My abuela said, Tienes que ser como la palma. She also successfully redesigned the districts elementary Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP) to be the first restorative and therapeutic-based alternative program in the state. She felt there was a need for more targeted conversations and assistance per student and family in her classroom, so she enrolled in the Counseling program at the University of Houston-Main Campus. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Buffalo Bayou Partnership, TEACH, University of Houston-Downtown Advisory Board of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences,and theLatino Texas PAC, which he chairs. Mathematics curriculum and instruction with cultural relevance is my strongest interest. His commitment to building inclusive and diverse communities of practice and excellence has had a transformational impact in the schools and districts he has worked for. There, she earned a BS in Psychology from the University of Florida and an MS in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Central Florida, graduating with honors from both institutions. Gonzalez is also an accomplished opera singer who has been praised for their vocal power and acting. Michelle is from Brownsville, Texas and was raised by her grandmother, Amelia. In addition, she also serves Lynn Hispanic Scholarship Fund as a current Board member providing strategic guidance and structure. Dr. Velasco, program faculty at Harvards School Turnaround Leadership program, on issues including evaluation, teacher retention, and adult learning and development. She earned her doctorate in Special Education with a focus on multicultural education from the University of Texas at Austin she is a proud Longhorn. A graduate of Sam Houston High School, Ms. Rivera, a native Houstonian, was the first in her family to graduate from a four-year university, The University of Texas at Austin. Prior her policy work Natalia served as a Spanish Teacher and Teacher Leadership Development Coach. began his professional career as a middle school math teacher in West Philadelphia while earning his teaching certification at The University of Pennsylvania. Italia Cea grew up with value given to speaking multiple languages and expressing her culture. She is a firstgeneration college graduate and an American citizen in her family. While serving in New York, I applied to be a Teach For America Corps Member and was accepted into the TFA Phoenix Corps of 2012. Ivanna is the daughter of two loving Argentinean parents raised in Pasadena, Texas. In April 2022, Karen launched the inaugural cohort of the Puerto Rico Education Leadership Development Program (PRELDP)a collaborative learning opportunity, to support the improvement of the PRDEs ability to develop action needed reform, particularly at the mid-career level. She moved to Houston in 2008 where she took a teaching position as a Spanish teacher in Aldine ISD. I attended Boston Community Leadership Academy and completed my undergraduate studies at the College of the Holy Cross where I received my bachelors degree in Anthropology and Environmental Studies. She also had the privilege of being selected as one of 23 leaders, the only Latina, from across the country to found a KIPP School. Rosa is currently a District Director in the Massachusetts legislature and hopes to obtain a law degree to continue to support vulnerable communities. A native Californian, and son of a Mexican immigrant parent, Robert was the first in his family to go to college, attaining his BA in Psychology at UC Berkeley and a MA in International Educational Development from Teachers College, Columbia University. Raised by a family of educators and writers, Alma carries the passion for pedagogy and literature in her blood. Born and raised in San Franciscos Mission District, which once was a prosperous Latino neighborhood and has been most affected by gentrification, Tatiana has dedicated her career to Black and Brown equity and social justice. Latinos for Education is mobilizing a network of skilled Latino education leaders, who make sure the voice of Latino students and families is not only heard but also factored into decision-making in schools, communities and education institutions throughout the U.S. Our Aspiring Latino Leaders Fellowship and Latino Board Fellowship programs accelerate the careers of Latino professionals while providing them with the training, connections and support they need to succeed and create change. Lupita was influenced early on by her family and knew that her passion was to also advocate for the community she called home. She currently lives in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She joined the fellowship to re-enter the education world and continue the fight in supporting our Latino communities. I love working directly with students and their families, especially students who can relate to someone who followed a similar educational path and can also relate culturally. If Myrla is/was a leadership coach with TNTP, they are hiring an education coach with a salary range of $93K to 140K. is passionate about supporting an inclusive community of Latino leaders from diverse backgrounds. Joining the fellowship continues her lifelong obligation to serve others and rise above adversity, which was instilled by her mother (Janie), a retired educator in K-12 and higher-ed. She was the first in her family to graduate from college from Texas A&M University- Kingsville with a bachelors in Kinesiology and Psychology. Betsy has worked for a wide range of impactful organizations, including being a founding leader at a charter school that serves English Language Learners. Following the threads of the things that she cares about, Janices path has centered on increasing opportunity and access for people of color in general, and students of color in particular. 