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    Dr. Jaynemarie Enyonam Angbah

    Dr. Jaynemarie Enyonam Angbah

    Welcome to this month’s Expert Spotlight! We're thrilled to feature an esteemed alumni, Dr. Jaynemarie Enyonam Angbah a true champion for educational equity with an inspiring 20-year career dedicated to transforming outcomes for marginalized youth. Jaynemarie is a visionary force, proven in leading organizational change and creating innovative programs. With a deep commitment to the intersection o
    October 29, 2025
    Max Fripp Expert Spotlight

    Max Fripp Expert Spotlight

    We are excited to share this edition of the Expert Spotlight where we're featuring one of our very own, an inspiring alumnus who has taken the lessons of play and applied them in a big way. We’re thrilled to spotlight Max Fripp, who is making waves with his work at Playworks, an organization dedicated to creating joyful and safe school environments through the power of play. In this feature, you'l
    September 25, 2025
    Victoria Thornton Staff Spotlight

    Victoria Thornton Staff Spotlight

    At Citizen Schools, our staff bring curiosity, passion, and commitment to community into every part of their work. Through our Staff Spotlight series, we’re sharing the stories of the people who make our mission thrive from behind the scenes.We’re excited to introduce Victoria Thornton who leads the volunteer and mentorship arm of our work on our Program team. Throughout her education and career j
    August 21, 2025
    Adrienne Porter Staff Spotlight

    Adrienne Porter Staff Spotlight

    At Citizen Schools, our mission comes to life through the dedicated people who bring passion and purpose to their work each day. In our Staff Spotlight series, we’re introducing you to the Program team members who are shaping learning experiences in powerful ways.Here we are highlighting Adrienne Porter who leads our Educator Development work. After discovering a Citizen Schools Teaching Fellow ro
    August 21, 2025
    Shanay Reed Staff Spotlight

    Shanay Reed Staff Spotlight

    At Citizen Schools, our work is powered by incredible people who bring passion, purpose, and authenticity to everything they do. This month, we’re excited to launch a new Staff Spotlight series, introducing you to the team members who make our mission come alive every day. We’re starting with our Program team—the folks driving the research, design, and implementation of our work in communities.In
    August 21, 2025
    Jason Cascarino Expert Spotlight

    Jason Cascarino Expert Spotlight

    This month, we are incredibly excited to shine a light on Jason Cascarino, a veteran executive in the social sector, particularly within the education and youth-serving spaces and a Citizen Schools alum. For over twenty-five years, Jason has consistently driven impact through leadership roles in prominent philanthropies and nonprofits across Washington D.C., Boston, and Chicago. For the past eight
    July 25, 2025
    Rebeca Souza Partner Spotlight

    Rebeca Souza Partner Spotlight

    This month, we're thrilled to present the seventh and final installment of our AmeriCorps VISTA Fellow Spotlight series for the 2024-2025 school year, a project that has been incredibly special for Citizen Schools. It's been an honor to celebrate and share the inspiring stories of our fellows, and we couldn't think of a better way to conclude than by featuring our newest fellow, Rebeca Souza.A fir
    July 10, 2025
    Dr. Rudy Ruiz Expert Spotlight

    Dr. Rudy Ruiz Expert Spotlight

    Welcome to our monthly Expert Spotlight, where we celebrate the remarkable individuals shaping the future of education! This month, we are thrilled to feature Dr. Rudy Ruiz, a true visionary and the driving force behind Edifying Teachers. As the founder and CEO of this groundbreaking organization, and a distinguished member of the Education Leaders of Color (EdLoC) national coalition, Dr. Ruiz has
    June 26, 2025
    Eugene Moon Partner Spotlight

    Eugene Moon Partner Spotlight

    In this edition of the Expert Spotlight, we sat down with Eugene Moon, an AmeriCorps VISTA Fellow currently serving at Saratoga Union School District, whose journey is marked by a deep understanding of educational equity and a passion for empowering students through Experiential Learning. Drawing from his own experiences, Eugene is dedicated to breaking down systemic barriers and fostering an envi
    June 10, 2025
    Julie Rogers Bascom Spotlight

    Julie Rogers Bascom Spotlight

    In this edition of our Expert Spotlight, we hear from Julie Rogers Bascom, the Director of Learning & Leadership at the National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC). Julie is a service-learning leader from Minneapolis, MN, with over 25 years of experience supporting youth workers, teachers, and young people in using service-learning to solve community problems. Her passion for helping young people bec
    May 28, 2025
    Annalise Smith Partner Spotlight

