In my classroom, I feel best when I’m learning with and from my students. Across our school community, we have the best chance at success when we illuminate the thoughts and perspectives of our students.

This work is about ensuring our students are supported academically, and that they can pursue passions that build character, ambition, and perseverance.

Among the many things I appreciate about KIPP, I love that this organization is not only a place for young people to grow into great leaders, but also a place where staff like me can live out our passion every day at work.

Watch what happened when this all-girl robotics team from KIPP SoCal Public Schools took on their first competition.

My students are my driving force in this work, and I hope for them, I’m a daily reminder of what it looks like to use your voice and create change any way you know how.

Students are able to have greater impact when then feel seen, heard, and valued by all adults in the building and by each other.