JValencia C.

My academic and professional journey reflects a deep passion for service in education. I earned a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Wiley College, famously known as the ""Home of the Great Debaters,"" located in Marshall, TX. After graduating in December 2000, I began an eight-year teaching career with the Dallas Independent School District (DISD). Toward the end of my time with DISD, I dedicated my efforts to supporting students with persistent behavioral challenges. While serving in…