Corey Anderson graduated from the University of North Texas. He has completed his third year of teaching. He has taught third and fifth grade levels.

Dick Attaway earned his degree in Business Management at the University of Oklahoma. He has taught for the last 11 years at Coppell Middle School East, covering classes in Math, Texas History, and, currently, eighth grade STEM. Dick works as a facilitator for Education in Action because he enjoys continuing to work with students during the summer break. He is encouraged that the students are able to stay connected to learning and build on their knowledge of the great state of Texas.

Rashan Blakley earned her degree in Education from Arkansas State University in 2007. She taught sixth grade science in Arkansas for two years before moving to Texas where she has taught in Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD for 10 years. This is her first year working as an Assistant Director for Education in Action. Rashan is excited to help the campers become successful students and leaders in their schools and communities.

Shea Bloemhof earned her teaching degree from Tarleton State University in 2008. She has taught English-Language Arts in Stephenville ISD the past four years. Before that she taught in San Antonio for seven years.. Shea is excited to work with the campers as a Facilitator to see them learn and experience new things outside the classroom.

Felisha graduated from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa with a degree in Political Science and earned her Master of Public Administration from Auburn University in Montgomery. For 14 years, Felisha taught government, economics, and history. Currently, she is an Academic Specialist at Sam Houston Middle School in Irving ISD. Felisha has worked with Education in Action for four years. She enjoys working the Lone Star Leadership Academy camps because of the diverse and fun students and adults with whom she is able to work.

Mirtha Brown earned her teaching degree in Bilingual Education from Texas Wesleyan University and her Masters degree in Education from the University of Texas in Arlington. She teaches fourth grade math, science, and writing at Watauga Elementary School. She loves being an educator, learning, and leading.

Tim Brown earned his dual-degree in Public Relations-Business Administration with a Minor in Marketing from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2009. He is three classes away from completing a Master of Divinity from Harding Theological School in Memphis, TN. He has taught for the past nine years in Frisco, Lubbock, and Terrell. He is also affiliated with the US Armed Forces where he continues to serve our country. Tim works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because he enjoys the diverse learning environment. He is honored to work with unique and growing minds of future leaders from around the state.

Nicholas Cardenas earned his history degree and teaching certification from the University of Texas at Austin in 2014. He taught seventh and eighth grade social studies at McNair Middle School in Southwest ISD for the past four years. Nicholas works as a facilitator for Education in Action because he enjoys working with students and spreading his love of history and Texas.

Ashlee Castro earned her Bachelors' degree in Psychology and Interdisciplinary Studies from The University of North Texas. She also has a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction in Science from The University of Texas at Arlington. She currently teaches fifth grade science and fifth-eighth grade STEAM at Alpine Middle School. She works as a facilitator for Education in Action because learning should be an adventure and she wants students to be invested in their own education and leadership.

Alice Cedillo earned both her Master's degree in School Counseling and her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Elementary Education from Texas Wesleyan University. She taught Physical Education in fifth, second, and third grades for 10 years and has been an elementary school counselor for the past nine years. She is currently the counselor at Remington Point Elementary in Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD. Alice works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she enjoys being part of students' continuing their education in the summer, specifically through fun, learning experiences!

Julie Chappa earned her Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from the University of North Texas in 1996 and her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Tyler in 2011. She currently teaches seventh-twelfth grade GT and dual credit math courses at Hawkins High School. Julie chose to work as a Facilitator for Education in Action after seeing first-hand the impact the program had on her daughter who attended all three camps as both a camper and a youth facilitator. She enjoys Texas history and loves sharing that knowledge with students.

Audra Cozart earned a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Tarleton State University in 2014. She has taught sixth through eighth grade Math and Algebra at Taylor Middle School for five years. Audra attended the Lone Star Leadership Academy camps in Austin and Houston as a student. She believes the experiences the camps provided her have been very valuable and wants to share that same memorable learning of Texas and leadership skills with the next generation.

Harrison Gillaspy graduated from Texas Christian University in 2017. He received a bachelor's degree in Physical Education. He teaches physical education and coaches football and basketball at White Oak Middle School . Harrison works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because he believes the camps provide students with a real-world learning experience the classroom cannot provide during the school year.

Linda earned her teaching degree from Rockford College in 2010. Since 2014 she has taught 6th-8th grade English, 7th grade Texas History, and 8th grade U.S. History at AESA Prep Academy. Linda works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she enjoys the Lone Star Leadership Academy camps and enjoys helping students keep their minds fresh.

Cer’Princeton Harden earned his degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2010. He has taught eighth grade science at the Leadership Academy of Forest Oak for the past two years. Cer’Princeton works as a Facilitator for Education in Action to help students further develop their love for all things science and appreciate the world around them.

Kevin Hurn earned his degree in General Studies from Texas Tech University and obtained his teaching certificate from iTeach Texas. He has been a Social Studies teacher at Silverton School for the past three years. Kevin works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because he loves his job and the students he works with. He takes pride in helping kids obtain knowledge and leadership skills. Kevin feels the camps are fun, engaging, and a great learning experience for students.

Meggie Koch earned her degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Business from Texas Christian University in 2017. She has taught fourth and fifth graders math and science for two years in Oak Cliff. Meggie is excited to work as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she loves watching students grow as leaders through authentic experiences.

Jennifer Kranzberg graduated from Dallas Baptist University with a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and History and a minor in Reading. She also received a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Dallas Baptist University. She currently teaches eighth grade US history in Frisco ISD and is the Instructional Coach for Social Studies. She has taught for over 20 years, four of them in Frisco ISD. She has worked for Education in Action for over 10 years and always enjoys the opportunity to facilitate students' depth of knowledge in history and leadership.

Julio Martinez earned his degree in Physical Education and History from Angelo State University in 2005. He earned his master's degree in Educational Administration from Angelo State University in 2016. Julio has taught U.S. History and coached football, basketball, and track at John Glenn Middle School in San Angelo since 2006. He enjoys helping his students become successful students and athletes.

John McConnell earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Saint Mary College in Leavenworth, KS. He has 26 years of teaching experience and has been an English/Language Arts/Social Studies teacher at Barbara Jordan Elementary School in Fort Bend ISD for the past four years. John works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because he loves introducing fun and exciting opportunities to children. John is also a songwriter. He said, “After such an awesome summer facilitating the leadership camps, I was inspired to write a song to express the true essence and intention of the camps." We invite you to take a listen to the song he wrote and performed which he titled "Education in Action"!

Katherine McGregor earned her teaching degree from Texas College in Tyler in 1991. She has taught second through fourth grades and for the last five years has taught third grade math at Christene C. Moss Elementary School in Fort Worth ISD. Katherine works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she enjoys continuing to work with students during her summer break. She feels that students should experience our rich Texas history first hand by combining fun and exposure.

Beatriz Medrano graduated from the University of Texas Pan-American with a Bachelors in Science - Biology with minors in Chemistry and Spanish. She currently teaches at Manzano Middle School in Brownsville. She has taught seventh and eighth grades for over 14 years. Beatriz works with Education in Action because she loves incorporating what students learn in the classroom to real-world scenarios. She loves how science can be brought to life by simply visiting places that are in our own backyard.

Jenelle Milam graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics. She has taught Algebra 2 at Cypress-Ridge High School in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD for three years. Jenelle is an Assistant Director because she loves giving back to the camp that grew her as a leader and helps shape future leaders.

Aaron Morales graduated with a bachelor's degree in International Business from the University of Texas at Arlington. He also pursued a master's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing and Finance from Southern Methodist University. Aaron is in his second year teaching at Joe May Elementary School in Dallas ISD. Aaron is a Facilitator for Education in Action because he enjoys helping students discover new ideas and obtain a deeper understanding of history and classroom learning.

Autumn Moseley is a history major at the University of Texas. She has worked with Education in Action for almost two years, both as a Director on one-day Discover Texas Field Trips during the school year and as an Assistant Director on Lone Star Leadership Academy summer camps. She enjoys providing engaging learning experiences for students on Education in Action's programs and would ultimately like to make a career doing the same as an education programs director at a history museum.

Christopher Murray earned degrees in Kinesiology and Spanish from the University of North Texas in 2013. He teaches eighth grade Spanish and sixth grade English classes at Cross Timbers Middle School in Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. Christopher works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because he enjoys working with students during summer break to help them continue learning and building on their knowledge of Texas.

