LaJenné Alcantar
I chose Surge because I was ready to choose myself in every way. As an educator, I want the opportunity to learn alongside other educators of color invested in transforming…
Kenneth Varner
Surge has created a network of like minded individuals that are able to advance the dreams of others. It is my desire to be part of that network; not just…
Justin Walker
I want for Black and Latinx youth to have an education system that sees them as fully human and fully whole and works in solidarity with them to manifest their…
JaKendra Williams
I believe you are only as impactful as your village. What I am most excited for with Surge is community bonding with other passionate people of color and the Executive…
Jackie Ovalle
Participating in Surge is pivotal to activating my vision of creating spaces of collective healing and empowerment. These spaces will transcend traditional boundaries between home, school, and community–fostering a holistic…
Imani Strong
Choosing Surge was a pivotal decision in my journey as an educational leader. Surge Institute stood out to me because of its unwavering commitment to empowering leaders of color, providing…
Fantasia N. McGee-Jackson
For me, Surge represents a transformative journey towards advancing equity and excellence in education. I chose Surge because of its unwavering commitment to empowering leaders who are dedicated to addressing…
Dr. Alyssa Hamler
I am excited to participate in Surge to nurture myself, relationships with brilliant Black and Brown leaders, and my freedom dream. I am a Black woman, wife, mother, and school…
David Brown
I lead with transparency and passion, and I hope to contribute my full, vulnerable self to Surge: to both inspire and serve as a testimony to learn from. I want…
Christina Weathersby
As an educational leader in the city of Chicago, the ultimate goal is to shift the educational landscape for students of color by helping to eliminate all barriers that can…