창의적이고 재능있는 팀 없이는 우리가하는 일을 할 수 없습니다. 그들은 우리의 사명을 가능하게합니다.
전무 이사
She/Her/Hers
Cathy는 2012 년에 APIE에 합류했으며 경험 많은 교사, 캠퍼스 관리자 및 부교육감입니다. Ph.D. UT의 Cooperative Superintendency Program을 통해 교육 행정에서 그녀는 진정한 Longhorn입니다. Cathy에는 2 명의 자녀가 있으며 달리기와 사이클링을 즐깁니다. 수학 교실 코치가되는 것은 그녀의 주간 하이라이트입니다.
Program Director
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Isadora joined APIE in 2023 and is a former academic dean, director of middle school, and teacher. Formerly a crime journalist, Isadora switched careers to become an educator and earned her M.Ed. in Education Administration in 2015. Originally from the Rio Grande Valley, she loves Mexican food, the beach, and walking with her husband and son.
Finance/HR Director
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Barbette, who has an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and many years experience in nonprofit financial and administrative management, joined the APIE finance team in 2011. Barbette is a long-time fan of Longhorn football, Ballet Austin, and Broadway shows.
개발 이사
Wendi는 2016 년에 교육 분야의 광범위한 비영리 개발 경험과 George Washington University의 MBA를 통해 APIE에 합류했습니다. 원래 워싱턴 DC에서 온 그녀는 야외 활동, 음식, 여행, 미니어처 닥스 훈트를 즐깁니다.
대학 준비 옹호자
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Elena joined APIE in 2024 as a College Readiness Advocate. She graduated from Texas State University in December 2023 with a double major in Psychology and Social Work. In her free time, she enjoys playing video games such as Animal Crossing and Mario Kart with her friends. Elena is an avid reader and loves exploring new coffee shops to fuel adventures both on and off the screen.
MATH CLASSROOM COACHING MANAGER
개발 코디네이터
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Joe joined APIE in 2018 as a member of the Americorps VISTA program. He earned his bachelor’s degree from from Williams College and has experience tutoring reading at multiple AISD schools. Joe enjoys learning new languages, going to shows, Austin FC, and volunteering weekly as an APIE Math Classroom Coach.
SALESFORCE SPECIALIST
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Chris는 2017 년에 APIE에 합류했으며 Salesforce 데이터베이스의 구성, 지원 및 개선을 담당하고 있습니다. 그는 독서, 요리, 하이킹, 아이들과 어울리는 시간을 즐깁니다.
Finance/HR Manager
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Melina joined APIE in 2023. She earned her MBA at Texas Woman’s University and is an AmeriCorps VISTA alum. She has a passion for working in nonprofit and volunteering. Melina enjoys crocheting, playing tennis, and taking care of her plants.
대학 준비 옹호자
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Danna joined APIE in 2023 as a College Readiness Advocate. After gaining a BA in Political Science from Simmons University in Boston, MA, she became a TFA 2019 Corps Member from the Rio Grande Valley where she taught AP Government and AP Microeconomics. She transitioned to Austin and taught AP Government, AP Microeconomics, and Personal Financial Literacy. She is passionate about expanding accessibility and granting the opportunity for students to reach their full potential.
Lead Advocate
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Luz loves finding new ways to let her creativity flow, whether it’s through sewing, makeup, or nail art! On days when she is happy to turn her brain off, watching “The Devil Wears Prada” with her cat is the way to go.
Lead Advocate
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Michele graduated from the University of Texas at Austin and worked as a middle school educator in AISD for 26 years before joining APIE in 2022 as a GEAR UP Advocate. Her husband is also a teacher and they have two sons. She enjoys reading, crocheting, and travel, and rooting for the Longhorns.
학교 연결 관리자
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Wen joined APIE in 2022 after working several years in prevention programs to serve AISD middle and high school students. She believes all students deserve access to quality wrap-around supports so that they may thrive. During her free time, Wen likes to hang out with her nieces and nephews, watch comedy, and cook vegetarian Vietnamese food.
Lead Advocate
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Tristan joined APIE in 2022 after completing his Master of Arts in Depth Psychology & Creativity at Pacifica Graduate Institute. Tristan has worked in education in a multitude of roles: tutor, substitute teacher, academic coach, test proctor, reading instructor, outdoor educator, and now, College Readiness & GEAR UP Advocate. In his free time, he writes poetry, trains Shaolin-style kung fu, and pursues a second Master’s in Counseling.
Lead Advocate
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Lexy joined APIE in 2022 as a GEAR UP Advocate with experience working as a Preschool, Elementary and Middle camp counselor. She is a Texas State Alumni with a Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences. Her goal is to support underserved populations with a focus on education as well as overall health and well-being. In her free time, you can find her on the Greenbelt with her puppy.
Fundraising and Events Manager
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Rebekah joined APIE in 2024 as the Fundraising and Event Manager. Rebekah has her BS in Accounting from Portland State University. She recently moved to Austin from Portland, Oregon, where she was the Development Director for a free community medical clinic. Rebekah enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 daughters, traveling, reading, and running.
교육을 통해 삶을 변화시키기 위해 헌신하는 활기찬 팀의 일원이되고 싶으십니까? 학생들을 지원하고 성공하도록 돕는 데 열정이 있다면 여러분의 의견을 듣고 싶습니다. 오늘 우리와 함께 신청하십시오!
Austin Partners in Education will be closed beginning Friday, December 22 and ending Friday, January 5. We will return to normal business hours on Monday, January 8. All emails, phone calls, and volunteer background check applications will be completed upon our return. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Happy Holidays!
Austin Partners in Education cerrará comenzando el viernes 22 de diciembre y hasta el viernes 5 de enero. Volveremos al horario comercial normal el lunes 8 de enero. Todos los correos electrónicos, llamadas telefónicas y solicitudes de verificación de antecedentes de voluntarios se completarán a nuestro regreso. Gracias por su paciencia y comprensión. ¡Felices Fiestas!