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The Dominican-American Cultural Institute names its Student Plaza in honor of Mrs. Engracia Franjul de Abate

The Dominican-American Cultural Institute (ICDA) held a heartfelt event to name the institution’s Student Plaza in honor of Mrs. Engracia Franjul de Abate, recognizing her invaluable dedication, work, love for education, and commitment to the institution over the course of 38 years.

The event was led by Mrs. Darys Estrella, President of the ICDA Board of Directors, who delivered the welcome speech. In her address, she highlighted Mrs. Engracia Franjul de Abate’s career, emphasizing her commitment to education and tireless work in empowering underprivileged communities. “Her legacy is a testament to a life dedicated to service, education, and social transformation,” Estrella expressed.

The ceremony was attended by distinguished individuals, including members of the ICDA Board of Directors, family and friends of Mrs. Engracia Franjul de Abate, as well as collaborators and members of the educational community.

As part of the tribute, Mrs. Elizabeth de Windt, who served as Executive Director of the Dominican-American Cultural Institute from 1991 to 2013, presented a portrait of Mrs. Engracia Franjul de Abate. Later, the commemorative plaque was unveiled, officially designating the ICDA Student Plaza with her name.

Mr. Frank Abate, representing the family, gave an emotional speech of gratitude, highlighting his mother’s love and commitment to education and the community.

The ceremony concluded with an invitation for attendees to enjoy an exhibition featuring Salvador and Engracia de Abate’s pictographic collection in the institution’s Exhibition Hall.

Through this designation, the Dominican-American Cultural Institute pays eternal tribute to a visionary and exemplary woman whose impact will continue to inspire future generations of students and professionals.

Students celebrate Read Across America Day at the Domínico Americano School

On March 3rd, the Domínico Americano School joined the celebration of Read Across America Day, a day dedicated to promoting reading and a love for books in all their forms. On this day, students had the opportunity to read for 10 to 15 minutes, whether using books from the school library, those they brought from home, or digital formats.

This event, celebrated nationwide, aims to inspire young people to discover the power of reading, fostering imagination, knowledge, and the enjoyment of stories. In every classroom, students immersed themselves in their reading, creating an atmosphere of focus and reflection.

The celebration of Read Across America Day not only highlights the importance of reading in education but also demonstrates how this practice can connect people and enrich our culture.

Students receive a certificate for the value of the month of February: “Reverence for Life and Perseverance”

Last February, the highlighted value was Reverence for Life and Perseverance. We are proud to see how our students demonstrate these values in their daily lives, facing challenges with determination and commitment.

We congratulate the certificate winners for their dedication and perseverance, qualities that reflect their constant effort to improve themselves. This recognition is just a glimpse of their personal and academic growth.

Let’s keep growing together and building a future full of achievements!

Our students are participating in the Youth Chat 2025 event: a day of learning and empowerment

We are thrilled with the participation of our students in Youth Chat 2025, a unique event dedicated to youth development. This space for conversation and learning allowed our students to connect with successful role models, share experiences, and build their future together.

Youth Chat 2025 aims to empower Dominican youth by providing them with the tools and inspiration needed to achieve their dreams. Through talks, exchanges, and motivation, participants were able to strengthen their vision and commitment to personal and professional growth.

We congratulate our students for taking advantage of this valuable opportunity, demonstrating their dedication to continue learning and growing on their path to success.

This event has left a significant mark, and we remain focused on a future full of achievements and possibilities.