Phone: (512) 596-5417

2028 E. Ben White Blvd #240-5417
Austin, TX 78741

Our People

Our team brings joy, optimism, and our full humanity to the urgent and important work of ensuring every child has a well-prepared teacher.

Our People

We are a team of educators, instructional designers, parents, and advocates who share clarity and optimism about what it takes to ensure every child has a well-prepared teacher.

We believe this is a deeply human effort, and we create collaborative and supportive learning communities where people can bring their full, authentic selves. We approach this urgent and important work with joy, care, and humility, seeking to create a society where all children thrive.

 

Staff

Mark Getchis

Mark Getchis

Program Manager

Melany Justice

Melany Justice

Senior Director of People and Operations

Griselda Rodríguez

Griselda Rodríguez

Senior Manager of Events and Administration

Valerie Sakimura

Valerie Sakimura

Executive Director

Amy Wooten

Amy Wooten

Chief of Staff & Strategy

Board of Directors

Alma Rodríguez

Dean of the College of Education and P-16 Integration, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley