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Our Farewell to Carvalho 
by Sofia Maya, Junior, iPreparatory Academy; Pia Rugel, Senior, iPreparatory Academy; and our Advisor, Ms. Melissa Keller
Any internet search would reveal the myriad of personal awards and district accolades for the tenure of Alberto M. Carvalho, Superintendent of Miami Dade County Public Schools from 2008 to February 2022 and Principal of iPreparatory Academy.  However, anyone who knows Mr. Carvalho knows that the awards are only the surface of a dynamic man who has touched the lives of everyone in his community.  From students to staff to teachers and to administrators, each has a different story.  What stands out most about Mr. Carvalho to the students and teachers isn’t that he is Superintendent/Principal, but rather his everlasting presence and personality. 

iPrep as Carvalho’s Vision
Mr. Carvalho has always maintained a close relationship with his teachers and staff. Ms. Molly Villucci, current Test Chairperson and Internship Coordinator, remembers her first meeting with Carvalho, which was when, before the opening of school, he joined the staff as they painted the (old) front mural.  This memory is a testament to Mr. Carvalho “rolling up his sleeves” and interacting with the staff.  More recently, at the start of the pandemic, long-time iPrep teacher Bradley Sultz recalls his own run-in with Carvalho while playing volleyball in Miami Shores with his wife, Ms. Hauser, a teacher at iPrep at the time, and his two kids, both iPrep students. Carvalho appeared “out of nowhere” on his bicycle and swiftly “joined in” on the game. During a very tense and stressful time, Carvalho was able to relax with just one of the many “iPrep” families. 
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Mr. Carvalho greeting a classroom
PictureMr. Carvalho, Ms. Gonzalez, and Ms. Diaz
       

His Presence
Ms. Aillette A. Rodriguez-Diaz, succeeding Principal of iPreparatory Academy, relays that Mr. Carvalho’s frequent visits to iPrep (and other schools) keep him connected to everyday realities and our most important asset- the children.  In fact, Mrs. Rosario, iPrep kindergarten/first grade teacher, explains that the children always run over to him and “hug him.”   
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When chatting with high school students who have been at iPrep since pre-k/kindergarten, they certainly remember Carvalho’s frequent visits to their classrooms. For example, one of Max Sultz’s, iPrep sophomore’s, fondest memories with Mr. Carvalho is when he was in elementary school, Carvalho would join him in the cafeteria, talking about his interests “planes and tanks and cars… and he'd just sit there and listen." And, something both amusing and endearing are the students’ memory of Mr. Carvalho, as both senior, Deliliah Sabatella, and junior, Khailah White, remember that he would wear black suits.  Delilah quips, "We would always tell him he needs to dress in more colorful clothing,” and Khailah mentioned how she once confronted Mr. Carvalho about his black suit, telling him "You wear the same suit every day."​
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Sources say Mr. Carvalho was a frequent presence at iPrep, often strolling through the hallways to uplift his day.  Retired science teacher from iPrep, David Palladino, remembers that during his visits “he would challenge students to Ping-Pong games… building camaraderie with them” (and still does to this day).  Other days, as the students were in classes learning, Carvalho would “just show up” and stand quietly in the back, “like a Ninja” observing.  And one of the most recent activities at iPrep, the Music Club’s 2021 Holiday performance for the high school, Carvalho popped in with a speech, and, as singer freshman Dafne Porri, defines, Carvalho made a song request for Bohemian Rhapsody, and, quite organically, he began performing with the students.​​
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Mr. Carvalho playing ping pong with iPrep students
“Lead with a Heart”
One of Carvalho’s special abilities is to make a lasting impact on the people he meets. One of the many people he inspired is our “new” principal, Ms. Aillette A. Rodriguez-Diaz.  Ms. Diaz describes how Carvalho is an “exemplary leader” who is able to inspire others, and, most importantly, “lead with a heart,” focusing his passions for education and students by surrounding himself with people that share the same vision.  He is able to connect with others easily and display his fondness for those under his care. As well, Ms. Diaz emphasizes the fact that Carvalho has been a great inspiration as she steps into his role as Principal of iPrep Academy. She hopes to “continue his legacy” and to keep iPrep at the highest “level of prestige.”​

