“Surge will help me to maximize my ability to be relationally strategic to lead others in doing right by our students. Ultimately, I long to be in a collective of people who do not need convincing, but who need community. The Surge Fellowship is that community!” Erica Bauer. Analyst. Artist. Activist. Pursuing equity by any…
“Our students cannot aspire to be what they do not see. Ultimately, I see the Surge Fellowship as a movement that transforms schools into mirrors for our youth. I am excited to contribute to this fierce movement; one in which we provide our students the tools to be anything they wish to become.” Iris Dominguez,…
“I know that I will never have the impact I desire if I don’t push my own boundaries and strengthen my ability to be ‘comfortable with being uncomfortable.’ At the same time, I firmly believe that one must model the behavior one speaks of. I ask myself how can I push my students or my…
“The Surge Fellowship offers me an opportunity to become part of a legacy of committed leaders of color making their own contributions to this work, while also – most importantly – providing us with the space to align our efforts as a collective movement.” Dominique “Dom” McKoy is an educator, lifelong learner and advocate for…
“I’m seeking to further develop my executive communication skills and ability to navigate politics. I believe that Surge will empower me with the skills and tools to inspire others to share in my vision of innovative, promising strategies that I believe will have an immense impact on students of color throughout various touch points in…
“I knew Surge was an opportunity to deepen and elevate my impact as a professional of color. And when the time comes, and I am the only Latina leader at the table, I know that I will be equipped with the resources and confidence to make critical decisions that improve the quality of life of…
“I am a part of the Surge movement because a quality education changed my life. I want to help others understand that providing a quality education to students of color elevates all communities and all students; and I want to build and be a part of a network of others who believe that too.” Bridget Lee,…
“The Surge Fellowship represents true change to our systemic disparities and people like myself want to be a part of it, not because we are told to, but because we believe in what is possible when communities of color come together to learn, lead and push forth towards one common goal. With the help of…
“Being a part of the Surge Fellowship means being a part of a strong group of like-minded and dedicated people who want to change the lives of African American and Latino children one small step at a time. The Surge Fellowship will allow me to complete my mission of providing access to quality education and…
“One act alone, while important, will not change a system, but it is a combination of many acts and people who will cause the change. Through the growing number of Surge Fellows and its network, we will work to support one another in order to truly lead in this movement. I am energized and passionate…