Charla Agnoletti, M.Ed (Denver ‘09) is program director and instructor for the Public Achievement in the School of Education at the University of Colorado at Boulder. For Charla, a lifelong commitment to educational equity and social justice is rooted in her experiences as a former student and teacher in Denver Public Schools. 

Tamika's experience in the corps fueled her career ambitions for removing barriers for marginalized students to succeed in K-12, college, and beyond.

Maya Bhattacharjee-Marcantonio (New York '12) co-founded the Marcy Lab School in 2018, a program focused on training marginalized youth for the careers of the future.

Jessica Bledsoe’s career switch to teaching began with chance words from her college mentor who saw the teacher in her. In 2008, she joined Teach For America in Los Angeles, and after one year of teaching, Jessica knew her career change to teaching would be permanent, lasting long after her two-year TFA commitment.

Devon Cantwell's time in the classroom inspired her to go back and work on earning her doctorate at University of Ottawa.

Elena's corps experience broadened her perspective on systemic inequity, which now infuses her work in higher education.

Zikia's teaching experience honed her skills as a communicator and creative problem-solver. She channels those talents in her career as an educator, consultant, and writer.

Maryssa reflects on the power of saying "yes," and finding mentors who will invest in your growth.

Spurred to action by the needs of her ESOL students Katherine Leiva continues to be an advocate for equality as Chief Of Staff for Miami-Dade County Public Schools Board Member Luisa Santos.

David's career journey has included roles in the classroom, school leadership, athletic coach, and entrepreneur.