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“We can make a difference”: superintendent of Ponce education region takes the reins toward decentralization

Enrique Torres Turrell outlines his expectations at the helm of what is expected to be the first local education agency under the Department of Education

September 29, 2024 - 9:00 PM

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Enrique Torres Turrell considers the decentralization of education to be a complex task, but one that is necessary to ensure that schools have the resources they need. (Suministrada)

By Keila López Alicea

Periodista de Noticiaskeila.lopez@gfrmedia.com

Enrique Torres Turrell began his career in the Department of Education as the first first grade teacher at the Ramón Emeterio Betances School in Ponce 29 years ago. When he arrived at the school, the school principal at the time even offered him another position, surprised that a man would accept the position to educate the youngest children, a position that even today is typically occupied by women.