Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools
Fernando Zulueta expressed deep admiration for Armando, highlighting his music’s profound impact and the global reach of his message of hope and empowerment. He praised Armando’s new song, “Dream Come True,” for its simplicity and beauty in educating children. Fernando was initially hesitant to accept the NACS HOF award, feeling it should recognize the collective effort of thousands of people, particularly those helping low-income children. He acknowledged his colleagues and partners, emphasizing their shared purpose in reimagining education and building a better world through their work, which he described as a small but enduring ripple in a larger ocean.
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Fernando Zulueta’s Speech on Accepting the NACS HOF Award
- Fernando Zulueta expresses his gratitude to Armando, describing him as a son and admiring his music, considering himself a “pit bull ologist.”
- He highlights the importance of Armando’s voice, noting its global reach and the pureness of his heart, which spreads messages of hope, joy, and empowerment.
- Fernando praises Armando’s new song, “Dream Come True,” for its simplicity and beauty, and for its impact on educating and enlightening children.
- He shares his initial conflict about accepting the honor, feeling old and not wanting to be singled out, but ultimately accepting it on behalf of the thousands of people he works with.
- Fernando acknowledges his colleagues and partners, including his wife and daughter, and emphasizes the collective effort in their journey to reimagine education and build a better world.
