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Dr. Renato Lajara
On Monday, June 15th, 2026, during the BASD School Board Meeting, Dr. Renato M. Lajara was officially sworn in as the Bethlehem Area School District’s eighth Superintendent and the district’s first Latino Superintendent. Jennifer R. Sletvold, Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Northampton County presided over the ceremony. Dr. Lajara will officially assume the role on July 1, 2026.
Dr. Ariel Lajara
Congratulations to PAHSA member, Dr. Ariel Lajara, who was voted in as Superintendent of Vineland Public Schools . With him, Dr. Lajara brings a wealth of knowledge and experiences starting from the classroom to Central office administration. We are excited to see positive impact his leadership will have on children of Vineland. Dr. Lajara will begin his tenure at VPS on July 1st, 2026.
Joacim Fuentes-Rojas
Congratulations to our member Joacim Fuentes-Rojas, Assistant Principal at Castor Gardens MS, for being honored at THE SCHOOLMEN’S CLUB OF PHILADELPHIA 123rd Anniversary Annual Awards & Holiday Dinner. He will be receiving the Service to the Club Award.
Joacim - congratulations on your well-deserved recognition! Thank you for your commitment to the education of our children and our communities. Please see the flyer below for additional information. To purchase tickets to support The Schoolman's Club and Joacim, go to: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdDP5CZQkBeV6.../viewform
Dana Bowser
Congratulations to our member Dana Bowser. She was recognized on October 15, 2025 with the Paving the Way Award for her dedication to the community. Thank you, Dana, for all the ways you show up to support our students and communities. CUSD is fortunate to have you as a champion for the children.
Dana shared the following: October 15, 2025: Humbled. Honored. Grateful.
Today, I had the incredible honor of receiving the 2025 Paving the Way Award at the annual Paving the Way Conference in Pittsburgh — a recognition that truly means so much to me. This award represents not just my work, but the collective dedication of an entire community that continues to show up for children and families experiencing homelessness and displacement within the Chester Upland School District
I could never do this work alone.
My heartfelt gratitude goes to the Superintendent for her consistent support and visionary leadership, our administrative team, counselors, social workers, and staff, as well as the families, students, and community partners who make this mission possible every single day.
To my family and friends—thank you for being my foundation and reminding me why this work matters. Your love and encouragement fuel my passion.
Being in Pittsburgh, surrounded by passionate educators and advocates, hearing powerful keynote speakers, participating in concurrent sessions, and connecting with like-minded individuals continue to reignite my commitment to this mission. The work will never be finished—and that’s exactly why it continues to drive me every day.
Congratulations to all of the 2025 Paving the Way Award recipients and everyone in attendance for the incredible impact you make daily. Together, we are making a difference—one student, one family, and one moment at a time."
Dr. Ariel Lajara
Congratulations to our member, Dr. Ariel Lajara, who will be the Keynote Speaker at La Liga del Barrio's 25th Anniversary Gala.
La Liga del Barrio is Philadelphia’s first Latino youth basketball league, offering programs in other sports like track and field to Latino youth and minorities across the city. Liga provides an opportunity to develop sports skills and enjoy the game while also promoting educational achievement.
Dr. Evelyn Nuñez
Congratulations to our Vice President, Dr. Evelyn Nunez, who was honored at the Hispanic Leadership Association of New Jersey's 12th Annual Achievement Awards and Scholarships Gala Event on October 18, 2025. Dr. Nuñez was recognized for excellence in educational leadership in service to the Hispanic community in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Dr. Yonaira Rodriguez
Congratulations to our Board Member, Dr. Yonaira Rodriguez. On September 18th, 2025, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Councilwoman Lozada and team recognized her commitment to our Hispanic community with this beautiful citation.
From Dana Bowser: We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month throughout the district at all the different schools. We have formed several multicultural committees. Today we had our kickoff event at STEM Academy that consisted of música, dulces, bailando, decoraciones, arte, etc. We have several events planned throughout the district that include speakers, art, and culture, door decorating, literary figures, poetry readings, a taste of cuisine, and so much more. We are also planning a family and community engagement night as well. Our goal is to ensure that ALL are celebrated, included, and to foster a greater sense of belonging throughout our district.
Shout out to our member Dana Bowser and Chester Upland School District!!!! Keep up the great work, celebrating all of our students and communities!
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