“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…
“When working to transform entrenched systems in schools, the Surge community will be my immediate source for guidance. As the movement grows in numbers and across the country, our influence will be exponential.” Amanda Paz is a career educator and builder of positive, high-achieving, and equitable educational environments for children and adults.
“I believe that Surge can equip me with the tools to further my vision of an equitable educational experience for young people in black and brown communities. I want to create and be part of a network of people of color who are working towards a common vision of education and have the love for…
“I align with Surge Fellowship’s drive to be a movement. I want to belong to a network of people who seek to dismantle the consistent forms of oppression and systemic racism.” Adelric McCain is the National Director of Equity and Impact at Network for College Success at the University of Chicago. He is committed to…
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“When I applied to Surge, I was in search of tools, community, and a how-to for becoming more inventive and impactful in my work. I was given those tools and that space to learn to embrace my authentic voice, but most significantly, I was invited into a lifelong learning community that celebrates remaining grounded in…