Tabitha Najera earned her teaching degree from West Texas A&M University in Canyon, Texas. She has been a sixth grade science teacher for the last nine years and has been at Nimitz Middle School in Ector County ISD for the last four years. Tabitha works as a Facilitator with Education in Action because she enjoys working with students and likes to see their potential beyond the classroom setting.

Robyn O’Neal earned her degree from the University of North Texas in 2018. She is a third grade teacher at Lone Star Elementary School in Keller ISD. She works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she loves helping students become life-long learners and leaders.

Clyde Parham earned his teaching degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 1988. He taught high school and junior high history for 26 years and was a Principal in Silverton ISD for four years. He is currently the Athletic Director at Silverton ISD and enjoys working with students of all ages. Clyde is working his second summer with Education in Action as a Facilitator, He enjoys working with students during the summer because he believes that it is important to further the knowledge of today's youth to make the future bright for all Texans.

Jeff Powell earned his associate's degree from DeAnza College in 1993. He has been a Physical Education Aide at Naomi Press Elementary in McKinney ISD for the past seven years. He works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because he enjoys watching the students' excitement as they learn about Texas.

Lanie Pricer earned her degree in English with a minor in History from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2015. She teaches seventh grade English in Allen ISD. Lanie works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she enjoys working with students in authentic and engaging learning environments. She is thrilled to help students learn more about the rich history of Texas and develop leadership skills this summer.

Jordan Santos earned his teaching degree from the University of Houston at Clear Lake in 2014. He has taught fifth grade bilingual science at Deepwater Elementary in Deer Park ISD for the past five years. Jordan works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because he enjoys continuing to work with students during the summer break. He feels students are able to keep their minds fresh and build on their knowledge of the great state of Texas.

Gary Spurr earned both his Bachelor of Arts in History and Master of Arts with Certificate of Archival Management from The University of Texas at Arlington. He worked in Archives and Special Collections for over 20 years at the University of Texas at Arlington and Tarleton State University. Gary has worked as a Director for Education in Action's Discover Texas Field Trips for two years. Gary loves working with students and sharing his love and excitement of Texas history and feels it is important to make learning history fun and exciting.

Kelly Tiffee earned her teaching degree from Concordia University Chicago in 2012. She was called to Texas to teach middle school history, drama, and religion at Zion Lutheran School in Dallas. Kelly works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she loves working with students and watching them grow in knowledge and character.

Lenora Tygart earned her Master of Arts in Teaching from Dallas Baptist University in 2013. She currently teaches sixth grade Pre-AP/GT Science and STEM and coaches football, basketball, soccer, and archery at Ronald Reagan Middle School in Grand Prairie ISD. Lenora works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because teaching during the summer allows her to meet new students while inspiring them to gain knowledge outside of the classroom.

Leigh earned her undergraduate teaching degree and Master of Science in Reading at Texas A & M Corpus Christi. She also holds a master's degree in Educational Leadership from Stephen F. Austin University. Currently, Leigh teaches seventh grade Texas history at Kahla Middle School in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. In her third year with Education in Action, Leigh Facilitates Lone Star Leadership Academy camps because they fill her summer with learning and fun.

Silvia Watanabe earned a degree in civil engineering and completed a Master in Computer Systems at La Salle University in Mexico City. She earned a mathematics and bilingual education teaching certification in 2017. She has taught sixth grade bilingual math at Hardin Meadows Intermediate School in Duncanville ISD for the past two years. Silvia works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she believes in a well-rounded education and enjoys working with students outside of the classroom setting.

Danielle Welch received her teaching degree from Tarleton State University in Stephenville in 2008. She currently teaches eighth grade Reading/English in Iowa Park. Danielle is a Facilitator with Education in Action because she enjoys working with leaders from across the state of Texas.

Renee Williams earned a Bachelor of Science from the State University of New York at Geneseo in Biology. She earned a Master of Science in Educational Media Design and Technology from Full Sail University. She teaches Pre-AP sixth grade math at Glencrest Middle School in Fort Worth ISD and is an Adjunct Math Professor at Hill College in Cleburne. Renee works as a Facilitator for Education in Action because she believes that all students deserve to see how the knowledge they acquire is used in the real world. She believes that all students should explore the great state of Texas and make use of their knowledge in a real way.