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. IG is full of them. She holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Texas-Permian Basin and a Bachelor of History- Mexican-American Studies from the University of Houston. In 2015 Mr. Toscano moved to Klein ISD as a district-level Specialist for the Multilingual Department where he was part of the design team for their Two-Way Dual Language program and supported multiple campuses in their efforts to better serve their English learners. Continues to learn about many ways to help Hispanic families who have a lack of knowledge in the field of special ed. Our People Our Leadership Our Board Julie Shapiro SVP, Strategy, Policy, and External Affairs She is a first-generation immigrant from Colombia who knows every child is capable of success when provided with support and opportunities. His leadership style is adaptable and proven in multi-national organizations, with sensitivity to organizational and social differences while delivering results. Elvira earned herB.S. In 2012, he was one of three founding middle school teachers at Voices, working to aid in the formation of a middle school vision, character development program, and Spanish and Social Studies curriculum. As an educator with 14 years of experience in Galena Park ISD, Aide embodies lifelong learning, demonstrated by commitment to furthering her education. One non-verified source on Twitter claimed that Johnny has a girlfriend that is not Myrla, but he has not made this public. Her desire to help others achieve their goals and have a better life is the reason she decided to become a bilingual educator. 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. She collaborates with teachers nationwide to promote the study of active citizenship, participating in the iCivics Educator Council and the National Constitution Center Teacher Advisory Council. Janine is responsible for navigating external politics, elevating awareness in the region, showcasing Rocketships impact externally while fostering collaboration with external stakeholders. He joined the fellowship program to help address this problem at the level of education and preparedness. Carmina also holds a Master of Education degree and two Bachelor of Science Degrees (Economics and Marketing) from Arizona State University. Bianca earned a Bachelor of Science in Teaching and Learning with an emphasis in Bilingual Education in 2013, from the University of Houston. Her mission is to equip teachers with the necessary instructional tools. In this role, she is eager to work shoulder to shoulder with youth to create better solutions for the community. That move required a change of career, language, culture, and lifestyle that she embraced with passion and hope. The Heights neighborhood had many apartment complexes where lower income families settled for semi-affordable living in the 90s. A list of his professional appointments include inaugural Houston board fellow with Latinos for Education; board member of Connect CommunityPurpose Built Communities, a Houston nonprofit focused on serving the unique needs of immigrant and refugee families; board president of the Emmy Saenz Foundation, a Texas nonprofit providing material support to Spinal Cord Injury survivors; inaugural member of the Teacher Advisory Council for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation; curriculum writer for Twin Cities Public Television, and board member of the East Education Project. Lilian started with YES Prep North Central in 2007, as a YES Corp member. Prior to working within BPS schools, worked at a community base health center for over 10 years with families/students that were managing the many psycho-social stressors which impacted their daily lives. Prior to joining Rocketship, Janine served as Regional Director for the California Charter Schools Association (CCSA), advocating for high quality public schools in an increasingly hostile environment. In addition, she has served as a resource for multiple teams and regions who have leveraged her experience and resources in support of their leaders. He suffered from dyslexia and was clinically diagnosed with ADHD. Jimmy is passionate about creating opportunities for students from underserved areas. She is looking forward to building a legacy of empowerment, love and joy. He currently works as a Trade Settlement Specialist in the Trust & Estate Planning department at Nixon Peabody where hes part of the back office team that handles Wealth management operations for high net worth clients. She also has experience teaching Spanish and Social Entrepreneurship. When I have downtime, I enjoy traveling, playing with my dogs, cooking, and trying new restaurants. Prior to joining the Salem Public Schools, Dr. Carmona was a school principal in Salem and Lowell and most recently a Regional Academic