Houston Metropolitan Chapter of NCBW® 100 to Honor Superintendent Goffney With Award

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The Houston Metropolitan Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW® 100)is recognizing Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney for her contributions to education at its 3rd Annual Blackshear-Rockwell Scholarship & Community Heroine Awards Reception.

Goffney took the helm of Aldine ISD in July 2018. She has increased student achievement in every district she’s served, including Aldine ISD, by focusing on early childhood education, literacy, targeted professional development for teachers, and collaboration across the community, including developing business and school partnerships, parent engagement, and increased communication. Dr. Goffney has received numerous awards and honors for her efforts. The superintendent also believes in maximizing opportunities, developing leaders, and providing opportunities for all students. As a result, Goffney is active in many organizations. Click HERE to learn more about the Aldine ISD Superintendent.

The mission of the NCBW® 100 is to advocate on behalf of black women and girls to promote leadership development and gender equity in the areas of health, education, economic empowerment, and public policy.

NCBW® 100’s education advocacy agenda focuses on eliminating disparities, improving outcomes and graduation rates, preparation for vocational school or college, and promoting an emphasis on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics) education, historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and access affordability. The organization delivers support services that help black women and girls achieve their educational goals by supporting positive experiences, fostering a positive self-perception and self-respect, encouraging excellence in education, and promoting positive lifelong goals to create future leaders.

A letter to Goffney stated, “Your contributions align with our education national program, exemplifying the core values and mission of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. … Thank you for being a guiding light in the Houston area community.”

The reception honoring Goffney and the Houston chapter’s scholarship recipients will occur on Saturday, June 29, at 12 p.m. at The Houston Room. Attendance is by invitation only.

At the reception, Dr. Goffney will speak briefly to scholarship recipients about her journey, encouraging them on their path.