Maria Gutierrez Spencer

Welcome to the newest installment of "Preserving History and Democracy!" This episode pays tribute to Women's History Month by highlighting an educational icon, Maria Gutierrez Spencer. We begin by exploring Maria's childhood as a non-English speaker and how she overcame language obstacles to pursue education. Next, we delve into Maria's influence as an educator for children facing similar challenges. Lastly, we discuss Maria's enduring impact on education at both the state and national levels.   Hosted by: Caroline Zamora, Cynthia Mendoza and Bernardine Carporale  Produced by: Cynthia Mendoza, Bernardine Caporale, Jacob Slaughter  Edited by: Jacob Slaughter  Music: Sunny Days- Raz Burg