Director in Boston Public Schools. Lorena graduated from Boston College with a B.A. As a Latino Board Fellow, she hopes to bring together her experience in K12 school systems and education philanthropy to support organizations in developing and scaling program models that center the unique assets and needs of Latino students. Currently, Juan serves his community as a Director of Schools in the Bay Area where his twin loves of teaching and learning are only eclipsed by his infatuation with futbol, Oxnard, and Valentina hot sauce. Oneofthe Fellows reflected on the weekend sharing, This fellowshiphas cultivated a valued space for reflection and connection with other passionate, driven professionals. In this role, she supports emergent bilingual and students with learning disabilities by coaching teachers and providing students with 1:1 intervention support. in Finance from Texas A&M, as well as a M.F.A. Currently, Rosa serves as the National Associate Director of Development at Rocketship Public Schools and supports fundraising across the network. University of Texas-Pan American 2008 alum, and currently an Algebra II teacher at YES Prep Public Schools. She has led diverse teams as a Grade Level Chair, Instructional Coach, Teacher Specialist, and Assistant Principal. After graduating from University of Houston-Downtown, she served as a bilingual classroom teacher for the first ten years of her career. Dr. Rojas has earned a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and Change and a Masters in Organization Leadership through the Fielding Graduate University. Born and raised in Barranquilla, Colombia, and residing in Central Massachusetts for 15 years, Maria Isabel is a certified MCAD trainer and presently enrolled in an Executive Leadership Institute program. She attended the University of Texas at Austin, graduating with a Bachelor of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. She is the youngest of three siblings. Andy holds a dual B.A. Through the Latino Board Fellowship, she hopes to bring her experience partnering with school and business leaders to develop policies and practices that create a standard for diversity and equity. She received all of her primary and secondary education on her native island. I have participated in different committees with TEA, including the Dual Language Guidance Committee and a couple of Proclamations for language arts and mathematics, and different item revision and range finder committees for reading and writing. Rocketship has given me the opportunity and knowledge on how to support rising leaders under my management. I began teaching Elementary transitional students. Ms. Cruzs journey to the Lynn Public Schools began in Bridgeport, CT, where she served as a school counselor and led turnaround work district wide. She did her school studies at a Local High School. Shirley holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a B.A. She enjoys football season, spending time with her family as often as she can, and watching a ridiculous amount of reality TV. Throughout her career, she focused on ensuring high quality and equitable instruction for students, and the school districts she led saw improvements in student performance and success. Sergio Gallardo was born in Houston, Texas and currently works at the Arabic Immersion Magnet School as a Math Interventionist. I hold a Master and bachelors degree in accounting and finance from UTRGV and UHD. After high school, I attended Boston College, which was an incredibly eye-opening and transformative experience. In July 2017, he became the youngest member of the Board of Directors of First Literacy, a non-profit organization founded in 1988 by a group of corporate and community leaders, including former Boston Mayor Raymond Flynn and former Boston Globe publisher William O. Taylor. Her experience connecting community members to critical resources drives her work outside of the office. in Interpersonal Communications from The University of Texas at Austin. I graduated from high school in 2000, after I attended community college for psychology education. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor working with Spanish-speaking families and adolescents experiencing a variety of concerns. Gil has not revealed any information about his family . Tiffany leads with empathy, respect, humility, and considers herself a lifelong learner. In my downtime, I enjoy travelling, playing with my dogs, country dancing, gardening, and going to Texans games. Carlos is a financial services professional with experience in different fields such as, operations management, banking, trust operations and non-profit. He joined the team in 2016 and served as the Director of National Engagement, whe, atinos to professional development opportunities, Director of Diversity and Leadership at Teach, America, where he supported the organizations corps members and alumni of color across the country. Her professional experience is multipronged and includes human resources management, clinical leadership, and volunteering at cultural institutions. Previously, hewas theDirector of Diversity and Leadership at TeachForAmerica, where he supported the organizations corps members and alumni of color across the country. Education has always been an integral part of Anas upbringing and as a school leader, she strives to instill the