Latino Consent Decree Parent Advisory Council (LCD PAC)

Our Purpose is to:
- Ensure that Latino students who are learning English have equitable access to educational opportunities and can achieve their highest potential.
- Support the Saint Paul Public Schools' commitments under the Latino Consent Decree, a legally binding agreement established through the settlement of Garcia et al. vs. Independent School District 625.
- Promote educational equity, inclusion, and academic success for Latino students with limited English proficiency.
- Advocate for programs, services, and practices that help students succeed in English-language learning environments.
- Partner with families, schools, community organizations, and district leaders to improve outcomes for Latino students.
We do this by:
- Supporting the systematic development of students' cognitive, social-emotional, and practical skills needed for academic success.
- Providing information, resources, and educational opportunities for students and families.
- Promoting meaningful family engagement and empowering parents to advocate effectively for their children's education.
- Collaborating with schools and district departments to identify barriers and implement solutions that improve student achievement.
- Monitoring district commitments under the Latino Consent Decree and advocating for policies, programs, and practices that support equitable educational opportunities.
- Building strong partnerships among families, educators, community members, and district decision-makers to influence positive change and improve educational outcomes for Latino students.
2026-27 Meeting Dates
- September 15th
- October 13th
- November 10th
- December 8th (Virtually)
- January 12th (Virtually)
- February 9th (Virtually)
- March 9th
- April 13th
- May 11th
- June 8th
Childcare, interpreters and transportation is available upon request.
** A light meal will be provided to families when meetings are in-person.
How to Join or Attend
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Guest Attendance: You are welcome to attend any meeting as a guest at any time.
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Membership: Apply for official membership.
Contact Requirements for Virtual Meetings
If you plan to attend a virtual meeting, you must reach out at least 24 hours in advance to receive the meeting link and information.
Email adriana.riosdessalet@spps.org, call or text 612-523-2330.
Time:
- In person: 5:30-6 p.m. connect and share a meal
- Virtual: 6-8 p.m. meeting
Place :
- In-person meetings will be at 360 Colborne St.
- Virtual meetings will be held via Google Meets
For more information about Latino Consent Decree Parent Advisory Council (LCD PAC):
- Adriana Rios Dessalet at 612-523-2330 (call or text), email adriana.riosdessalet@spps.org
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Deparments
APTT (Academic Parent Teacher Team) Conferences
Community Engagement & Outreach
Parent Academy
PARENT Advisory Councils
American Indian Parent Advisory Council (AIPAC)
Gender and Sexual Diversity Parent Advisory Council (GSDPAC)
Karen Parent Advisory Council (KPAC)
Parents of African American Students Advisory Council
Somali Parent Advisory Council (SPAC)
Special Education Parent Advisory Council
LCD PAC Documents:
LCD Bylaws
Latino Consent Decree Stipulation
Guía de la Estipulación del LCD - Español
LCD Report
LCD Administrative Response