Rene Rodriguez
My journey from student to educator and now leader has equipped me with firsthand knowledge of the transformative impact quality education and supportive environments can have on young lives. I…
Rashad Davis
As a Black male educator, the Surge Fellowship represents a profound opportunity for growth, empowerment, and community. It stands as a beacon of support and validation, recognizing the unique challenges…
Philicia Wheatley
Surge will provide me with the knowledge and skills to navigate my chosen field confidently. It is an opportunity to build a solid foundation to construct my freedom dream. With…
Makinde A. Adedapo
The foundational stone from which my dream is built is the development of a vast network of leaders from all industries leveraging their social capital for the development of student…
Lauren Norwood
Lauren Norwood–Principal, Chicago Public Schools
Laurel Baker
Participation in Surge would enable me to build a community of support to network and share resources, tips, and experiences to help accelerate progress towards my dreams. Additionally, the Surge…
LaJenné Alcantar
I chose Surge because I was ready to choose myself in every way. As an educator, I want the opportunity to learn alongside other educators of color invested in transforming…
Kenneth Varner
Surge has created a network of like minded individuals that are able to advance the dreams of others. It is my desire to be part of that network; not just…
Justin Walker
I want for Black and Latinx youth to have an education system that sees them as fully human and fully whole and works in solidarity with them to manifest their…
JaKendra Williams
I believe you are only as impactful as your village. What I am most excited for with Surge is community bonding with other passionate people of color and the Executive…