Arizona Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents

AZALAS Update!

Highlights from March’s AZLAS Mixer in Tucson! A huge thank you to everyone who participated!

AZALAS Update!

End of Year Fiesta Mixer for AZALAS members, sponsors, and friends. Save the Date for May 1st and join us, it’s always a great time! Remember to rsvp by April 27th at [email protected].

Thank you, thank you, and thank you to DLR Group, 1GPA, Pueblo, and Wholesale Floors LLC for their generosity.

AZALAS Update!

It’s that time of year! AZALAS is looking for our Four Corners Latinx Leadership Academy Cohort 7 Members. We will be selecting eight (8) members to represent AZALAS. It’s an amazing opportunity to build your leadership skills and expand your professional network. Deadline is April 24, 2026.

Reach out to cohort six (6) members and hear their experiences:

Martha Alonso
Douglas USD

Tania Barojas
Santa Cruz Valley USD #35

Alfred Battu
Nogales USD

Lorenzo Cabrera
Phoenix Union

Rebekah Cabrera
Santa Cruz Valley USD #35

Efrain Filerio
Tolleson UHSD

Dr. Marissa Salcido
Tucson USD

Jennifer Smith
Sunnyside USD

Quick reminder! Friday’s mixer is in Tucson at the Desert Diamond Casino from 5-7 pm. See you there.

The Arizona Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents pays tribute to the life and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. We acknowledge Dr. King’s significant contributions and lasting influence on civil rights, social justice, and leadership within the community.

Highlights from the January 2026 AZALAS Mixer in Chandler, AZ!

“On behalf of the AZALAS Board of Directors and Staff, Happy Holidays to all of our Friends and Colleagues!

Very impressive young man with great words of advice!

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AZALAS Update: A message from AZALAS Executive Director, Dr. Marvene Lobato

Friendships sometimes happen when you allow yourself to open your heart with no expectations, only gratitude.

Over a year ago, I met one of our humble, remarkable AZALAS Scholarship recipients. I met him on his campus at Arizona State University Polytechnic. There was something about his respectful, heartfelt, warm demeanor that spoke to me. I listened to my heart and found myself reaching out to him to check in periodically. You see, his family is about four hours away.

This young man is studious and in a demanding engineering program. This requires a lot of his time and energy. He is organized and prioritizes his life to ensure he stays on top of what his program requires of him.

My heart is full of gratitude that our paths have crossed. There is a 40+ year difference between us. But, when we are able to match calendars and meet, my heart is full. Our friendship continues to grow.

We met today for a quick bite and to catch up. I am so proud of my friend, and know his parents beam with pride as he completes another semester.

If you are wondering what’s the purpose of this post, well, there’s a couple reasons. First, just to remind everyone to open your heart and follow it. You may receive the gift of a new friendship like I did. Second, remember how challenging college life could be when you were in your early 20’s. If you see college students grabbing a bite to eat, offer to pay for their meal. It could be the lift they need to know that we can all help one another and someday they may pay it forward in some manner.

Thank you Christian for being a wonderful, inspiring, and thoughtful young man. I am so fortunate to have you as my friend.

Any AZALAS school district partners or friends needing assistance with applying for these funds, please reach out to Monica Gilfillan. The deadline is a quick turnaround. Assistance is available, don’t hesitate. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/patyongpradit_dept-of-ed-grant-funding-activity-7393693106598227968-Cdlc?utm_medium=ios_app&rcm=ACoAAAopSLsBGNb0oZpSmwFAlVLDEPBz9cgrwis&utm_source=social_share_send&utm_campaign=messages