I’m a longtime Brocktonian, a proud graduate of Brockton Public Schools, and a social worker who’s worked in our schools to expand social and emotional learning programs. I migrated to the United States in 1996 and attended East Junior High as an 8th grader. I graduated from Brockton High, went to college, and recently earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Bridgewater State University. While completing my graduate program, I served as a social work intern at West Middle School in 2022, where I focused on expanding social and emotional support for students and teachers as the school worked to return to “normal” following the worst parts of the pandemic. 
 

As a mother of an 8th grader who goes to the Ashfield School and a 4th grader who attends the Baker School in Ward 5, I’ve personally navigated many of the hurdles our school system creates for families of children with learning differences. Like so many other parents in Ward 5 and across Brockton, I’ve had to be an advocate for my children in a system that for too long prioritized a “one size fits all” approach rather than working to accommodate diverse learning styles. These experiences as a parent advocate have made it clear to me that we need elected leaders on our School Committee who understand that the only acceptable definition of high-quality education is a definition that includes and accommodates all types of learners. 
 

As a human service worker for over 20 years, I have served and advocated for individuals with disabilities in our community. I work daily with adults who have complex care needs, and have seen first-hand that adequate support from schools and communities can have a long-term impact on individuals and families. I am a proud union member and will stand up for unions and workers’ rights in our schools and city-wide. I know how to listen, organize, and build consensus among peers and colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 
 

As a school committee member, I will apply the unique perspective I gained from recent work experience in our schools, my training as a social worker in human services, and the hard lessons I’ve learned as a parent, to fight for the future that our youth deserve. I will be a fierce advocate for all students and families in

Ward 5, working alongside my colleagues to ensure that every child has the resources and opportunities they deserve.