    Annalise Smith Partner Spotlight

    This month, we're spotlighting Annalise Smith, an AmeriCorps VISTA Fellow whose dedication to community empowerment shines through her work with Citizen Schools. Annalise's passion lies at the intersection of nonprofit excellence, mental wellness advocacy, and inclusivity, making her a vital asset to her host site. Through her work, she aims to create meaningful connections between volunteers and
    May 5, 2025
    Marcie Curry Expert Spotlight

    Marcie Curry Expert Spotlight

    This month, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Marcie Curry, the Chief Program Officer at Grace Place for Children and Families in Naples, Florida. Grace Place operates with the powerful mission of empowering families to build a more prosperous future through education. We explored her understanding of Experiential Learning as practical and real-world focused, emphasizing its vital role in p
    April 21, 2025
    Gretchen Upton Partner Spotlight

    Gretchen Upton Partner Spotlight

    In this installment of our Partner Spotlight series, we turn our attention to Gretchen Upton, a Citizen Schools AmeriCorps VISTA Fellow making a profound impact at South Bronx Community Charter. Gretchen brings a unique perspective to her service, fueled by a journey of self-discovery and a deep commitment to community impact. Her work centers on connecting students with transformative volunteer o
    April 14, 2025
    Toccara Huckaby Expert Spotlight

    Toccara Huckaby Expert Spotlight

    Welcome back to our monthly Expert Spotlight! This month, we're thrilled to introduce you to Toccara Huckaby, a powerhouse educator and entrepreneur whose dedication to empowering young minds shines brightly. From her early days as an award-winning teacher, where she earned the title of Middle School Teacher of the Year, to her leadership roles in afterschool programs and her entrepreneurial ventu
    March 27, 2025
    Miles Brown Partner Spotlight

    Miles Brown Partner Spotlight

    This week is AmeriCorps appreciation week, and we want to release an additional Partner Spotlight highlighting another one of our amazing Fellows. Miles Brown is a dedicated individual with a strong commitment to educational advancement. Currently an AmeriCorps VISTA Fellow serving at Creo College Prep in the South Bronx while pursuing studies in education policy, Miles brings a valuable perspecti
    March 13, 2025
    Leslie Rivera Partner Spotlight

    Leslie Rivera Partner Spotlight

    In this edition of our Partner Spotlight, we sat down with Leslie Martines Rivera who currently serves as an AmeriCorps VISTA Leader here at Citizen Schools. Citizen Schools' AmeriCorps VISTA Fellows are at the forefront of innovating the future of education. Placed throughout the country, our Fellows are working to build capacity for their host sites and expand the impact that quality learning ca
    March 11, 2025
    Dr. Adrian Haugabrook Expert Spotlight

    Dr. Adrian Haugabrook Expert Spotlight

    This month we had the pleasure to sit down with Dr. Adrian K. Haugabrook, a true innovator in the field of education. Dr. Haugabrook is a Citizen Schools alumni where he served as a member of the Founding Leadership Team as Director of Citizen Schools University then Executive Director of Public Policy, Alliances, and Innovation. He has dedicated over three decades to influencing access, equity, a
    February 27, 2025
    New Staff Spotlight Series Kick Off with Brian O'Neil!

    New Staff Spotlight Series Kick Off with Brian O'Neil!

    This month, we are kicking off a new Spotlight series focused on the Citizen Schools staff. Each of our staff members make crucial, daily contributions to activate our mission of helping all students thrive in school and beyond through hands-on learning and career mentors. They are an incredibly passionate group whose dedication to mission-driven work comes through the moment you start talking to
    February 12, 2025
    Vivian Hurwitz Partner Spotlight

    Vivian Hurwitz Partner Spotlight

    This month, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Vivian Hurwitz. Vivian is a Citizen Schools AmeriCorps Fellow currently completing her service year at Shore Educational Collaborative. Shore's mission is to educate, enrich, and inspire children and adults with disabilities to reach their full potential. Their programs serve students from preschool to 22, with varied disabilities, strengths, an
    January 30, 2025
    Dr. Liz Whitewolf Expert Spotlight

    Dr. Liz Whitewolf Expert Spotlight

    To close out 2024, we sat down with an amazing member of our Learning Network community, Dr. Liz Whitewolf. Dr. Whitewolf, the Founding Director of eduFAB, is an innovator in the field of education who is passionate about incorporating experiential learning and Making into the classroom. Citizen Schools had the opportunity to collaborate with Dr. Whitewolf during her time as the Senior Director of
    December 19, 2024