Latino Leaders

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a thoughtful conversation with his featured guest — Ramona Esparza-Stoffregan.

Ramona is a servant leader and educational consultant, having been an educator and administrator for almost three decades.  She is a co-founder of the Nevada Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (NVALAS).  Ramona currently is serving as a school board trustee for the Clark County School District, the fifth lar...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for an enriching conversation with his featured guest — Derlys Gutiérrez.

Derlys is a Cuban American lawyer and author.  She was born in Havana, Cuba, and emigrated to the United States with her parents in 1968.  Derlys has focused her legal practice on education, labor, and employment law.

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Join host Pablo Muñoz for an inspiring conversation with his featured guest — Rolando Merchán.

Rolando was born in Bogotá, Colombia, and he began his career in education as a bilingual teacher.  He is passionate about fostering biliteracy and supporting multilingual students.  Rolando serves as the president of the Houston Area Association for Bilingual Education (HAABE) and is the multilingual director for the Pasadena Independent ...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for an enlightening conversation with his featured guest — Ulysses Navarrete.

Ulysses is the executive director of ALAS, the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents.  He is a seasoned business leader, a first-generation son of Mexican immigrants, and is dedicated to prioritizing the needs of students and administrators alike.  Ulysses is unwavering in his commitment to fostering inclusivity and...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for an amazing conversation with his featured guest — Jeannette Allen.

Jeannette is the principal of Arlington Community High School in Virginia.  She has over 20 years of experience in education and a strong focus on equity, student success, and community engagement.  Jeannette is a bilingual leader and a passionate advocate for multicultural and multilingual learners.

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Join host Pablo Muñoz for a gripping conversation with his featured guest — Ana York.

Ana is an assistant professor in the Teacher Education Department at California State University, Stanislaus.  She has been a public school teacher and induction mentor for more than 25 years, and she is passionate about supporting students, increasing access to teacher preparation, and promoting equity in education.  Ana is also the state regional...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a delightful conversation with his featured guest — Jackie Bastard.

Jackie is the executive director of Jolt, a Texas-based civic engagement organization that builds the political power and influence of Latinos.  She is the daughter of Mexican American migrant parents.  Jackie has played a pivotal role in fostering leadership and advocacy within the Latino community.

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Join host Pablo Muñoz for a revealing conversation with his featured guest — James Martinez.

James is a PreK-12 education leader with 35 years of experience specializing in special education, school counseling, and leadership development.  He is an award-winning administrator and executive coach who advocates for equity, student success, and mental health.  James mentors educators, consults on systemic change, and works as an adjunc...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a powerful conversation with his featured guest — Michelle Seijas.

Michelle is a certified coach on a mission to support leaders to value their strengths, grow their confidence, build a clear vision for their life and career, and find sustainability in leadership.  She has navigated what it means to be a leader in various contexts, from K-12 administrator, nonprofit executive, and consultant to leadership c...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a heartfelt conversation with his featured guest — Montserrat Garibay.

Montserrat has spent the past 25 years as a dedicated educator and advocate for public education and labor rights.  She most recently served as the Assistant Deputy Secretary and Director of the Office of English Language Acquisition at the United States Department of Education.  Montserrat is an influential advocate for immigration issu...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for an engaging conversation with his featured guest — Margarita Tovar.

Margarita is the Chief Talent Officer at the Colorado Department of Education.  She is a proud Houston native, a first-generation college graduate, and the daughter of immigrant parents.  Margarita is committed to breaking down barriers and empowering students in diverse communities, as evidenced by her career path from paraprofessional to ...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for an authentic conversation with his featured guest — Tracie Trinidad.

Tracie passionately advocates for educational justice.  Her research uses critical methodologies to investigate youth abolitionist resistance, Chicana leadership, and the Chicane educational pipeline.  Tracie embraces her Chicana identity as a chola scholar and is committed to keeping it real in the community and in the world of education.

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Join host Pablo Muñoz for a meaningful conversation with his featured guest — Dinorah Bores.

Dinorah is an accomplished educational leader with over 20 years of experience in revitalizing schools and strengthening communities.  She is an expert in strategic program development and compassionate leadership, which has led to significant improvements in academic performance and school cultures.  Dinorah is the executive director of cur...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for an informative conversation with his featured guest — Laura Stout.

Laura is an experienced and effective educational leader with a counseling and executive leadership background and a 26-year track record of success.  She has held cabinet-level positions at Houston, Austin, and Corpus Christi independent school districts in Texas.  Laura is now the chief of school improvement at K-12 Leadership Diagnostics,...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a kindhearted conversation with his featured guest — Marvene Lobato.

Marvene has more than 40 years of experience as a public educator in Arizona and Colorado.  Her career included positions in the instruction and business side of school districts.  Marvene believes that every student should be provided with opportunities that highlight their strengths while also providing resources to address their areas o...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a unique conversation with his featured guest — Joshua Varela.

Joshua is a New York City Public Schools Nuyorican who leads access in AI education at Lirvana Labs.  His journey began as a teen on the Panel for Education Policy, which led to the creation of STEM programs across the United States and the co-founding NeuroMaker.  Joshua is a lifelong advocate and champion for AI and STEM education and served a...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a benevolent conversation with his featured guest — Jocelyn Chamra-Barrera.

Jocelyn is the executive and clinical director of the Christi Center in Texas, a nonprofit organization that offers hope after the death of a loved one.  She is a bilingual licensed clinical social worker with expertise in mental health, child abuse and neglect, intimate partner violence, and significant trauma.  Jocelyn is also a m...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for an outstanding conversation with his featured guest — Adrian Bustillos.

Adrian is a passionate and collaborative educational leader with a proven track record of improving student outcomes.  Currently, he serves as the chief transformation officer at the Aldine Independent School District in Texas, where he is creating new educational options for 58,000 students.  Adrian has been a champion for innovative e...

Join host Pablo Muñoz for a riveting conversation with his featured guest — Karla Peña.

Karla is a former math teacher who now works as an executive director.  She has dedicated her career to empowering young minds and championing leadership in education.  Karla has demonstrated resilience and impact throughout her journey, from overcoming the challenges of being the eldest child of immigrants to starting programs that uplift her co...