He has volunteered as a parent, community member and stakeholder to a variety of educational outreach programs such as Houston Real Men Read and the Read Houston Read programs with Houston ISD for over 25 years. I attended Aldine Schools my entire educational career, from elementary school to high school. My name is Ralph Toribio. Amira comes from a family of educators in Mexico, and she firmly believes that everybody deserves equal opportunities to grow and thrive in life. According to her LinkedIn, Myrla is a leadership coach at TNTP and has been a principal and teacher in the past. She then pursued her masters in school counseling, at Lamar University, in Beaumont Texas. In 2006, she earned her Masters in Educational Leadership and in 2009 she earned her superintendents certification. In 2016, she co-chaired the largest parent-led candidates forum in San Jose hosting both city council and state Assembly hopefuls. As an adoptive mother, Paola is an advocate for adoption and foster care. Dominique has always been passionate about diversity and equity and believes that L4Es Rise as a Collective value sets an important framework for the future of our society and the role that community should play in it. Adriana is the Literacy Coach at Putnam Avenue Upper School in Cambridge Public Schools. Ana started her education career as a Teach For America corps member in Denver, Colorado where she was a 5th grade bilingual ELA teacher. As I have grown, Ive realized that my experience not only shaped me into the resilient and resourceful adult that I am (still becoming) but it has also given me the ability to connect with families. One of Lillie Pineros three sons, he was raised to be a proud Boricua. A few years after moving permanently to the U.S., Martha started a position as Directors Assistant in a Spanish Immersion after-school program in Cambridge, MA. Throughout her career, Lorena dedicated over 10 years leveraging relationships to resource quality educational opportunities for youth and families. She is excited to join the fellowship in the effort to learn how to continue to influence excellent outcomes for high needs Latino students. This sparked her love for education and passion for equity, she taught as a Special educator and school leader for 8 years. She began her teaching career in PR where she taught 7th grade Life Science and 4th-5th grade Environmental Science at Casa Pueblo in Adjuntas, PR. She has been an Adjunct Professor for Lesley University and a member of the Massachusetts Board of registration for Speech-Language Pathology-Audiology. Robert is currently the Director of Grants Management and Evaluation at The Brown Foundation, where he oversees both the technical components of grantmaking at the Foundation and the analysis of grant reporting and programmatic results. She has bachelors degrees from The University of Texas at Austin and a masters degree from The University of North Texas. A featured speaker at various conferences, Ruby Rivera continues to emphasize the importance of higher education to students of all ethnic backgrounds and the value of increased minority enrollment to Texas colleges and universities. in Sociology and Romance Languages from Harvard University. She joined the fellowship to re-enter the education world and continue the fight in supporting our Latino communities. She is a California native who has worked extensively with the California state legislature and with the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans. Justin has led as a Registrar, Director of Campus Operations, Director of School Operations and mostly recently as the Managing Director of School Operations. Her desire to help others achieve their goals and have a better life is the reason she decided to become a bilingual educator. At EPACS he served in various roles. I spent the last 8 years dedicated to STEM and Language education within the KIPP Texas-Houston network. As a proud Venezuelan immigrant, he is passionate about working hard to help Latinos to build a better future for them and their families. Sabrina was born and raised in Miami to Cuban and Dominican immigrants. First in the Historic Houston Heights and then in The Northside of Houston. I am my ancestors' wildest dreams. At the end of her senior year Natalie was awarded a scholarship to attend Texas Christian University. Lety now works for Rocketship Public Schools Texas as their Senior Education Organizer. Her passion is rooted in the belief that all individuals deserve a quality education and an equitable environment in which they can succeed. Texasis one of six states thatattributesall its population growth between 2000 and 2010 to the increase in its Latino population. She is currently the Director of the Harvard Dental Center where she serves as a member of the Centers leadership team. Shelby has worked as a researcher, educator, and leader in the fields of higher education, community education, and K-12 education for the past fifteen years. It was wonderful to meet so many strong Latino educators and reminded me of my purpose in education. She is committed to empowering families, so that together, they can help all children achieve their goals and dreams. Outside of work, Isabella is a Zumba Instructor, loves to travel, and has a very inquisitive toddler. He draws his passion to drive educational equity by closing gaps in postsecondary education outcomes from his experience growing up low-income and undocumented in Pasadena, TX. She is also a mother and has two children. Cynthia is a member of the Brockton School Committee serving in her 2nd term. I then attended Sam Houston State University and received my Masters Degree in Educational Administration. Previously, as a Partner, Michelle led TNTPs academic strategy, leader and teacher recruitment, and development and effectiveness work in Memphis, Philadelphia, and Camden. . As a Senior Manager in the HISD College Readiness Department, he oversees programming that support immigrant and Latinx seniors and families through the ALAS/Wings advising team and Dreamers committee, as well as aligning a team of managers and advisors that support over 2500 seniors at 17 high schools. Leading the staffing and recruiting strategy for a range of far reaching education consulting projects in the Southwest region. Married at First Sight couple Gil Cuero and Myrla Feria didn't have the smoothest journey on the controversial marriage experiment. She is a first-generation immigrant from Colombia who knows every child is capable of success when provided with support and opportunities. