Arizona School Boards Association
Arizona School Boards Association
Hispanic-Native American Indian Caucus (HNAIC)

Hispanic-Native American Indian Caucus (HNAIC)

Leading the way in promoting equity and opportunity for Hispanic and Native American students across Arizona.
Hispanic-Native American Indian Caucus (HNAIC)

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of Students enrolled in public schools in Arizona are Hispanic. 4% of students enrolled in public schools in Arizona are Indigenous.

What is the HNAIC?

The Hispanic-Native American Indian Caucus (HNAIC) is committed to enhancing the educational opportunities and outcomes for Hispanic and Native American students in Arizona. Through state-level dialogue, advocacy, and action, HNAIC aims to address the specific educational needs of students of color in our communities.
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Key Focus Areas:

  • Equity and Opportunity
    Working to close the opportunity and achievement gaps for Hispanic and Native American Indian students.
  • Advocacy and Representation
    Promoting legislation and ensuring positive representation of Hispanic and Native Indian American board members within ASBA.
  • Community Engagement
    Fostering positive relationships among school boards, communities, political leaders, and ASBA.

Meet the HNAIC Officers

The HNAIC is led by dedicated education leaders who are passionate about improving educational opportunities for Hispanic and Native Indian American students.

HNAIC Officers

Cesar Lopez

Cesar Lopez

HNAIC President

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Marcarlo Roanhorse

Marcarlo Roanhorse

HNAIC Vice President

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Lillian Acker

Lillian Acker

Secretary – Fountain Hills USD

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Bylaws and Governance Documents

Understand the foundational rules that guide the HNAIC’s mission and operations.
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Become a Member of HNAIC

Membership in the HNAIC is open to anyone committed to improving educational outcomes for Hispanic and Native American students. Whether you are a school board member, district staff, or a community supporter, your involvement can make a difference

Membership Types

  • Regular Membership
    Open to any elected or appointed member of a public board of education in Arizona that is an active member of ASBA.
  • Associate Membership
    Open to district-level staff from ASBA member districts.
  • Friends of the Caucus
    Open to other individuals interested in supporting the work of the caucus.

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Questions?

For any questions regarding the Hispanic-Native American Indian Caucus (HNAIC), please contact:
Kristi Sisk, Director of Executive Support and Liaison to the ASBA Board of Directors
Email: ksisk@azsba.org | Phone: 602-254-1100

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