same passion and love for education in others. Andy Canales is the Executive Director,Texas at Latinos for Education. Her Ph.D. thesis studied the implications of one-to-one learning in a rural setting in Costa Rica. Janice Reeves-Rivera grew up in Puerto Rico. At the end of her senior year Natalie was awarded a scholarship to attend Texas Christian University. She holds a bachelors degree in political science from the Univesity of New Mexico, a masters degree in teaching from the Relay Graduate School of Education, and a masters of education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Myrla entered the Texas-based season as a 34-year-old leadership coach with high expectations for her husband. Armando Segura was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia, and has lived in the United States for the past 24 years. My parents migrated from Michoacan Mx. in Chemistry and a B.B.A. Nakishas time in the classroom reinforced her values and further ignited her passion for educational equity and her desire to make an impact in the lives of children. Lorena Lopera is Executive Director,New Englandat Latinos for Education. Previously, Myrla was a Leadership Coach at TNTP. Ana co-founded the Prelude Music Foundation, a non-profit bringing Music Together to marginalized communities in Houston. If Gil works for Houston FD the salary range for fire fighters is listed as $46K to $55K. In addition, she is a Music Together teacher trainer. Throughout her undergraduate experience, she volunteered through AmeriCorps and the Bonner Foundation. Prior to joining Latinos for Education, Elvira was the Program Director for Secondary Science & Health in Galena Park ISD. Rosa Baeza was born and raised in Santa Ana, CA to Mexican immigrant parents. I was born and raised in San Francisco, CA in the Mission District, el corazn de San Francisco, home to many Mexican and Central American immigrants. In this role he worked to advance educational equity, opportunity, and access for marginalized students. She is a founding advisor of the Bring Change to Mind club which dedicates time to reducing teen mental health stigma and opening honest conversations on community wellness. He mainly focuses on student, family, and community engagement from an equitable lens; providing school-based, regional and community support and outreach to families around services; and participates in school-based team Instructional Focus understanding and access to families in their preferred method of communication and language. She was previously a Senior Research Associate at the Annenberg Institute for School Reform at Brown University. Ana McCoy was born in Juarez, Mexico and immigrated to the United States with her mother just a few weeks after birth. Dr. Isabel Martinez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and Cultures, Societies and Global Studies and Director of Latinx, Latin American and Caribbean Studies at Northeastern University. I focus on teaching the whole child through community support, parent workshops, and student involvement throughout the school. Altogether, Jessica has taught for 11 years- across 2 states and three districts. law degree from Boston University; and an LLM law degree from Temple University. 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. In this role, she supports the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer, and the Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer. She has bachelors degrees from The University of Texas at Austin and a masters degree from The University of North Texas. She has gained administrator and leadership experiences as a reading interventionist, literacy instructional specialist, and most recently, cohort leader for the Texas Reading Academies. This turned out to be one of the best decisions she has ever made. Prior to Ellevation, Shirley led Brand and Digital Marketing at Curriculum Associates and served as Vice President at EF Go Ahead Tours and Tours for Girls Scouts. I am able to relate to my students and have made it a goal to always motivate my students to keep up with their education. OTW Safety focuses on designing and manufacturing construction, event, and pedestrian safety barricades. Niurkas passion in social work is focused on education and empowerment. Isabella applied to the Latinos for Education Board Fellowship because there are not enough people making decisions in education who share a culture, language, and identity with the communities they serve. He is also the father of two magnificent children and husband of another lifelong educator. In 2020 Lety moved to Texas, where she continues to advocate for equity in public education. Shirley Cardona is a marketing executive with experience across consumer goods, travel and tourism, and edtech SaaS. No le hace que fuerte sopla el viento, la puede batir y pegar con granizo pero nunca la tumba. is a career educator with over 23 years experience in the K-12 field in both formal and informal educational settings. Irma is currently a Senior Manager for TNTPs workforce team. . Angelica is a Senior Program Officer at Schusterman Family Philanthropies, where she manages the teacher workforce portfolio. She now lives and works in the Spring Branch community and serves as the Director of Academics at YES Prep Northbrook Middle School where she is passionate about coaching & developing adults so they can show up as the best version of themselves in supporting students. She also earned her doctorate degree (Ph.D.) from the University of California, Davis with an emphasis in Language, Literacy, and Culture. In 2019 Toscano returned to Aldine ISD as the Assistant Principal at Keeble Primary. 