Similarly, Ms. Molly Diallo, Social Studies teacher at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High and Francisco B. Walker Teacher of the Year 2019, spotlights the influence that Carvalho has made on her life. She expressed how Carvalho motivated her to “lead with a heart,” moving her to become a “public servant” and current Council Member of Bay Harbor Islands, helping improve her community as Carvalho does. ​
The “Ally”
Carvalho’s engagement and heart are what led him to focus on a high risk population of students. Lisa La Monica, a Wellness/TRUST Counselor who has been working to support the LGBTQ++ community since 1993, had much to say about all the crucial work Mr. Carvalho has done for LGBTQ++ youth in Miami-Dade County. Ms. La Monica spoke of how he, as a true ally, has met with the Miami Coalition for Queer Youth (a group of community organizations based in Miami that have come together to support and uplift  LGBTQ++ youth) multiple times a year, a “type of collaboration… not offered by any Superintendent before him.” Ms. La Monica expressed just how dedicated Mr. Carvalho has been to this community, never faltering as he continues to serve all students despite any opposition he has faced, labeling him a “guardian of and hero for all youth.”

As we bid a bittersweet goodbye to our Principal and Superintendent, we can’t help remembering all the times he “was more.” He is our “black suit,” “ping-pong champion,” “Ally,” and “Ninja.” He cares for his community with a genuine compassion rare in the world of politics. But, most importantly, he is a man who leads “with his heart.” ​Tchau, Mr. Carvalho. You will be missed.​
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      • Letter from the Editor: #Respect
      • Hispanic Heritage Month at iPrep
      • Top Four Business Schools in America
      • Suicide Prevention Month
      • The Winners of the Jules Kluger Annual Visual Arts and Writing Contest
      • Getting to Know Ms. Pujadas
    • October 2022 >
      • Letter from the Editor: #Responsibility: A Lesson for the School Board
      • The Psychology Behind Colors
      • Playing Sports as an iPrep Student
      • United Way at iPrep
      • On Teaching Literature
      • Underline and Grove Central
    • November 2022 >
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        • Holocaust Awareness and How Students are Making a Change
        • A Dedication to the Seniors
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        • Senior Events!
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        • Dear Poet Project
        • Letter From the Editor
        • Dead Poet Society
      • March 2022 >
        • The Dreaded College Application Process
        • The Chinese Zodiac
        • Women Frontline Workers During COVID
        • This is Mother Monster’s World, and We’re Just Living in It!
        • #Cooperation is ubiquitous at iPrep
        • The Impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict in the world
        • Letter From the Editor
      • February 2022 >
        • Small Poetry Collection
        • Hidden Figures
        • Spearheading #Kindness
        • "The King of Soul"
        • Prices are Rising, Should you be worried?
        • Our #ValuesMatter Teachers
        • Letter from the Editor
      • January 2022 >
        • Our Farewell to Carvalho
        • Letter From the Editor
        • The Peak
        • The Promethean Child
        • The Bright Futures Scholarship
        • Our #ValuesMatter Teachers
      • December 2021 >
        • The Tardigrade: The Toughest Organism
        • Should We Be Worried About Omicron?
        • My Soulmate
        • Club Spotlight: Don't Want to be First Shot Club
        • The Leaders of HIP
        • The Revolution of the "New Look"
        • Letter from the Editor
        • Our #ValuesMatter Teachers
      • November 2021 >
        • Making Someone Smile-- A Spotlight on Key Club
        • Students Becoming Teachers - HIP Club Spotlight
        • Exploring College: Florida's Top Public Universities
        • Letter From the Editor
        • Our #ValuesMatter Teachers
      • October 2021 >
        • Club Spotlight: The Music Club
        • Find your Niche: My Experience with URGENT Inc.
