Working as an intern with Circle de Luz has been one of the most memorable experiences I have had as a university student. Hearing the term intern, there was a lot of anxiety regarding the different ways I would be able to fulfill that role and whether I would be able to satisfy the needs […]
The 2022-2023 school year has marked our return to fully in-person programming and with it has come many new partnerships and experiences. Supporting the Class of 2028 in Partnership with Berryhill School In September, we began the process of meeting with and welcoming the Class of 2028. This amazing group of eight students attend Berryhill […]
Throughout the year, the Circle de Luz intern team has been working behind the scenes to support programming implementation and to provide essential services to students and their families. The time, energy, and care they invest in the organization has made an incredible impact. Continue reading to learn more about these amazing young professionals! Donna Vallejo […]
By Tere González García, Executive Director, Circle de Luz Originally posted by +SocialGood—a global community of changemakers united around a shared vision for a better world in 2030. A project of the United Nations Foundation. On International Day of Education, attention turns to prioritizing education to accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. From Circle de […]
This spring, we have had the opportunity to engage in partnerships with a variety of amazing local organizations. Beds for Kids Beds for Kids is a Charlotte-based non-profit whose mission is to provide beds and essential furniture to children and families in need. Since partnering with Beds for Kids earlier this year, their organization has […]
We are excited to announce the graduation of the Circle de Luz Class of 2022! The Class of 2022 is composed of seven amazing young women who are known for their creativity, courage, and resilience. These bright, persistent students worked tirelessly to finish high school and prepare for their post-secondary educational experiences while also navigating […]
This spring featured many exciting programs for the Circle de Luz Hijas. We worked to transition back to in-person programming while continuing to prioritize the health and safety of our program participants and their families. Students engaged in small, cohort-based workshops led by community partners as well as Charlotte-based arts, educational, and professional experiences. We […]
We are so excited to announce that we have a position open within our Circle de Luz staff. We are currently searching for a candidate to fill the position of Executive Director. Please find the job description attached and share with folks who might be interested in supporting an important mission, alongside an incredible board […]
Veronica Monroig-Calvo We are so excited to welcome Veronica Monroig-Calvo to our Circle de Luz team. Veronica will join us from the University of North Carolina Charlotte – Department of Social Work, as our 2020 – 2021 intern, and we couldn’t be happier to have her support our hijas and the work we do everyday. […]
We are so proud of our 2020 graduating class hijas. Not only have they completed a major milestone in their high school career, but they have also completed their 6-year commitment to our program. These girls have accomplished so much in the last six years and we are beyond excited to see what else the […]