office has suspended the Partnership for Hispanic Family Learning network and deactivated the partnership enrollment link on http://www.yesican.gov.
Current partners will receive electronic communications from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Communications and Outreach.
For information about Hispanic education, bilingual education resources or the White House Initiative transition, contact the White House Initiative main number at 202-401-1411, or visit the U.S. Department of Education's Web site at http://www.ed.gov.
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