“Houghton Mifflin Harcourt is pleased to present this scholarship to such a talented educator,” said John Sipe, Vice President of the Western sales region.“We value our ongoing relationship with CABE and are proud to support the association and Rosanna as they work to develop and improve education programs for English learners and bilingual students statewide.”

The one-time $5,000 scholarship is awarded to a member of CABE in good standing, who is an aspiring school leader pursuing an advanced degree in education with the goal of becoming a superintendent, and who demonstrates a passion for supporting ELL students.

Rosanna, originally from the East Bay, expresses a deep passion for educational leadership and administration. After focusing her education on the history of advocacy surrounding bilingual education in California, Rosanna began her professional career as a bilingual teacher and then principal for the Hayward Unified School District. She complements her current position at San Jose Unified with doctoral studies in Educational Leadership in Social Justice.

“I am so honored and excited to receive this scholarship,” said Rosanna.“Working in a district leadership role provides me the opportunity to advocate for educational equity on behalf of English language learners and bilingual students — something about which I am extremely passionate and to which I am deeply committed.”

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt values the opportunity to partner with CABE to support bilingual teachers in California as they pursue advanced leadership roles. CABE is a non-profit organization incorporated in 1976 to promote bilingual education and quality educational experiences for all California students. CABE honors our richly multicultural global society and recognizes that respect for diversity strengthens our local and national community.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and CABE are now accepting applications for the 2011 scholarship. For detailed scholarship information, or to fill out an application, please visit their websites.