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, traveling with her husband, reading, and taming her unruly garden. She is passionate student advocate who also served as a professor at San Jac. in Hispanic Studies. For the past 25 years, Dr. Urrea has helped multiple governments and non-government agencies-to empower and support schools and communities of learners to evolve from traditional teaching methods into progressive learning environments. She is a proud Black and Puerto Rican woman. Mercedes started with YES Prep Public Schools in 2015, after previously working in the Corporate Profit Legal field for 4 years and realizing that her calling and passion was in giving back to the community. Angela Cala migrated to the U.S. twenty years ago with her husband and the dream to build a family with better opportunities. My education philosophy is that children of color deserve the opportunity to imitate and cultivate their potential for computer science and mathematics. Heholdsa doctorate in Educational Leadership and Entrepreneurship from Johns Hopkins University with an emphasis on Human Capital Developmentand lives in Jacksonville, FL since 2018. She is a first-generation college graduate and obtained her B.A. He was nominated as an Influence 100 Fellow as well as ASCD emerging leader. As a first-generation college graduate, Gonzalez understands first hands the challenges and difficulties that face many students. I am an educational leader to help change the status quo of Latinas and the marginalized underserved! She uses her Latinx identity to influence all students and families, especially those from minoritized groups. @mafslifetime S13. Aide Batarse immigrated from Mexico to the United States as a teenager a few decades ago. Cheated for not having access to a better education. He moved to the US not speaking English. Keeping it positive, the leadership coach responded, "When you are blessed . Joshua is a proud son of two diasporas, born to a Puerto Rican father and an Ashkenazi Jewish mother raised in New York City. Liliana serves as Program Manager in Research & Innovation at SHPE. Additionally, Shelbys expertise as a leader lies in strategic planning, change management, community building, program development, policy development, and quality improvement. Adrianahas dedicated her career to social justice work and has workedin variouslocal and international nonprofits in the San Francisco Bay Area for over ten years. As an immigrant and former ESL student, she understands the needs and lack of systemic and cultural knowledge that affect many immigrant families. Soniris recently completed her Masters in Science in Education with a concentration in Teacher Leadership from Walden University. R.D. She hopes to continue to champion educational access for immigrants in and around the East Boston community. I transitioned from adult probation to juvenile probation, and I realized that I could help prevent the recidivism of juvenile delinquency if I were in the education field. She graduated from Indiana University as a Hudson and Holland Scholar and holds her B.A. His work also focuses on liftin the voices of marginalized students and families, especially those in the BIPOC and English Language Learners community. Also, she has worked in academia as a professor of Translation Studies and Spanish Language. is passionate about supporting an inclusive community of Latino leaders from diverse backgrounds. As the Director of Retention at Mount Wachusett Community College, Shelby designed and implemented a college-wide student retention plan amidst a crisis in student enrollment and worldwide pandemic. Bilma also taught middle school English Language Arts in the Gulfton community in Southwest Houston before law school. I was born and raised in Houston, TX and love being able to make an impact in the educational sector in my hometown. In the pursuit of a better life, my parents crossed the Mexico/USA border with a little girl in their arms. Her favorite picture book is Dreamers/Soadores by Yuyi Morales. She wanted to make a difference and become a better support to teachers and students but not only in her school. Maria Isabel Gariepy is a passionate leader in the fields of DEIJ (diversity, equity, inclusion and justice) currently serving as Chief Diversity & Equity Officer at Worcester State University. This led to a change in career paths. Leticia de la Vara advises TNTPs executive team on strategy, accountability, innovation, and the implementation of organization-wide initiatives. Thu Nov 18, 2021 at 5:43pm ET. In this role, she manages thedesign and implementation of national strategy tied to growth and innovation imperatives to ensure more Latino leaders and entrepreneurs are at the front of closing the education gaps facing the Latino community. Passionate about educational access after graduating college she returned to Sao Paulo and worked for three years as a College Counselor managing the U.S. State Department Opportunity Funds Grant supporting high achieving low income students in Brazil to apply and pursue their undergrad in the U.S. Mara Gilyard