Testimonials
Listen to what Denise Louie Education Center’s donors, families and alumni are saying about us.
Here’s what people are saying about Denise Louie Education Center!
Success Stories
We checked in with former alumni parents and students to see how they were doing. The following video captures the importance of why a head Start makes a difference, especially during a pandemic.
And be sure to scroll down to view more testimonials!
Rachel Woo, DLEC Alumni
“Because of all the help my family received by the kind people at the Denise Louie Education Center my parents were both able to get the support they needed to not only balance a family life but pursue their own dreams. In addition, my head start experience prepared me for kindergarten and beyond, and today I am a 19-year-old University of Washington student, studying Veterinary science. All of this because DLEC opened up their doors to low income, immigrant families like ours.”
Anonymous Parent
“We moved to Seattle in the beginning of the year and my child adjusted well within a short time after she began at DLEC. She has made friends and is happy to be at school. Thank you so much to all the staff at Magnuson center!”
Erika Ortiz, Lead Teacher
“I give because I believe that when children have a head start in life, it will lead them on a path to many future successes. I am a proud parent of a DLEC alum and am honored to be a part of our team in closing the opportunity gap.”
Shu Ying Cao, Cook, 25+ years at DLEC
“I give to show my support for the work that we for children with special needs, just as my own son had received it over 20 years ago.”
Anonymous Parent
“I love sending my kid here. He loves going and the staff does a wonderful job and feels safe and Ik my kid is going to be okay when I leave him. They are like family at this point.“
Tiffany Morgan, Operations & Facilities Manager
“I give because I appreciate all that has been given to my family and I. I feel like it’s my duty to give and help bring unity and support to our community.”
Nina Luu, Family Services Supervisor
“I give because I believe in our team and the valuable services we provide to our children and families each and every day. I’ve witnessed firsthand the power of DLEC’s quality education through my younger sister who has now graduated college with honors and is now working in research to find cures for cancer.”
Anonymous Parent
“I want to thank my HV. She is very sweet, speaks my language, and can talk to our child in our language. I like how teacher Barabara teaches, and has seen a lot of growth with her as my daughter’s teacher. Teacher Barbara works with me to help my older daughter. She will tell me when something happens with my daughter, and the communication she has with other parents. Teacher Barabara always wants to work together. Fana will sing our country songs, and play games from back home.“
Kibrome, Former Family Services Specialist
“I donate because I would like to show my support and commitment to children. I also believe such support will help strengthen the services we provide to our children.”
Kai Shih, Board Member
“My parents, wife, and much of my extended family are immigrants, so this is an issue close to my heart. But more broadly, I just think that we can ‘move the needle’ the most by helping the more vulnerable parts of society. I contribute more of my time and money to DLEC than to any other cause, including my own kids’ schools.”
Joan Cole Duffell, Board Member
“I have been a longtime supporter of this work because DLEC has a 40-year history of serving low income. immigrant families whose kids need the “Head Start” (literally and figuratively) that comes from quality early learning and social-emotional programming.”
Anonymous Parent
“DLEC is a fantastic program. We are so thankful for our child getting to learn in a loving and supportive environment with a truly diverse class.“
Peng Tea, Community Member
“This is a cause that hits close to home as my family immigrated to the Seattle area in 1980. My parents arrived without any money nor the ability to communicate in English. They were sponsored by an American family who took us to programs similar to the DLEC to help my parents get on their feet as quickly as possible. These families immigrate here because they seek to have a better life, and they also work very hard. Supporting these immigrant families will help them acclimate to the culture and environment much faster than it normally would take otherwise.”
Kert Lin
“I am a teacher. I work with hundreds of families every year. Thanks to Denise Louie, I was able to grow in my community, with people from my community, and build that community-connection.”
Tammy Huynh
“I am a Denise Louie alumni and I work in the healthcare field. I assist hundreds of people to get access to healthcare services every year. Thanks to Denise Louie, I was able to get a headstart in my education and without Denise Louie, I would have not been able to get a head start.”
Rath C.
“Since attending DLEC my daughter has learned her basic education her cousins are learning in Kindergarten. My daughter learned so much and worth the experience. I travel from Sea-Tac and sometimes Auburn to drop off and pick her up but it’s so worth it. She has even got accepted into her local school without testing to join kindergarten when she turns 4.”
Loan N., DLEC Parent
“My family and I were homeless at the time when my daughter enrolled at Denise Louie Education Center. As a limited English speaker, they help me navigate resources available for my family that I would not have known about otherwise, especially due to the language barrier. Today, we have a place we call home and my daughter is ready for Kindergarten this fall. I highly recommend Denise Louie Education Center!”
Rebecca F., DLEC Parent
“This is our son’s first experience with Preschool. He’s excelled with learning his letter, numbers and colors and has made many friends along the way. The education team is caring as they are diligent in ensuring that all students receive the best education environment to learn and thrive.”
Jenny H., Former DLEC Parent
“Denise Louie Education Center provided me the support and stability I needed as a single mom to return to school as my daughter got a proper head start in life and beyond.”
Jackie L., Former DLEC Parent
“Both my daughters attended Denise Louie Education Center. I am so grateful for an organization that cherished my girls and taught them not just about letters and numbers but also how to be kind and respectful to everyone they meet no matter the color of their skin or their cultural differences.”
