Robert Jackson
Dr. Manny Scott
Dr. Joyce Epstein
Dr. Val Hill-Jackson
Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson, Fulbright Scholar, and an American Educational Research Association (AERA) – Spencer Dissertation Fellow, is an assistant professor of critical educator preparation in the Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development at Texas A&M University in the P12 School Administration program. Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson served as the Assistant Dean of Educator Preparation and School Partnerships in the College […]
Desmond Rudd, Ed.D.
Dr. Desmond Rudd is driven by a profound commitment to empowering urban communities with the necessary resources and educational opportunities for sustainable growth across generations. With a wealth of experience and expertise in nonprofit management, operations, fundraising, K-12 education systems, family engagement, DEI, and board governance, he employs these tools to enhance the well-being of […]
Shana McIver
Shana McIver, Senior Director of Learning and Practice for Learning Heroes, brings to the team close to twenty-five years of diverse experience in the education sector. Her expertise spans human services, community engagement and pre-K-12 education. Previously serving as the Family Engagement Director at Baltimore City Public Schools, she has led numerous initiatives to strengthen […]
John Meade
John Meade serves as Director of Community Partnerships with the Houston Independent School District. John leads a team responsible for engaging various community stakeholders to maximize external resources to support schools, students, and their families in the largest school district in Texas. John has over 15 years experience in communications and community relations and has […]
Alaa “Ally” Abdulmajid
Alaa “Ally” Abdulmajid is a native Houstonian who holds a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies EC-6 from the University of Houston and a graduate degree in Counseling from the University of St. Thomas. With 12 years of experience in managing projects, programs, and teams within education, counseling, and the nonprofit field, Ally has dedicated her […]
Najah Callander
Najah Callander currently serves as the Senior Executive Director of External Engagement for Houston ISD where her responsibilities focus on growing and fostering relationships with families, community partners and organizations on behalf of the District. With more than 15 years of experience in community engagement and the non-profit sector, Najah uses her expertise in grant-making, […]
Samantha Foote
Samantha’s mission is to strengthen, guide, and empower parents, children, and adults to develop emotional awareness, improve social skills, and gain effective coping skills resulting in improved peer relationships, increased family harmony, and a calmer & more relaxed demeanor. She is a board-certified music therapist, a Positive Discipline Parent Educator, and a registered Music Together […]