Arizona women determined to make significant change.
Patti Serrano is a lifelong Arizonan born of immigrant parents with a strong community upbringing. Throughout school, Patti was continually inspired by passionate Teachers, particularly one who exemplified a life of community building.
Christina has lived in Arizona for the past 12 years. Her passion for public education and thriving school districts stems from her experience as a community print journalist in Nevada and Arizona.
Stephanie Parra currently serves as Governing Board Member of Phoenix Union High School District, representing Ward 3. Parra has served Phoenix Union for over seven years, elevating the district’s commitment to educational equity and excellence for all students.
Naketa is a fierce advocate and protector for those who have been underrepresented. Her approach to policy is rooted in the shared values of her community: education, health & wellbeing, jobs & economic opportunity, environment & sustainable future, civic engagement & leadership, fair and just equitable systems.
Fern Ward has been a Laveen resident since 1982 and is committed to making her community the best it can be. She currently serves on the Laveen Elementary School Governing Board, Laveen Fire Board, Maricopa County Board of Adjustment, Urban Farming Education Board, South Phoenix Laveen Chamber, Laveen Baseball League and several ad-hoc organizations and committees.
Jennifer was first elected to the South Tucson City Council at the age of 18, the youngest person to be elected to public office in Arizona.
Lela credits Arizona’s kindergarten through university education system for making the difference in her ability to help others. As a
Julie became a passionate advocate for all children when she began her teaching career in 1986. Since then, she has
Jessica Bueno was born and raised in El Paso, TX. She was raised by a single mother who kept them
Berdetta Hodge serves on the Tempe Union High School District Governing Board as the President. Berdetta is the East Valley
Phoenix native Laura Pastor is a fifth-generation Arizonan who graduated from St. Mary’s High School and received a Bachelor of
Eva Carrillo Dong was re-elected to the Sunnyside Unified School District in 2020. Eva has served as a devoted board
Ylenia Aguilar is a member of the Osborn School District Governing Board and currently serves as President of the Board.
Stephanie Parra is an experienced educator committed to improving public schools in Arizona. She is a first generation American citizen,
Kiana Sears is a community advocate, engaged ASU Sun Devil, nonprofit community leader, and an Arizona seasoned public policy professional.
Garthanne De Ocampo was appointed to the Governing Board in 2017. Ms. De Ocampo had a fifty-year career as a
Corina Madruga was elected to the Tolleson Union High School District Governing Board in 2014 and was re-elected in 2018.
Beki Quintero was re-elected to the Sunnyside Unified School Board in 2020. She is a lifetime resident of the Sunnyside
Sophia is a first-generation American, a bilingual activist, and a strong enduring mother of two school-aged children. Sophia is an
She has worked in classrooms, after school programs focused on character development and directly with teachers providing trainings on social-emotional
Paul Bixler was elected to the Liberty Elementary School Board in 2020. From Akron, Ohio, Paul’s family moved to Phoenix
Natalie Luna Rose has 20 years of experience in communications and the electoral process at all levels – from local
Naketa is the epitome of resiliency. As a person who was in foster care, Naketa Ross knows firsthand the power
Monica Trejo currently serves as the President of Tempe Elementary School Board, as the district 3 representative. She is a
