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Rising With De Colores: Tapping Into the Resources of la Comunidad to Assist Under-Performing Chicano-Latino Students

This article explores the dynamics and educational potential of De Colores Community Learning Center, an after-school program serving low-performing Chicano-Latino children. The article discusses the foundational characteristics of De Colores and its quest to become a model of empowerment, instead of a more traditional model of service. Finally, it examines the potential of targeted, multi-resourced prevention intervention program, with high levels of community participation, as a possible alternative to special education placement. Preliminary data suggests that this school-based, community-supported program is having a positive academic impact, while fostering a renewed spirit of partnership among participating families and the school. Key words: Latino education, special education, prevention interventions, remediation, community-based learning, parent involvement