A new stage in my life begins. For me, being President of an institution like LCS is an honor – especially considering that I’m the first Mexican in the Society’s nearly 70 years to hold this position. The Mexicans with whom I’ve interacted with recently have told me how proud they feel to be embraced by this great institution. Having served on the Board for many years, I’ve seen firsthand the expanded efforts made by LCS to better integrate the local community and to unite us all for the common good. 

I’m feeling so optimistic about LCS, and the direction that it is going. There is so much to celebrate for the achievements accomplished over the past four to five years. Much of the work has been neither sexy nor visible – but nonetheless critical. Roofing repairs, electrical upgrades, better technology in our classrooms, repair of cracked patios and sidewalks, upgraded information technology, repair of the leaking ponds, repaired sewage lines, fresh coats of paint, and more. The visible improvements have included the completely rebuilt cafe and its kitchen, the vastly improved gardens and our new ecologically sensitive bathrooms. 

These repairs and improvements have been made possible only through our generous donors. While I am interim President, I’m committed to helping this institution stay afloat and to continue on the path of improvement and expansion. This will only be possible with the continued support and big hearts of our donors, large and small alike. Your support helps us not only provide our services and more than 100 classes, as well as our numerous classes and services for the Mexican community, it allows LCS to get better and stronger. I ask that we all stand together in this ongoing endeavor as unity is strength.