10/23/2025
On behalf of the entire Fordson High School community, we would like to congratulate our colleague, Diana Mansour for successfully defending her doctoral dissertation!
This tremendous accomplishment is the culmination of years of rigorous research, dedication, and hard work.
Dr. Mansour's dissertation, titled "Translanguaging and Belonging: Arabic Speakers in a US Secondary Science Classroom," is especially relevant and meaningful to our school and our diverse student population. Her research offers invaluable insights into how we can better leverage the linguistic resources that students bring into the science classroom to foster a deeper sense of belonging and enhance academic achievement.
This research influences and improves instructional practices, particularly as we strive to create an inclusive environment where all students feel seen, valued, and capable of reaching their fullest potential.
Her commitment to educational excellence and her focus on our students' unique needs are truly inspiring.
Congratulations again, Dr. Mansour !! We are incredibly proud of you!