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Good afternoon Mayor, Councilmembers, Board Members, and Superintendent, My name is Connie De La Torre. After nearly forty years as a Community Assistant with Pasadena Unified, I stand before you as someone who has dedicated my life to serving students and families in this city.
I have seen firsthand the struggles our communities face—especially in our most underserved neighborhoods. I have seen the impact of under-resourced schools, the lack of consistent teachers, and families working multiple jobs just to get by.
Our children deserve stability. Our teachers deserve support. And our communities desen/e to be heard.
As I prepare to retire, my hope is simple: that the City of Pasadena and PUSD can finally work closely together with one shared vision—to truly serve the families who depend on us the most. There should be more than just one PUSD -City of Pasadena joint meeting per year.
Because when we invest in our children, we invest in the future of the entire city.
Thank you for your consideration,
Connie De La Torre
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