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 community.
1:03 - Introduction
1:54 - My Leadership Story
19:59 - Houston Transformation
22:34 - I Can Do That and More
25:24 - Latina Leaders
30:38 - Educational Leadership
33:30 - Learn, Grow, and Develop as a Leader
35:15 - Resilience and Impact
37:29 - Guiding Principles
Dr. Karla Peña has over 17 years of experience in education, leadership, and equity in PreK–8 education. As the executive director of instruction for Houston Independent School District, she supports schools in delivering high-quality instruction to ensure student success. Karla previously served as director of student services and, as principal, transformed her campus to achieve National Blue Ribbon recognition, two Texas Honor Roll distinctions, and consistent "A" ratings.
Karla is a dynamic and results-driven educational leader who has demonstrated the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with school districts and educational stakeholders. She excels at developing and implementing strategies that result in measurable improvements in student outcomes and educational equity. Karla earned a Bachelor of Business Administration and a master’s degree in school administration from Texas A&M International University, and an Ed.D. in educational leadership and administration from Texas A&M University - Commerce.
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karla-pena-edd-233a76a9
Email: Karlap4@hotmail.com
Latino Leaders publishes new episodes weekly on Mondays.
Latino Leaders podcast is a production of Muñoz & Company, an educational and leadership consulting organization.
Pablo is a leadership coach, teacher, trainer, and speaker and the author of The Leader’s Algorithm.
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