Jaime Escalante
Mr. Jaime Escalante to Speak at AHETEMS Distinguished Lecture Series
A native of La Paz, Bolivia, Mr. Jaime Escalante continues to inspire Hispanic youth and parents to embrace a love of not only math, but of learning. A renowned educator and advocate, his love for math and highest regard for the value of education has made him a role model in American education.
His esteemed story stems from his time at Garfield High School in East Los Angeles, where he consistently invigorated students with a passion for learning in his AP Calculus classes. In 1979, Escalante taught his first calculus class to five students; two passed the AP calculus test. By 1981 the class had increased to 15 students, 14 passed the AP exam. In 1982, the Educational Testing Service called into question the scores of the 14 students, who passed the exam. Twelve of the 14 students agreed to retake the test and passed, again. In 1983, 33 students took the exam and 30 passed. In 1987 the program had escalated to its peak; 73 students passed the AB exam version and another 12 students passed the BC version of the AP Calculus Exam.
In 1988 the movie Stand and Deliver was released and made Mr. Escalante a beloved icon in American education. In his own words, he is a "math teacher." But for many in the Hispanic community, he continues to enlighten and bring a sense of hope - with ganas anything is possible.
After 35 years of teaching, Mr. Escalante retired in 1998. Shortly thereafter, in June 1999, he was inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame. In 1988 he was presented with the Presidential Medal for Excellence in Education by President Ronald Reagan.
"Determination + Discipline + Hard Work = Way to Success"
: Saturday, July 25, 2009
Time: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:00 PM)
Location: Texas Hall Auditorium at the University of Texas at Arlington (701 W. Nedderman Dr.)
Tickets: $5 pre-sale for all ages (including children); $10 at the door. No refunds will be given.
How To Purchase Tickets?
Online: Update: July 25 - ONLINE SALES CLOSED, Must now purchase at the door. Tickets purchased online must now be picked up at Will Call at Texas Hall beginning at 5:00 PM on the event date.
In Person: Tickets may be purchased in person at the AHETEMS Office between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM or online by clicking above. Update: July 25 - NO MORE IN PERSON SALES. Tickets must be purchased At the Door. Cost is $10 per ticket,
At the Door: Tickets can be purchased beginning at 5:00 PM on the day of the event. Cost is $10.00 per ticket.
Refunds/Cancellations
In the event that the lecture is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances that prevent the speaker from attending or prevent AHETEMS, Inc. from hosting the event due to audience safety, refunds will be given. Purchasers will be required to show their receipt as proof of purchase.
Parking
Parking for the event is avaliable as indicated below.
