Mrs. Milagros (Mili) Henríquez-Soto is a distinguished educational consultant and an adjunct faculty member at the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL), specializing in dual language education,biliteracy development, and second language acquisition. With over four decades of experience across Puerto Rico and Texas, her career includes roles as a bilingual educator, content specialist, and Director of Dual Language Curriculum and Development for Houston ISD, where she spearheaded the implementation and expansion of dual language curriculum and facilitated comprehensive professional development for educators and administrators. Since joining Dr. Sandra Mercuri’s Educational Consultants team in 2020, Mrs. Henríquez has partnered with multiple districts to consult in dual language curriculum design and implementation and professional development in research-based instructional strategies. In addition to her consulting work, she is currently a faculty member at UHCL, where she teaches Language Learning courses and serves as a Field Supervisor for the Hawks Teach Residency Program. A recipient of the prestigious Milken Educator Award in 2002, she holds a Master of Education in Teacher Leadership with a concentration in English as a Second Language from Lamar University and frequently presents her work at national conferences.
Diverse learners are a foundational asset to the modern classroom. By leveraging students' unique cultural identities, educators cultivate an inclusive environment that fosters mutual tolerance and acceptance. In today’s global landscape, we must facilitate opportunities for students to establish healthy relationships prioritizing shared values over divisive factors. This approach promotes social cohesion and contributes to a more equitable world.
B.A. Elementary Education
M.Ed. Teacher Leadership/ English as a Second Language
A.A. Elementary Education
