Seventeen EGJ 4th, 5th, and 6th graders presented on Climate and Culture at Emily G. Johns School at a recent Plano Community Unit School District No. 88 Board of Education meeting. Each student spoke about an aspect of how their school is focusing on this important topic, whether through celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, enjoying lively Hispanic music, learning the Pledge of Allegiance in Spanish, creating cultural art projects, and participating in a diverse number of school clubs, including the new Multicultural Club. They were mentored by EGJ teacher Jimena Moreno with support from principal Nate Campbell and assistant principal Dan Solecki. Plano Community Unit School District No. 88Chris Valle, center, a sophomore at Plano High School, spoke about his experiences as an English language learner at the high school and newcomer to the country at a recent Plano Community Unit School District No. 88 Board of Education meeting. From left, superintendent Dr. Tracy Thurwanger, Emily Villarreal (Valle’s teacher), Valle, and his parents. Administrators presented him with a special Plano medallion for speaking at the meeting. He did a fantastic job sharing how he receives support in his classes and left an impression on all present. Plano Community Unit School District No. 88