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. Gabriela received her BA in Neuroscience from Emmanuel College as well as her Certification in Compensation Analysis through the Compensation Analyst Academy. Lora graduated from Baylor University in Waco, Texas in 2003 with a Bachelors in Education. As a first-generation Puerto Rican, Gladys is passionate about elevating the experiences of all Latino students, their families, and the larger community. Jimmy Aguilar is from East Palo Alto, CA. During this time Ellie obtained two masters degrees in both Criminal Justice and School administration. Johana Muriel Grajalesserves as the Director ofNational Strategy and Innovationat Latinos for Education. I currently work in the Business Office at Harris County Department of Education providing excellent financial services to our divisions and students. She is a proud Boston Public Schools Parent and. Elvira Morin Bates was born in San Diego, which is located in South Texas. Within this network, she learned about City Year and committed to serving in Boston. After graduating from UC Santa Barbara in 2014 he returned to his hometown to work at Aspire East Palo Alto Charter School, a TK-8 school. She also holds a master's degree in public administration from the University of Texas-Pan American. I was born in Raymondville, Texas, which is a town in south Texas. Elvira has a passion for developing people and designing systems that foster equitable education pathways for all children. What you choose to learn is up to you. Not knowing how she was going to use her two degrees of Latin American Studies and Psychology that combined her passion for dismantling systems of oppression and developing strengths in people, she landed back in Pasadena serving as a College Adviser with for the National College Advising Corps. Part of Gardner Pilot Academys leadership community for past 11 years in the role of Assistant Principal. She looks forward to working con ganas to improve education for Latinos. In Los Angeles I had the privilege of not only working with a diverse student population, but also a diverse faculty. Through this work, Lorena wants to ensure that students, educators, and families can move beyond fighting for access and focus on creating impact. His talent for supporting and empowering teams to restore dignity and purpose continues to be his greatest commitment to his work. She earned a PhD in Educational Foundations, Policy, and Practice at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU-Boulder) in 2015. Her manuscript, Becoming Transnational Youth Workers: Independent Mexican Teenage Migrants and Pathways of Survival and Social Mobility highlights findings from research examining the life courses of unaccompanied, out-of-school Mexican immigrant youths living in New York City and she is currently the lead editor of a forthcoming monograph, Beyond Digital Fronteras: Rehumanizing Latinx Education that focuses on the use of digital tools in HSI and Latinx Studies classrooms. She is also a member of the Education of Colors Coalition Leadership Team, co-chair of the Latinx Educator Resource group and founding member of the Educators of Color Mentorship Program in her district. She is currently Vice President of Marketing at Ellevation Education. Amanda began working on issues of educational opportunity and representation serving as the Vice President of Latino external engagementat Teach For America and a Director at The Bridgespan Group, supporting clients on organization and talent development. Jos Col serves as the Director of Greater Boston Programs at Latinos for Education where he oversees the planning and execution of local programs and services. Paola is an elected official in Harris County on the Pasadena Independent School District School Board. She is a proud Boston Public Schools Parent andcurrentCo-Chair of the Hurley K-8 School Site Council. AdrianaSols-Lpez is the Chief Development Officer at Latinos for Education. Prior to pursuing a career in education, Cecilia completed a Public Policy fellowship in the Central Valley of California. At Breakthrough, her community poured so much into her and made her realize that the academic needs of our students is part of the story and she was limited on how much she was able to serve. As a native spanish speaker, grounded in strong puertorican roots, she has leveraged language and biculturalism as a way to connect with her LatinX community. from Western Illinois University. In addition to his time at Teach For America, he brings over fifteen years of fundraising and leadership experience in organizations focused on education, vulnerable young people, anti-trafficking, and social entrepreneurship. Originally from Peru, he was raised in Venezuela and came to the U.S. as a teenager. I was raised in The Northside of Houston; a neighborhood of working class mostly immigrant and Chicano families. Jos Eduardos creative practice explores the relationships between language, memory, and space. 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