I am so excited to serve you as the Dean of Instruction at the Houston Academy for International Studies where I can continue my mission to impact tomorrow’s leaders from all walks of life. I have worked in HISD since 2006 starting as an hourly lecturer, taught various Social Studies courses and most recently served as an Assistant Principal at Yolanda Black Navarro Middle School. I am a product of HISD, graduating from Cesar E. Chavez High School, earned a bachelor’s degree in History from the University of Houston-Main Campus and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Houston-Clear Lake. I am a Veteran of the U.S. Army Reserves and understand the importance of teamwork in the success of any task at hand. I am eager to jump into the work and embrace the HAIS culture.