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Archive 2003 > Mayor Bloomberg Honors Celia Cruz By Naming Bronx High School After Her
 
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Mayor Bloomberg Honors Celia Cruz By Naming Bronx High School After Her
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Bronx, NY - August 20, 2003 — Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced the opening of a new high school in the Bronx named the DeWitt Clinton High School/Lehman College Celia Cruz Bronx High School of Music in memory of the Salsa Queen. This new high school grew out of DeWitt Clinton High School in collaboration with Lehman College. Health Plus is a strong supporter of both these institutions.


Director of Communications Kathryn Soman and Manager of Community Relations Rolland Garcia, both of Health Plus, a long time supporter of the High School, stand with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg

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