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Explore the latest stories, features, and community highlights showcasing La Fuerza Latina’s scholars, alumni, and continued impact across the Truckee-Tahoe region.

La Fuerza Latina: The Program Opening College Doors for Truckee's Latino Youth

Moonshine Ink - March 12, 2026

An in-depth look at La Fuerza Latina’s decade of impact, featuring scholars and alumni whose educational, professional, and personal paths were transformed through individualized guidance and long-term mentorship.

LFL founder and student pose in picture at Truckee High School

Community Collaborative Tahoe Truckee Annual Awards

Craig Rowe was recognized for his work through La Fuerza Latina, which provides local Latino students with free college guidance, meaningful mentorship, and a dependable network of support.

Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation - December 22, 2025

LFL students gathered with Town Council members in Town Hall chambers

Honoring Service and Spirit

Town of Truckee - November 11, 2025

The Town of Truckee honored Craig Rowe and La Fuerza Latina for expanding educational opportunity and providing long-term mentorship to more than 100 local scholars.

LFL Founder Craig Rowe sitting on counter top in front of fridge

Leveling the Playing Field

Edible Reno-Tahoe - 2025 Cooks Edition

A personal profile of Craig Rowe and the origins of La Fuerza Latina, exploring how mentorship, community, and individualized guidance can transform students’ educational possibilities.

Local High School Senior Isaac Pacheco Martinez Accepted to Harvard and Yale

Sierra Sun - May 7, 2024

La Fuerza Latina scholar Isaac Pacheco Martinez earned admission to both Harvard and Yale, demonstrating the power of academic preparation, community involvement, and sustained mentorship.

Craig Rowe Named a Finalist for California State 2023 Teacher of the Year

Chalkboard Champions - August 10, 2023

A profile of La Fuerza Latina founder Craig Rowe and his commitment to giving first-generation and underrepresented students the preparation needed to compete for selective colleges and scholarships.

'She's a Fighter': Carillo Goes from Truckee to D.C.

Sierra Sun - November 12, 2022

This article follows La Fuerza Latina scholar Marlenne Carrillo’s journey from Truckee to Washington, D.C., highlighting her resilience, academic success, and commitment to creating opportunities for her community.

Local Climate Advocates Host a Video Contest
About Climate Justice

Sierra Sun - May 13, 2022

Members of the La Fuerza Latina Climate Team partnered with local advocates to launch a student video contest focused on climate justice, environmental awareness, and youth leadership.

Plan of Attack

Moonshine Ink - May 12, 2022

Local students reflect on overcoming financial and educational barriers with support from La Fuerza Latina, their teachers, and community mentors as they prepared for college.

Three students standing in front of Yale lawn

New Horizons: College Prep Program Helps Latinx Students Excel

Sierra Sun - April 2, 2021

A look at how La Fuerza Latina’s college preparation program is helping local Latinx students excel and pursue new educational opportunities.

LFL founders and two students sitting at desks in classroom

The Sun Rises for Everyone

Moonshine Ink - April 12, 2017

An early look at the founding of La Fuerza Latina and its work helping talented first-generation Latino students access advanced classes, college preparation, and new educational opportunities.