is the Family and Community Organizer for Greater Houston at Latinos for Education. Niurka is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker that is dedicated to fostering trauma-informed spaces, promoting safety, adequately supporting survivors of trauma, and justice. all its population growth between 2000 and 2010 to the increase in its Latino population. Fun fact Dr. Rojas rode his Harley with his daughter from Murrieta, CA, to Brevard, NC, in the summer of 2019 while completing his dissertation. For the past 2 years I have been working at Hillsdale High School in San Mateo, CA as an instructional assistant in the schools Special Education Department and this year will start my new role as the Family Engagement Coordinator. Ruth M. Lpez, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies in the College of Education at the University of Houston. The student body in Boston includes 42.5% Hispanic students who bring to the school district the asset of being bilingual, biliterate and multicultural. There she was tasked to create a college going culture by collaborating with counselors, teachers, and students. I have worked in Aldine since 1998 where I started at Reece Academy as a Paraprofessional. She holds a Masters in Educational Leadership from the University of Houston and is certified as a Texas Principal. She started her career in education working as a community organizer at Sociedad Latina in Mission Hill. Firm in her commitment to education and literature, Alma earned a Masters of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in English from Western New England University. Claudia Urrea worked at the Interamerican Development Bank as a consultant in the education sector, and at One Laptop Per Child organization as Director of Learning. Natalie moved out of the classroom and became an administrator at Brays Oaks as a Dean of Students, Natalie is currently leading the Culture Team as the Director of Student Support for the Brays Oaks campus. At any Aldine Campus, you can trust that students learn, students have many experiences, and most importantly, they are loved! She was born and raised in Stockton, California the city that plays a pivotal role in her personal identity. After receiving her Bachelors, she moved to YES Prep Brays Oaks where she taught 6th/7th ELA, served as the 6th Grade Level Chair, and Middle School Dean of Students. Her educational experiences as a young English Learner in schools has always been a motivating factor to advocate for all students in the position she was once in. Previously, Lorena served as Director of Development at BES, a national organization focused on school leadership formation. Leyvaserves as theChief of Staffat Latinos for Education. 425 posts. After graduation she went back to her roots at North High School where she was hired as a Spanish teacher and worked in that role for 8 years. I was also a proud recipient of the Aldine Homegrown Scholarship, which allowed me to transfer to the University of Houston Main Campus and graduate with my Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. She lives in Houston, TX with her husband and two sons. Recently, Jimmy has stepped into the Assistant Principal role focusing on schoolwide instructional practices. Prior to that role, Dominique worked in School Operations for two charter school networks (KIPP and Uncommon Schools). This has also led her to continue her own education, as she is currently pursuing her M.A. Felicia has worked for over 20 years in college access, leadership development, and strategic planning for higher education institutions and non-profit organizations. Her love of music led her to co-found Mercury Chamber Orchestra. Sergio attended Auburn University on a full scholarship where he discovered a passion for public policy and education; here he learned how to advocate for and connect immigrant families to government, legal, and educational resources. That move required a change of career, language, culture, and lifestyle that she embraced with passion and hope. Since then, it has been my passion to help disadvantaged students. She brings over five years of experience as a school administrator and her areas of expertise are coaching, professional development, blended learning, and supporting English Language Learners. Amira has a Ph.D. in Spanish Language from the University of Houston, a Masters in Latin American Literature from the University of Calgary, and a Bachelors in Spanish Literature and Linguistics from Tec de Monterrey. Her passion for Human Resources led her to obtain a certificate in Strategic Human Resources Leadership from Cornell University and to her enrollment in the Institute for Non-Profit Management Leadership Program. She also serves as a Board of Education member for her local school district. She is excited to learn more about and lend her expertise in thinking about ways to support the schooling of Latinx immigrant youths in Massachusetts. In addition, Carlos is a Certified Career Coach, a Northeastern university graduate and alumni of 2019 Aspiring Latino Leader Fellowship. She is passionate aboutequipping individuals and communities with the tools to participate in the political process, as well as the intersections between media, technology and civic engagement. Rosa is currently a District Director in the Massachusetts legislature and hopes to obtain a law degree to continue to support vulnerable communities. I am honored and proud to start this new journey at Eckert Elementary, where students SOAR ABOVE THE REST! Previously, Lorena served as Director of Development at Building Excellent Schools (BES), a national organization focused on school leadership formation. Talking about Myrla's ethnicity, she belongs to the white ethnicity and holds an American nationality. She wants to continue preparing to grow as