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About Lorenzo de Zavala
October 3, 1788-November 15, 1836
Born in Yucatan in 1788, Lorenzo de Zavala dedicated much of his life to fighting oppression. That was certainly true when his former ally, Santa Anna, established a centralized regime suppressing Mexican Federalism. Zavala did the only thing he could to weaken the leader's iron grip: he helped bring about the Texas Revolution.
Zavala's political experience and reputation as a principled fighter made him an ideal ally for the Texas cause. Earlier in life, he was jailed for criticizing Spanish rule over Mexico. And after Mexico's independence was established in 1821, he helped write the new country's constitution.
During his time in Mexico, Zavala held many elected and appointed offices. But in 1834, Zavala's allegiance would shift north. That’s when Santa Anna's consolidation of power grew strong. Zavala resigned in protest and headed to Texas.
Zavala's new loyalty to Texas was complete. He signed the Texas Declaration of Independence, helped write the Texas constitution, and served as the Republic's first vice president.
In October of 1836, ill health forced him to step away from public life. A month later, on a near freezing day in November, Zavala's rowboat, with him in it, overturned in Buffalo Bayou. Zavala developed pneumonia from which he never recovered. The hero who helped secure Texas independence was laid to rest in a family cemetery near the San Jacinto Battleground.
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History of de Zavala Middle School
Location
Lorenzo de Zavala Middle School is located on a sloping 22 acre site. A federally protected Wetland and Waters of the U.S. run through the heart of the campus. Rather than shy away from the challenging site, the school district and architect sought to embrace the wetland, creating a living laboratory for the over 900 students who attend.
Conservation
Lorenzo de Zavala is an unprecedented model combining environmental conservation and advanced curriculum. The curriculum is formulated around the school’s site with a focus on hands-on, real-world, practical experience.
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Mission and Vision
Mission Statement
At Lorenzo de Zavala Middle School, our mission is to provide an environment that cultivates accountability, responsibility, and lifelong learning both socially and academically.Vision Statement
Our vision is to be an innovative campus that provides equity for all, closes achievement gaps, and empowers students to be the best version of themselves. -
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