        • The Daily Life of the Demon King
        • A Trip to Never Forget: The Freshman Kayaking Trip
        • Are Air-Pods Bad for Your Health
        • Met Gala 2021: The Pillars of American History
        • Letter from the Editor
        • Our #ValuesMatter Teachers
      • September 2021 >
        • Exploring College: Schools in Miami
        • Detroit: Become Human - An Analysis
        • The Art of Letting Go
        • By The People, For the People, With the People
        • Letter From The Editor
        • Our #ValuesMatter Teachers
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        • Dear Poet
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        • Senior Dedication 2021
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        • Dear Poet
        • Autism Awareness Month - The History and Current Controversy
        • Holocaust Remembrance
        • A Cry For Justice
        • #ValuesMatter: To Spot a Lie
        • #ZipOde
      • March 2021 >
        • Contemporary Marginalized Writers
        • Women At The Grammys
        • Being A Woman: A Poem
        • How Cooperation Enhances Life
        • Lethal League Blaze: Baseball But Actually Interesting
        • Junior Podcast
      • February 2021 >
        • Baba Chuck's Hat and Social Justice
        • 2020: The Year of Black Voices
        • 2020: A Black Girl's Testimony
        • The Economics of Valentine's Day
        • #ValuesMatter: Kindness
        • The Fate of the Summer 2020 Olympic Games: What Does their Future Hold?
      • January 2021 >
        • Yes, Ms. Gorman. It’s been some “hill,”
        • Junior Journeys: Buff Up Your Resume
        • My Collection of Poems
        • Hello, My Name Is
        • 2 Realities In 1 Game
        • Have No Fear of Failure
      • December 2020 >
        • Ho Ho Holiday Movies Ranked
        • SPACE DOGGO: The One Adventure of Chris Snoop
        • More Than A Game
        • Op-Ed on Patriotism: The Difference Between Patriotism and Nationalism
        • The Root of All Bias
        • Adventures of Quarantine
      • November 2020 >
        • College Essay: There is no life without water
        • My Love Letter To All Lowerclassmen
        • Rainy Weather
        • The Fraud of Voter Fraud Accusations
        • #ValuesMatter: Citizenship
        • City Behind the Mountains
        • Spotlight on Literacy
      • October 2020 >
        • Tenant Movie Review
        • Hispanic Heritage Month
        • Dear Poet....
        • The Senior Struggle
        • ¡Viva LA Responsabilidad!
      • September 2020 >
        • How Do I Join The Coast Guard?
        • Values Matter: Respect
        • Teacher Check-In
        • A Short History on K12
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          • For Every High School Senior
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          • A COVID-19 Journal
          • My Crazy Experience with Quarantine
          • I Am Not Endorsing Joe Biden
          • Inspiration Found in 10 Minute Stories
        • Internet Interviews >
          • Interview of Odette Albert (My Grandma)
          • A Quarantine Interview
        • Prescribed Poetry >
          • "Sleep Evaded"
          • "In Front and Behind the Veil of Change"
          • "Trapped"
        • The Middle School Corner >
          • Fictional Channel 20 News Interview
          • "Quarantine Fidgets"
          • A Glimpse into the Virus
          • My Quarantine Journal
          • Solidarity
        • The Values that Matter during COVID-19: Sympathy
      • March 2020 >
        • Malala Yousafzai: My Women's History Inspiration
        • An Excerpt of "Our Ethical America"
        • Primaries Update: The Road to 1,991
        • Scarlet: A Short Story
        • The History of St. Patrick's Day
        • Phoenix Flyer Horoscopes: April
        • March Letter from the Editor
      • February 2020 >
        • Kobe Tribute
        • The Corona Virus
        • Single on Valentine's Day Survival Guide
        • #NotAgainSU
        • My Mother, My Inspiration
        • February Letter from the Editor
      • January 2020 >
        • iPrep Survival Guide
        • Flaws of Tik Tok
        • The Women in My Life
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