a Latina leader in education in the U.S. and learn better ways to help her community blossom. She is determined in creating similar positive opportunities for others like she had, if not better. As the granddaughter of Cuban immigrants, she is driven by her belief in the power ofeducation and works to ensure all children have equitable access to high-quality educational opportunities. Currently she is a doctoral student at Baylor University where her focus is on learning design and organizational change. Dr. Huizenga taught courses covering school law, curriculum, instruction and assessment, and prepared future educators and leaders for service in public education. When becoming a mother, her passion to advocate grew. What you choose to learn is up to you. She is a Smithsonian Latino Museum Studies alum, a Fulbright-Hays scholar, and currently serves as a Houston Coalition Against Hate board member. He is experienced in impacting top-line revenue by developing and executing go-to-market strategies focusing on people and processes. Before being a Curriculum Instructional Specialist, Lora was a U.S History teacher for 17 years in a Title I school in Houston ISD. Jimmy Aguilar is from East Palo Alto, CA. Her work as a public education teacher inspired her journey toward advocating for educational equity. Paola is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas, BA in Communications and Philosophy and Dallas Theological Seminary, MA in Counseling. Gonzalez is also an accomplished opera singer who has been praised for their vocal power and acting. Since then she taught for 10 years in the classroom and moved to a central office position in 2005. Pasadena ISD is one of the largest school districts in Texas with over 80% Latino students. I see it as a ticket to having options. She lives by the words of Delores Huerta, who has reminded us that every moment is an organizing opportunity, every person a potential activist, every minute a chance to change the world.. In 2013, I became the district instructional specialist for Bilingual/ ESL 4-6 and DL for K-8. Dr. Lara has a bachelors degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland University College and a masters in educational administration from Texas State University. MAFS fans were furious to find out the changed relationship status of Gil Cuero and Myrla Feria at the reunion. Sandra believes deeply in the limitless potential of children and in the power of education to transform communities. Prior to joining Latinos for Education, Elvira was the Program Director for Secondary Science & Health in Galena Park ISD. Dr. Kike Lopez currently works as an assistant principal at Campbell Middle School in Cypress Fairbanks ISD. TNTP's official website is www.tntp.org What is TNTP's Revenue? I attended Aldine Schools my entire educational career, from elementary school to high school. in Biology and M.S.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Houston. I was an Assistant Principal at Goodman for 6 years and 1 year at Gray Elementary. In 2020 they launched the first-ever LGBTQ+ initiative for the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) at the local and national level, since then they have been serving as the Director for ALPFA Pride at the Boston chapter. She is a proud alumni of the Latino Board Leadership Academy (LBLA), Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE), Latino Leadership Alliance (LLA) and Leadership San Jose fellow of 2020 through Silicon Valley Organization (SVO). Since then, she has dedicated nearly two decades to supporting students and educators. There, Ms. Cruz led a number of progressive initiatives, most pointedly those directly impacting improvement with instruction and school culture. Elvira Salazar is the Director of Online Learning & Technology at Latinos for Education, where she leads the strategy, design, and implementation of online learning and development opportunities for Latinx leaders across the country. After graduating from Boston Latin Academy, one of three selective public exam high schools in Boston, she enrolled at Stonehill College for her Bachelors. Betsy Castro is the founding Vice President of Finance and Operations at Latinos for Education, where she brings deep experience in finance and operations, entrepreneurship, project management, and strategy. He started his career at DeAnda Elementary where he was part of a team that helped turn-around the campus into a leading school for Houston ISD. At the core of Adrianas beliefs on education is Frederick Douglass quote, Once you learn to read, you will be forever free. She is enthusiastically committed to doing her part as a literacy educator and leader to make this a reality for all students. Her goal as an educator is to encourage education, advocate for her students to have a better future and have a passion to be a lifelong learner. Ivn is a current student at Texas A&M at Kingsville, where he is enrolled in a Doctoral Program in Bilingual Education. Samantha Aderserves as Latinos for Educations Managing Director of People & Organization Effectiveness. Ana McCoy was born in Juarez, Mexico and immigrated to the United States with her mother just a few weeks after birth. Judys current efforts include working collaboratively with a range of educators to provide research-based professional development for curriculum design, teaching, and learning, implementing the teacher evaluation process and program assessments, and developing coherent practices for school improvement. in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Houston Downtown. During his time there he taught 2nd, 3rd, and 5th grades, served as aMath Lead,Classroom Culture Model Teacher, and won a grant by the National Wildlife Federation to start the schools first campus garden. 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