Welcome Back, Educators!

FUTUROS: Welcome Back, Educators

4:15 PM | Doors Open

Check in, enjoy refreshments, and connect with fellow educators before the program begins.

4:30 PM | Welcome

Carmen Eppright
Chief Executive Officer, Latinx Education Collaborative

We'll kick off the evening by celebrating the beginning of a new school year, honoring the incredible work of educators, and sharing the vision behind FUTUROS.

4:35 PM | Voices of Leadership & Inspiration

Hear from outstanding education leaders who are making a lasting impact in schools and communities throughout our region.

✨ Jonathan Oregel
Leading with purpose, building authentic relationships, and creating meaningful connections with students and families.

✨ Priscilla Flores
Creating welcoming classrooms, leading with compassion, and inspiring educators to make every student feel they belong.

✨ Tatiana Briceno Padron
The transformative power of mentorship, professional growth, and empowering the next generation of educators.

5:00 PM | Community Conversations

Join fellow educators for interactive conversations focused on the topics that matter most.

🌿 Wellness
Strategies for prioritizing self-care, preventing burnout, and sustaining joy in education.

⭐ Leadership
Growing as a leader, supporting colleagues, and making an impact from every role.

🏫 Culture in the Classroom
Creating inclusive learning environments where every student's identity, culture, and experiences are honored.

5:20 PM | Closing Celebration

We'll close the evening with reflections, gratitude, upcoming opportunities through the Latinx Education Collaborative, and a community photo as we launch into a new school year together.

5:30 PM | Event Concludes

You'll Leave With...

❤️ A renewed sense of purpose and inspiration for the year ahead.

🤝 Meaningful connections with Latino/a/e, Chicano/a/e, and allied educators from across the Kansas City region.

💡 Practical ideas, encouragement, and fresh perspectives from experienced education leaders.

🌱 A stronger professional network and a community committed to supporting one another throughout the school year.

The future of our students begins with the educators who believe in them.

Join us as we celebrate your dedication, invest in one another, and begin the school year with renewed purpose, community, and hope.

We can't wait to welcome you to FUTUROS. 🍎✨

As a new school year begins, take a moment to celebrate yourself.

Every lesson you teach, every student you encourage, every family you support, and every barrier you help break creates a lasting impact. Before the school year is in full swing, join us for an evening dedicated to celebrating the educators who inspire, advocate, and shape the future of our communities every single day.

FUTUROS is more than a back-to-school event, it's a celebration of the passion, resilience, and leadership of Latinx educators and allies. Together, we'll reconnect, build meaningful relationships, share experiences, and begin the year feeling supported, encouraged, and inspired.

What to Expect

✨ Connect with educators from across the Kansas City region.

🎤 Hear inspiring stories and leadership insights from respected voices in education.

🤝 Engage in meaningful conversations centered on wellness, leadership, and creating inclusive classrooms.

💡 Discover resources, professional connections, and opportunities to support your work.

🍽️ Enjoy complimentary food, refreshments, and time to build community.

Whether you're a classroom teacher, counselor, administrator, paraprofessional, support professional, higher education faculty member, or aspiring educator, FUTUROS is a space where your work is recognized, your voice is valued, and your dedication is celebrated.