Advocating for Education, Parent Engagement, and Reducing Absenteeism
Washington, DC, October 15, 2024 – Today, Latino Victory Fund proudly announces its endorsement of Diana Brown for the Manassas City School Board. Diana Brown, a first-generation Honduran award-winning educator, brings over two decades of experience and passion for public education. If elected, she will be the first Latina to serve on the Manassas City School Board, marking a significant milestone for Latino representation in education in a school system that has nearly a 70% Latino student body
Sindy Benavides, President and CEO of Latino Victory Fund, said, “Diana Brown is an extraordinary leader and advocate for students, teachers, and education. With her extensive background in early childhood and special education and her proven track record as an award-winning school administrator, she’s the champion our students need to ensure that all children, regardless of background, receive the quality education they deserve. Her commitment to improving outcomes in reading and math, reducing absenteeism, and engaging parents will be vital to the future success of Manassas City Schools.”
Meet Diana Brown: A Dedicated Advocate for Progress
Diana Brown began as a first-generation college graduate passionate about public education. Armed with a master’s degree in early childhood education and a bachelor’s in English, she has spent 20 years serving as a teacher, assistant principal, and teacher specialist in public schools. Brown serves as the Administrative Coordinator of Special Education in Prince William County while holding a four-year appointment on the Northern Virginia Community College Board.
Recognized for her unwavering commitment to students and education, Brown has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Bell Award, Regional Outstanding Assistant Principal Award, and being named Virginia’s National Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year in 2021 by the National Association of Elementary School Principals.
“I am deeply honored to have the support of Latino Victory Fund in this race,” said Diana Brown. “Manassas City Public Schools deserve leaders who will prioritize the needs of our students, advocate for our teachers, and work tirelessly to improve academic outcomes, and increase parental engagement. I am committed to ensuring that all students in our schools have access to the resources they need to not only succeed, but thrive.”
Why This Election Matters
Manassas City Schools serves a diverse student population of approximately 7,413, with ~70% identifying as Hispanic/Latino. Over half of the students are eligible for federal free or reduced-price meals, and ~52% are English language learners, so the stakes in this election could not be higher. Brown’s experience and leadership are essential in addressing this district’s unique challenges, including improving educational outcomes and increasing parent engagement.
The Manassas City School Board election on November 5th, 2024, will fill four seats with eight candidates in the running. With Diana Brown’s proven record of leadership, she is poised to be a vital advocate for students, families, and educators alike. She will focus on key issues such as reducing absenteeism by ensuring students are present and engaged, strengthening parent engagement to support student achievement, and improving reading and math outcomes to equip students with critical skills for lifelong success.
As the Latino Victory Fund-endorsed candidate, Diana Brown is ready to bring her expertise, passion, and vision to the Manassas City School Board. With your vote, we can make a lasting impact on the future of education in our community.
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The Latino Victory Fund is a progressive political action committee that aims to grow Latino political power by increasing Latino representation at every level of government—from the county board to the Senate to the White House.
