Chelvert J. Wellington
Chelvert J. Wellington, affectionately known as “C.J.” has been a dedicated educator for over fifteen years. A Miami Native, he has resided in Jacksonville for nearly twenty years. He is…
Mela Still
“The Surge Fellowship represents an opportunity to build a community unlike any I have ever experienced; it represents the chance to work with other passionate educators of color to transform…
Prerna Srivastava
“As an immigrant woman of color, as well as a lifelong educator, advocate, and organizer, I aspire to create liberatory spaces for our black and brown children that affirm their…
Tamika Sproul
“As a Surge Fellow, I am looking forward to networking and collaborating with other Black/African-American and Latinx educators to enhance our expertise by gaining insight from one another. I am…
Luis Rosario
“Surge Institute stands as the embodiment of my aspirations to empower Philadelphia students, staff and teachers to disrupt and dismantle systemic barriers. As a passionate advocate for equitable education, Surge…
Monica Quarrie
“Our education system needs educators who can identify with our students, and who are willing to learn and grow alongside them both academically and personally. As a Surge Fellow I…
Kiyana Neil
“Surge is an opportunity for me to unravel the education landscape as it stands today. Recently joining a youth-serving organization in a leadership capacity has put into perspective how critical…
Randy Miller
“Surge presents the opportunity to engage with progressive, solutions-oriented Black and Brown educational leaders. The Fellowship will provide the necessary development and resources to combat the pitfalls our youth are…
Kellen Massie
“Surge Academy means an opportunity to continue to spread my wings and grow as a Black Male Educator. I’ve been working in education since 22 years old, starting with no…
Maurice Johnson II
“ The Surge Institute resonates profoundly with my vocation as a dedicated lifelong mentor, advocate, and educator. Its resolute commitment to transparency is commendable, centered on empowering educators of color…