LeKisha Jordan
LeKisha Jordan is a Senior Policy Advisor at Council of the District of Columbia. “Surge is a movement focused on ending policies that disproportionately impact students of color and/or contribute…
Ryan Jones
Ryan Jones is the Senior Partnerships Strategist and Communications Manager at Kindred Communities. “My vision for education equity is that every student, regardless of their racial background or their zip…
Rhonda Henderson
Rhonda Henderson is the Partnership Manager at Achievement Network. “As I approach two decades of experience in public education — and particularly after the last five years– I know I…
Kawanza Billy
Kawanza Billy is the Program and Operations Manager at The Black Swan Academy. “Surge is a movement made up of brilliant leaders looking to transform communities through educational leadership and…
Brandon Best
Brandon Best is the Sr. Director of Engagement and Athletics at KIPP DC. “As a passionate educator, I’m committed to developing innovative solutions to bridge the achievement gap in the…
November 2021 India and Keeanna
During the 100 Black Men of Indianapolis Dala (day-luh), India Johnson (INDY’21) and Keeanna Warren (INDY’21) were honored for their distinguished performance in the field of education as well as…
December 2021 AJ DeLeón
AJ DeLeón (CHI’15) has completed the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative – Education Scaling Program sponsored by the Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) and the Latino Business Action Network (LBAN).…
Sonya Mehta
“Programs like Surge are essential to sustaining the movement for justice and equity through community, allyship, mentorship, shared struggle, shared successes, and a commitment to continually learn and evolve together.”…
December 2021 Zuleica Lopez
Zuleica Lopez (OAK’20) was promoted to Senior Director of Program at OneGoal, an organization whose mission is to close the degree divide in America. Learn more about OneGoal at: www.onegoalgraduation.org