Join host Pablo Muñoz for an enlightening conversation with his featured guest — Carmen Vargas.

Carmen is the director of multilingual programs and world languages for Peekskill City School District in New York. She is a proud Latina leader and former English language learner. Carmen is passionate about empowering multilingual students, families, and communities through advocacy, equity, and culturally responsive education.

1:03 - Introduction

2:03 - My Leadership Story

18:59 - Motherhood

20:31 - Multilingual Learners

25:26 - Empowering Latino Families

30:43 - Latina Leaders

34:48 - Language, Culture, and Identity

38:10 - Early Childhood Education

42:05 - Guiding Principles

49:08 - Coda

Carmen Vargas was born in the Dominican Republic and moved to the United States at the age of 10. Her personal experience as a former English language learner continues to shape her passion to advocate for multilingual students and families. Carmen has more than 28 years of experience in bilingual education and has served in several leadership roles, including principal of Uriah Hill Jr. Elementary School.

Carmen received a bachelor’s degree from Lehman College. She holds a master’s degree from Mercy College. Carmen received a second master’s degree from Fordham University.

Website: peekskillcsd.org/home-21

Email: cvargas@peekskillschools.org

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