Celebrating 50 Years of Family
A celebration of AVANCE would only be complete with honoring the families who have placed their trust in us and allowed us to walk alongside them on their journeys. Our families are the driving force behind our mission, and their stories illustrate the profound impact of AVANCE on countless lives since 1973. Here you can read the inspirational stories of families who have graduated from our Parent-Child Education Program (PCEP) over the past 50 years.
The De La Paz Family
In 1978, Maria De La Paz and her family were still new to San Antonio when an AVANCE representative knocked on their door.
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The Plaisant Family
Natalia Plaisant heard about AVANCE 18 years ago, but when her daughter was 16 months old, she finally decided to try PCEP.
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The Galindo/ Sanchez Family
In 1973, Elida Galindo was 18 and a stay-at-home mom when she learned of AVANCE and its new program.
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The Garza Family
Rita Garza was at her daughter’s elementary school when AVANCE representatives approached her about PCEP.
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The Gonzalez Family
AVANCE-Dallas had recently opened when recruiters knocked on Zenaida Gonzalez’s door, and she registered for the first PCEP cohort.
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The Sánchez Family
Amparo Galindo Sánchez learned about PCEP when she contacted her local elementary school about preschool for her daughter.
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The Ruiz Family
After moving to Austin, Alma Ruiz often felt alone and isolated. Then Alma attended PCEP at St. John’s Community Center.
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The López Family
Like any working parent, Agustina López was always busy. Then one day, she received a phone call from about PCEP.
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Casanova Family
Marta Casanova was introduced to AVANCE by a family friend who suggested she attend PCEP.
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