Jessica Woodson
Jessica Woodson – Elementary School Educator at Kansas City Kansas Public Schools “I am honored to receive the opportunity to network with individuals as passionate and committed as I am…
Aisha Truss-Williams
Aisha Truss-Williams – Impact & Evaluation Director at City Year “There is so much that I want to attain from the Surge experience, as well as contribute. As for what…
Edward Perry
Edward Perry – Advisor at Centriq Training “An opportunity to be a part of the Surge Fellowship means an opportunity to grow, learn from other amazing leaders, and share…
Joel Nkusi Rwabera
Joel Nkusi Rwabera – Manager, Accelerate Program with Teach For America “I decided to join the Surge family because of the impact I’ve seen the program have on fellow black…
Tara Haskins
Tara Haskins – Founding School Leader at Kansas City Girls Preparatory Academy “A space where African American and Latinx leaders can connect, learn, grow, and be their authentic selves…
Marquis Hall
Marquis Hall – Manager of Student Diversity & Inclusion Programs at Kansas City Public Schools “Surge will allow me to move the educational landscape for children in my community. More…
Aryiel Everett
Aryiel Everett – Communications and Operations Coordinator at Kansas City Teacher Residency “What I seek to contribute to the Surge Experience is something that I think oftentimes goes unseen. Growing…
Chelsea Conwell
Chelsea Conwell – Dean of Culture at Kansas City Girls Preparatory Academy “Surge gives the opportunity to grow not only as a leader but as a person. I am intrigued…
Rashawn Caruthers
Rashawn Caruthers – Director of Educator Engagement at Getting Smart “I’m excited to be accepted into the Surge Family. Being a part of Surge will allow me to engage in…
Cecilia-Ananya Belser-Patton
Cecilia-Ananya Belser-Patton – Founder, Cultural Curator; Director, Leadership Development at JUST Systems; Alive & Well Communities “The Surge Institute means a commitment to collective freedom & liberation for me, honoring…