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• Contributed to the Federal Charter Schools Program (CSP) initiative:- Reviewed state charter laws across 14 components, delivering actionable insights to senior associates.- Developed State Entity Grant Profiles in the Federal COMPS monitoring system.- Conducted a literature review and coded over 500 charter school grant applicant responses, strengthening the Annual Performance Report (APR).• Supported the development of two IES grant applications for large-scale state… Show more • Contributed to the Federal Charter Schools Program (CSP) initiative:- Reviewed state charter laws across 14 components, delivering actionable insights to senior associates.- Developed State Entity Grant Profiles in the Federal COMPS monitoring system.- Conducted a literature review and coded over 500 charter school grant applicant responses, strengthening the Annual Performance Report (APR).• Supported the development of two IES grant applications for large-scale state reading intervention programs by conducting literature reviews, evaluating reading assessments, and creating comprehensive logic models.• Designed 15+ interactive Tableau visualizations to enhance a state reading intervention dashboard, improving data-driven decision-making.• Authored two policy reviews on early literacy policy disaggregation and parental involvement, submitted for AERA. Show less

Georgetown, Maryland, United States

• Explored the prevalence of carceral ideology in schools, using school-level data from computational analyses of student handbooks, and links between carceral ideology and the local cultural and political contexts of school communities. • Presented “Top-Down Discipline: Linking Political and Carceral Ideology In Schools” at the Association for Education Finance and Policy (AEFP) conference and the Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness (SREE).

As a Primary Instructor in an undergraduate course at the University of Maryland, College Park:• Creating an atmosphere conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of 78 students.• Developing 72 engaging lectures, 72 lesson plans and class activities with multiple learning styles, goals for achievement and outcomes in mind. • Monitoring and assessing student academic progress through discussion posts, papers, and student surveys/ check-ins. •… Show more As a Primary Instructor in an undergraduate course at the University of Maryland, College Park:• Creating an atmosphere conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of 78 students.• Developing 72 engaging lectures, 72 lesson plans and class activities with multiple learning styles, goals for achievement and outcomes in mind. • Monitoring and assessing student academic progress through discussion posts, papers, and student surveys/ check-ins. • Effectively communicating expectations and standards for the students in the classroom by developing three syllabi. TLPL 250: "Historical and Philosophical Perspectives of Education" is an undergraduate course at the University of Maryland focused on identifying some of the primary questions about education in Western philosophy, encouraging students to engage with those questions, and helping them develop their own philosophy of education. Show less

Towson, Maryland, United States

• Designing two comprehensive surveys tailored for 22 principals, strategically crafted to evaluate the effectiveness of a pioneering coaching intervention program.• Collaborating closely with professionals in the Office of Title I, Homeless Programs and Community Schools Department to synthesize feedback, incorporate best practices, and employ innovative methodologies to ensure the survey's relevance and impact.This immersive experience not only honed my research and analytical… Show more • Designing two comprehensive surveys tailored for 22 principals, strategically crafted to evaluate the effectiveness of a pioneering coaching intervention program.• Collaborating closely with professionals in the Office of Title I, Homeless Programs and Community Schools Department to synthesize feedback, incorporate best practices, and employ innovative methodologies to ensure the survey's relevance and impact.This immersive experience not only honed my research and analytical skills but also deepened my understanding of the dynamic educational ecosystem. I am immensely proud to have contributed to the advancement of educational practices within the Baltimore County Public Schools system and am excited to continue leveraging my insights to drive transformative change in the field of education. Show less

• Drafting Policy IJA (Social-Emotional and Mental Health Services for Students) for the committee throughout the summer.• Working closely with a team of staff, administrators and mental health professionals on administrative tasks.• Observing two Board of Education Meetings and four Staff Meetings. This immersive experience not only refined my policy development skills but also deepened my appreciation for the multifaceted nature of student wellness. I take immense pride in… Show more • Drafting Policy IJA (Social-Emotional and Mental Health Services for Students) for the committee throughout the summer.• Working closely with a team of staff, administrators and mental health professionals on administrative tasks.• Observing two Board of Education Meetings and four Staff Meetings. This immersive experience not only refined my policy development skills but also deepened my appreciation for the multifaceted nature of student wellness. I take immense pride in contributing to the creation of a sustainable framework that underscores Montgomery County's commitment to nurturing the mental and emotional growth of its students by providing the necessary support and resources, and I am enthusiastic about continuing to drive positive change in the realm of student well-being. Show less

Atlanta, Ga

• Collaborating with faculty in a longitudinal study of an economically diverse sample of African American children which identifies developmental interconnections between achievement and three cognitive processes.• Leading participant contact, administering the Woodcock- Johnson Tests of Achievement to children in the third and the fourth grade and administering informed consent to participants. The Cognition and Temperament Lab at Spelman College advances knowledge regarding… Show more • Collaborating with faculty in a longitudinal study of an economically diverse sample of African American children which identifies developmental interconnections between achievement and three cognitive processes.• Leading participant contact, administering the Woodcock- Johnson Tests of Achievement to children in the third and the fourth grade and administering informed consent to participants. The Cognition and Temperament Lab at Spelman College advances knowledge regarding academic achievement of African American children by identifying developmental interconnections between achievement and three cognitive processes, and by determining how the interaction of these cognitive processes with classroom quality and student-teacher relationship quality are linked to academic success in math and reading. Show less

Virtual

• Working closely with a Data Analytic team to create and present independent research using NAEP Process Data: “Calculator Use and NAEP Math Achievement: Disparities in Race, School Lunch Eligibility and Access to Tutors”.• Using SPSS, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Excel to present to company leadership and suggested solutions based on findings. • Selected for membership in the UGRAD Network for additional mentoring and networking opportunities.

Virtual

Selected for membership to this program designed to encourage and enhance the diversity of scholars working in the social and behavioral science fields. • Attending lectures, workshops, didactic exchanges, and other programming to enhance knowledge of the graduate application process.

Elliot-Pearson Department Of Child Study And Human Development

• Developing a codebook, coding classroom videos, transcribing interviews, and inputting data for the Readiness through Integrative Science and Engineering (RISE) project is focused on testing new preschool curriculum in 50 Head Start (HS) classrooms. The primary goal of the RISE (Readiness through Integrating Science and Engineering) project is to improve school readiness for dual language learners (DLLs), by strengthening connections between home and school and by fostering positive… Show more • Developing a codebook, coding classroom videos, transcribing interviews, and inputting data for the Readiness through Integrative Science and Engineering (RISE) project is focused on testing new preschool curriculum in 50 Head Start (HS) classrooms. The primary goal of the RISE (Readiness through Integrating Science and Engineering) project is to improve school readiness for dual language learners (DLLs), by strengthening connections between home and school and by fostering positive approaches to learning through hands-on science, technology, and engineering (STE) content. Two main aspects of RISE are: (1) science, technology and engineering (STE) early learning; and (2) home-school collaboration (HSC) forged through authentic exploration of families’ funds of knowledge, daily activities, and home routines with their children related to STE. Show less

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Teaching And Learning, Policy And Leadership

Specialization in Education Policy and Leadership.

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated- Eta Kappa Chapter; Psi Chi National Psychology Honor Society; Alpha.