Homero Magaña

Professor Homero M. Magaña, M.A., M.S., PPS is a tenure-track instructor and Fieldwork Coordinator in the Graduate Counselor Education Program at California Lutheran University, where he's pursuing his doctorate and coaching the CHESS Male Initiative supporting Hispanic male students.

Over 18 years, he has guided students at all education levels, spending 14 years at Moorpark Unified School District championing English language learners, leading the AVID program, and coordinating 504 and diversity initiatives—managing caseloads up to 1,200 students while shaping educational policies and school culture.

As Founder/CEO of Magaña Education Consulting, LLC, he empowers educators and families through signature presentations including "From El Rancho to the White House," drawing from his experience overcoming poverty as an immigrant, migrant farmworker, first-generation college student, and English Language Learner. His consulting provides comprehensive Tier 1-3 services instilling resilience, passion, and advocacy.

Homero immigrated from El Rincón De Don Pedro, Michoacán, Mexico at age 12 without English, working seven summers harvesting alongside his father before earning degrees from UC Berkeley, San Diego State (M.S. Counseling), and CSU Northridge (M.A. Educational Administration), with study abroad in Spain and Morocco.

A bilingual K-12 counselor since 2006 and consultant for California's College Access Initiative, his advocacy led him to introduce First Lady Michelle Obama at the 2014 White House College Opportunity Summit. He's addressed thousands at state and national conferences including the California Association of School Counselors.

His recognition includes Nissan's "Hispanics Who Dominate" campaign, the California SPARC Award, and "Champion of Education" Award. He lives with wife Paola, sons Diego and Milán, and golden retriever Coko.

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HOMERO MAGAÑA

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Professor Homero M. Magaña, M.A., M.S., PPS is a tenure-track instructor at California Lutheran University .

Immigrating from Michoacán, Mexico at age 12 without English, he worked seven summers in the fields before earning degrees from UC Berkeley, San Diego State, and CSU Northridge. With 18+ years in education—including introducing First Lady Michelle Obama at the 2014 White House College Opportunity Summit—he's a nationally recognized bilingual keynote speaker and "Champion of Education" Award recipient advocating for equity and higher education access.

Homero immigrated from Michoacán, Mexico at age twelve without knowing English, worked alongside his father in the fields for seven summers, and went on to earn degrees from UC Berkeley, San Diego State University, and CSU Northridge, with study abroad experience in Spain and Morocco.

A nationally recognized speaker, he introduced First Lady Michelle Obama at the 2014 White House College Opportunity Summit and has received honors including the "Champion of Education" Award and recognition in Nissan's "Hispanics Who Dominate" campaign. He lives with his wife Paola, their two sons, and their golden retriever Coko.

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Keynote Speaker tailored topics

Resilience & Overcoming Adversity
From El Rancho to the White House: The Power of Opportunity
First-Generation Student Success
The Immigrant & Migrant Experience
English Language Learner Empowerment
College & Career Readiness
Harvesting Educational Opportunities
School Counseling Excellence
Supporting Latinx Family Wellbeing
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Education
Embracing Our Stories: Celebrating Differences
Creating Caring Campus Communities
Anti-Bullying & Student Belonging
AVID & Academic Achievement
Grit & Growth Mindset
Parental Engagement in Education
Navigating the Education System as an Immigrant Family
Advocacy & Systemic Change in Schools
Cultural Proficiency for Educators
Mental Health & Wellness for Latinx Students
Overcoming Undiagnosed Learning Disabilities (ADHD)
Building Social Connections for Success
Passion & Purpose in Your Educational Journey
The Transformative Power of Education
Leadership & Mentorship in Education

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Student Assemblies & Programs

Elementary School Assemblies

Middle School Assemblies

High School Assemblies

College & University Convocations

Student Leadership Conferences

New Student Orientation

Graduation Ceremonies

AVID Program Events

College Signing Days

Educator & Staff Events

Teacher Convocations

Faculty & Staff Professional Development

Back-to-School Kickoffs

School Counselor Conferences

Administrator Leadership Training

Counselor Education Programs

District-Wide Staff Meetings

Parent & Family Events

Parent Engagement Nights

Family College & Career Workshops

Parent University Programs

Bilingual Family Events

Title I Parent Meetings

Migrant Education Family Conferences

School Counseling Events

School Counselor Association Conferences (State & National)

Counselor Professional Development

Counselor Education Graduate Programs

ASCA National Conference

CASC State Conference

College Access & Readiness Events

College Access Conferences

TRIO & Upward Bound Programs

Gear Up Events

College Application Workshops

Financial Aid & Scholarship Nights

Transfer Student Events

Cultural & Heritage Celebrations

Hispanic Heritage Month

Latino Leadership Summits

Immigrant Heritage Events

Día de los Muertos Programs

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Events

DEI Professional Development

Cultural Proficiency Training

Anti-Bullying Programs

Inclusive Campus Initiatives

Equity Summits

Higher Education Events

University Convocations

Graduate Student Orientations

Hispanic Male Initiative Programs

First-Generation Student Conferences

Study Abroad Programs

Community & Nonprofit Events

Community Education Days

Nonprofit Galas & Fundraisers

Migrant Education Conferences

Workforce Development Programs

Library & Community Center Events

Mental Health & Wellness Events

Student Mental Health Conferences

Latinx Family Wellness Programs

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Training

Counselor Wellness Workshops

Conference & Association Events

California Association of Bilingual Education (CABE)

California Association of School Counselors (CASC)

National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)

Supporting Immigrant & Undocumented Students Conferences

Education Equity Conferences

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Testimonials

Homero has successfully developed leaders in education and in corporate.

“I want to start by thanking Homero,

he is just an amazing story, an

amazing person. a clear reminder of

why we are here today and what we

are working for.”

Michelle Obama

Former First Lady United States Government

“Since leaving the SDSU program,

Homero has gone on to do amazing

things in school counseling. He has

modeled the excellence we teach to

support students to be leaders,

advocates, and systemic change

agents. Homero has had an

extraordinary career as a school

counselor thus far.”

Trish Hatcher, PhD

Author/Leader in School Counseling Hatching Results

“Homero presented in Oct 2022 at

California Lutheran University. The

students felt a strong connection with

him because he integrated props and

different voices to make his

presentation very authentic and

engaging. The presentation was

tailored to students, and it prompted

them to think about their future and

long-term goals.”

Silvia Neves, PhD

Title V Project Director California Lutheran University

“Homero was very organized and

prepared and adjusted his

presentation the same day to address

an issue that came up with our

students. Our students loved his

dancing and storytelling.”

Ellen Huizar

School Counselor John Muir Middle School, Burbank, California

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