Mission & Purpose of Organization:

The Association of Mexican American Educators, Pajaro Valley Chapter (AMAE-PV) is an inclusive, statewide, non profit organization dedicated to improving the educational outcomes of all students, in particular those students of Mexican and Latino descent. AMAE-PV’s organizational goals are:  1) to prepare teachers to understand and appreciate the social, linguistic and cultural background of students in order to bring out their strengths and develop their potential; 2) to supply special expertise in addressing the educational problems of Latino communities, 3) to influence educational policy and directions at all levels of government and 4) to promote understanding and recognition of cultural differences.   AMAE-PV accomplishes these goals through:  professional development, directing educational policy, building greater community participation in the educational system and parent involvement and empowerment.

Mission Statement

A.M.A.E. California

The mission of the Association of Mexican American Educators, Inc. is to insure equal access to a quality education at all levels for the Mexican American/Latino students where cultural and linguistic diversity is recognized and respected.  We advise state/local boards and legislators, administrators and faculty and work in partnership with the community and parents for the benefit of our students.  We advocate the immediate recruitment, training, retention, support, and professional development of Mexican American/Latino educators and others committed to the education of our students