Jamal Encalade
“I am at a crossroads in my service and career, and there’s a real sense that if I am not intentional about the next steps, I’ll do a disservice to…
Hannah Mason
“As a Surge Fellow, I hope to gain essential skills that lend to my advocacy and passion for ensuring equitable outcomes for Black and Latinx students. Understanding the complexities of…
Elijah Mobley
“I am committed to the mission of transforming urban education for youth and communities of color. Having witnessed firsthand the challenges and disparities within the education system, I am eager…
Chelsi Chang
“Surge means giving me the tools and resources needed to be a leader in the ed space. Most importantly, it means helping Black and Latine students define dignity in schooling,…
Camille Turpin
“Personally making a “difference” in education is not only about innovating new policies, projects, or reinventing the wheel. Showing up everyday and providing quality support to students letting them know…
Ashley Peel
“Surge to me means networking with educational leaders at the intersection of policy and action. It means that together, we will be able to collaborate, ideate, and problem solve to…
Arlaysha Hood
“Becoming a Surge fellow allows me to amplify my voice by strategically utilizing my platform and experience to heighten mental health awareness for Black and Latinx students in DC. As…
Aric D. Fulton Jr.
“Surge, to me, represents a transformative journey towards reclaiming agency for Black professionals navigating white supremacist culture. As a Surge Fellow, I aim to cultivate a supportive community aligned with…
Ann-Katherine Kimble
“Surge for me, represents a commitment to amplifying and learning through the unique expertise and lived experiences of Black and brown leaders across the education landscape. This happens in a…
Alison Waddy
“The Surge Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to engage, collaborate, and build within a community of like-minded education professionals. As a fellow, I look forward to leveraging resources and benefitting…