Ms. Cabrera-Lopez is a member of the Mayan-Mam community of the Western Highlands of Guatemala. She has been with the Department of Multicultural Education since 1999. In her current role as Mayan-Mam language interpreter, community liaison, and professional development presenter, Ms. Cabrera Lopez, brings a wealth of information and resources to share with all participants. In addition to providing professional development to teachers, administrators and support staff, Ms. Cabrera Lopez has also provided training for the Children Services Council and the Health Department of Palm Beach County regarding the Mayan diaspora in Palm Beach County, specifically in areas of culture and languages. As a distinguished member of the Mayan community, Ms. Cabrera Lopez brings her personal experiences as a former ELL student, her success, and struggles to every presentation allowing participants to engage and learn about her culture.

The History of Mayan students in Palm Beach County
Discover the contributions, challenges, and resiliency of the Mayas through their culture, languages, history, religion and myths. Learn about the Mayan students that have lived in Palm Beach County for decades and the recent arrivals.

A distinguished team of Mayans, members of the Akateko/Kanjobal and Mam communities will help you understand Mayan students in Palm Beach County. Participants will also learn useful phrases in Akateko/Kanjobal and Mam to break barriers with students and families from the Mayan culture.