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West Jefferson High School
Harvey, Louisiana
• Greater New Orleans Area
• 1400 Students
• 90% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch
• 54% African-American, 32% Hispanic, 11% White, 3% Asian
Puentes: LATINOLA NOW
Purpose: This program addresses issues relevant to the students’ lives through
creative expression and social action.
Outcome: Empower multi-racial students to voice their thoughts about relevant
issues resulting in social action.
Challenge: Scheduling time for students to learn about and apply to the program.
Photo of LATINOLA NOW youth from Foundation for New Orleans.
https://www.puentesneworleans.org/latinola-now
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