Program at a Glance

The Hispanic Educational Summit 2012 is an initiative of the NCSHP to promote and disseminate information on the benefits of formal and higher education among the Hispanic youth of North Carolina.

There is a vital need to encourage Hispanic students to stay in school, excel in their studies and pursue higher education. The Summit has been planned in part to fulfill this need. As you know, educated Latino youth, who become acculturated role models, are a tremendous investment in North Carolina’s future. 

For more information about registration or questions, please call, send a fax or an e-mail to: (919) 467-8424 Fax: (919) 469-1785 or mailbox@TheNCSHP.org

Summit Objectives

  • To serve as an outreach program to promote education among 7th to 12th grade Hispanic students utilizing workshops and presentations.
  • To motivate Hispanic students to excel at their highest potential in their studies through motivational talks by speakers who have achieved success in their professional careers.
  • To offer Hispanic students tips and information to acquire skills and develop strategies to improve their academic achievements.
  • To inform Hispanic students on educational opportunities and school programs in various community colleges and universities.

Conference Highlights

Motivational Speakers
Workshops / Presentations:
* Life Skills
- Healthy Mind, Healthy Body
- Self-Esteem
- Pregnancy Prevention and More..!

* Education Planning
- Graduation Requirements
- Study Skills
- School Resources
- SAT Preparation and More..!

* Career Planning
- Science and Computers
- Engineering
- Health Careers
- Real Estate
- Media Communications
- Accounting, Finance, and Banking
- Bilingual Skills and More..!

Exhibits
Information on Academic Programs & Services
* Community Colleges
* Universities and Colleges
* Educational Institutions
* U.S. Armend Forces
* Museums
* After School Programs and More..!

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Conference Agenda

Hispanic Educational Summit
Friday, March 30, 2012

7:30 - 8:00 AM
Registration

8:00 - 9:30 AM
Opening Ceremony

9:40 - 10:25 AM
Concurrent Sessions
Exhibit Hall Visit by 11th and 12th graders

10:35 - 11:20 AM
Concurrent Sessions
Exhibit Hall Visit by 9th and 10th graders

11:30 - 12:00 AM
Lunch and Prize Drawings

12:15 - 1:00 PM
Concurrent Sessions
Exhibit Hall Visit by 6th to 8th graders

1:05 - 2:05 PM
Keynote Presentation

2:05 - 2:15 PM
Closing Ceremony

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Keynote Speakers

Natividad Soto
Nascar Driver / Inspirational Speaker

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Natividad Soto was born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. While she was still an infant her family moved to the rough areas of Camden, New Jersey, where she lived through her childhood. She developed a tough mental attitude, which she still carries with her to this day. With that attitude in mind she gave herself the strength to prepare for the exciting yet dangerous sport of NASCAR and push to accomplish her dream of becoming the First Latina NASCAR Driver.
From the first time she saw NASCAR on television as a child in Camden, she knew where her heart was. The speed and danger of the sport gives her the adrenaline to work harder to get on to the track.
If you would like to learn more about Natividad you can visit her website at www.teamsotoracing.com.

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Featured Speakers

We are glad to present to you this years featured 2012 Hispanic Educational Summit speakers.

Maria Rosa Rangel -Senior Administrator- Communities in School Wake County: "High School Graduate Requirements"

Juan Rios -Teacher- Asheboro High School: "Study Skills"

Donna Weaver -Spanish Services Coordinator- College Foundation of North Carolina: "Connect to College and Careers"

Maria Hernandez -Math Instructor- NC School of Sciences and Math: "Career in Science and Math"

Julie Garza -Program Director- La Ley Radio: "Career in Media"
Angela Graham -Recruiter & Retention Specialist- Wake Tech: "Careers in Health & Science"

Jose Lopez -Chief of Police- Durham Police Department: "Careers in Law Enforcement"

Yasmin Wurtz Metivier -President- Panoltia: "Career as an Interpreter"

Javier Padilla -Latino HIV/STD Bilingual Educator- Alliance of Aids: "AIDS Awareness"

Dr. Maria Teresa U. Palmer -Director- Multicultural Student Center A&T: "Becoming a Professional"

Dr. Andrew Behnke -Professor- NCSU: "Dream Job"

Yesenia Polanco -Attorney- Velasquez and Associates: "Career in Law"

Marina Offner - Assiatnt Director- Undergraduate Admissions at NCSHU: "How to Stand Out on a College Application"

Sharrod Basnight -Associate Director Health Careers- Wake AHEC: "Career in Health Care"

Irving Zavaleta - Consultant/Accountant - IZJ Consulting: "Overcoming Obstacles"

Amanda Dismukes - Wellness Director - Cary Family YMCA: "Own Your Body"

For guidance in preparing your students for their speaker session selections please click here. And for a sample planner to help the students plan their day and select their sessions, please click here.

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