October 9th, 2016

Family, Say WHAT?!

Jackys Teachers of Promise

Jacquelin De La Torre, 19, isnt no ordinary student from Arizona

State University. She is a mother, a part-time employee, a TRIO STEM member, and now, a corps member. She wasnt sure what she wants to do after
graduation. Her special talent is writing, but believes she can fulfill more in her
accomplishments.
De La Torre then received an e-mail from her TRIO STEM advisor, Celestina
Rodriguez, which may be the answer to all her questions.
On September 30th, De La Torre was one of the lucky students from every
college to be selected in the AGUILAS Teachers of Promise (ATOP) a twoyear program where she will be co-teaching eighth graders from the Cartwright School District . She believed that not only itll gain her confidence to
speak in front of people or set an example to students, but possibly teach her
son, Victor Giovanni, at a young age.
I want Gio to see more of me than just his mother, De La Torre said. I want
to be his hero. I may be full-handed with school, work, and raising him, but
anything is possible with a little faith and managing my time.
De La Torres next ATOP teaching will be taking place at Estrella Middle
School from 5:00pm to speak with parents about ATOP and the benefits for
their children. Good Luck, Ms. De La Torre!

Inside this issue

Jackys Teachers of Promise .. 1
Godparents once again.......... 2
Halloween Safety Tips ........... 3
Go Girls!................................ 4

Important Dates
10/27

Jackys ATOP Meeting

10/30

Gios 1st Halloween

12/25

Moms Birthday

01/02

Gios 1st Birthday!

Whats out there!?

Congratulations to Marine couple, Susana Gonzalez and Norberto Citalan, who announced their
engagement ! The wedding will be announced
with further notice!

Godparents Once
Again!
Congratulations to parents, Victor and Mireya De La Torre , who are honored as godparents to nine-month old, Sofia Citalan, on August 14th this past summer!

The celebration took place at Puerto Penasco, Mexico., where parents Susana Gonzalez and Norberto Citalan, both from the marines, raised their daughter.

Before the celebration started, Little Sofias baptism ceremony took place at Nuestra
Senora De Guadalupe Catholic Church from 12pm to 1pm., where all young children,
dressed in an elegant white clothing, honoring themselves with their parents and godparents.

Once the ceremony ended, Sofia, along with the honor of her parents and godparents,
ended the day with a celebration for all their invited guests at Quinta Ventura reception hall from 5:00pm until 11:00pm. The celebration was filled with good DJ, a Mexican band, delicious dinner and goodies, and even a small tradition of coin throwing for
the children !

Did you know?

115 pedestrian childs die
every Halloween by cars

We wished for the celebration to never end, but it was something to remember by for
the rest of my daughters life. said Susana Gonzalez.

50% of children prefer to

receive chocolate candy

Congratulations to Sofias family and all other families for their childs special day! We
wished those all a long and happy life.

AZ State Fair has been an

annual tradition since
1884

Halloween Family Safety Tips

Halloween is just around the corner and anything can happen during trick-or-treating!
To avoid any accidents , here are some safety tips thatll make your Halloween fun and
for all children to arrive home safe:

Children should be out no later than 10pm! The darker it gets, the more difficult it
may be to get home.
Never Trick-or-Treat alone! Bring a group of friends. Your night wont be spooky
without good companions!

Little fangers, ages 12 and under, should be accompanied with an adult.

Provide a flashlight!

Besides those that have sweet treats waiting for you, do NOT speak to strangers !

Have a cell phone ready to let your parents know when youll be arriving home

HAVE FUN!

We wish all a scary and safe Halloween!

Family Fun at the State Fair!

Feeling bored, much? Arizona State Fair is back! This annual
state fair is open, starting at October 7th until October 30th!
Dont miss out on all the excitement, from Deep fried goodies to the highest ferris wheel!
Arizona State Fair will be hosting more than 10 events this
year, including B.o.B Concert, Fiesta Friday, and band known
as Garbage!
Dont forget to pass by the petting zoo and the Art Exhibit!
Pet some of your favorite furry farm animals and look
through all the young talents marvelous creation!

Dont miss out on all the fun the excitement! Be there before
October 30th!

The love of a family is lifes greatest blessing.

- unknown

Go Girls!
Giselle De La Torre, 21, and Joselin De La Torre, 19, are sisters that set an example to many families. Even as young
kids, the De La Torre sisters remained in honor roll classes
and top in their high school class, which gave them the opportunity to enroll out-of-state colleges.

Lets
they
make
way

hope
their

Giselle De La Torre is one of the brightest students known to

teachers and her fellow classmates. She was the valedictorian in the class of 2014 from Maryvale High School in Phoenix,
Arizona, graduated with National Honor Society, and also
received a perfect score in the SATs. She is now a junior at
Emory University at Atlanta, Georgia , double majoring in
Mathematics and Chemistry.
Joselin De La Torre also stings like a bee! At high school, she
took several AP and honors classes with Giselle. One of her
main interests is physics. She graduated on top 30 of her
class of 2015 with National Honor Society, and enrolled at
Augsburg college in Minneapolis Minnesota. The De La Torre Twin is majoring in Physics, which is known to one of the
challenging studies.

through this semester! Study hard and come back home

with those degrees!

A Word From Our Editor

Having a family is one of the greatest blessings you can ever keep. Since the day you
were born, they manage to stick through all your accomplishments, troubles, sadness, and even holidays. I thought I would lose my family because of my pregnancy,
but because of their support, I was able to push myself further to be much more than
being a mother. If it wasnt for my mom and dad, who know where I be with my child.
For all those who still keep in touch with their families, take the time to thank them
and feel appreciated that theyre still with you.

Jacquelin De La Torre
2001 N. 55th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85035
Phone: (602)-814-2463
Email: jdelato5@asu.edu

2001 N. 55th Ave.

Phoenix, AZ 85035