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Randy’s background combines classroom teaching and coaching with school leadership, including service as a principal in Grapevine-Colleyville and Keller ISDs. His experience as a social studies educator, coach, and administrator provides a strong foundation for supporting students and guiding aspiring teachers.

Lourdes draws on more than 19 years of teaching experience, with expertise in special education, instructional leadership, and student support. She currently serves as a special education facilitator in Canutillo ISD and a collegiate professor at the University of Texas at El Paso while pursuing her Ph.D. in history at Liberty University.

Dr. Beaty’s 34 years in education include teaching at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, as well as teaching research at the university level. His classroom experience and leadership as a principal and superintendent give him a broad understanding of teaching and school systems to draw on when guiding new educators.

Martha devoted 38 years to education, including 26 years as a teacher and assistant principal in Keller ISD and 12 years as an elementary school principal in Bridgeport ISD. Her experience in classroom instruction and campus leadership offers practical insight to help beginning teachers navigate their roles and support student learning.

Linda’s background includes teaching English and history and serving as a principal in Arlington ISD. Her experience in classroom instruction and school leadership helps her guide new teachers as they develop engaging lessons and grow in their professional roles.

Dana’s more than 30 years in public education include roles as a CTE educator, campus principal, and district administrator, with 18 years as director of career and technical education for Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD. Drawing on her experience in instructional leadership, mentoring, program evaluation, and teacher preparation, she supports ECAP intern teachers as they strengthen their instructional skills, work toward certification, and grow as educators.

Knel taught Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and mathematics in grades seven and eight in Rockwall ISD before serving as curriculum director and district testing coordinator in Caddo Mills ISD. Her background in mathematics instruction, curriculum, and assessment equips her to help beginning teachers connect instructional planning with student learning.

Mike’s background includes teaching algebra and geometry and serving as a principal in Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD. His experience in mathematics education and campus leadership informs his approach to helping new teachers plan effective instruction and meet the needs of their students.

Dr. Hilburn devoted 43 years to Dallas ISD, serving as a special education teacher, vocational counselor, principal at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, and district leader overseeing programs, school leadership, and appraisal management in a district serving 165,000 students in grades 1–12. Following retirement, she continued supporting educators as an adjunct professor teaching master’s-level students at Concordia University in Austin and as an ECAP field advisor, while remaining active in community and nonprofit leadership and advocacy.

Dr. Killian has taught history at all secondary levels and served as a principal and central office administrator in Grapevine-Colleyville ISD, overseeing social studies, gifted and talented program, and CATE. Her work across classrooms, campuses, and district programs gives her a broad understanding of curriculum and instruction to share with new teachers.

Lori has 30 years of experience in special education, including resource, inclusion, and behavior support, and has served as a dyslexia specialist and special education department chair. Her career includes service in Lewisville, Northwest, and Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISDs, with a specialized background that helps her guide new teachers in supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Dr. Papadimitriou dedicated 20 years to teaching chemistry and physics in Louisiana and Texas and served as a department chair before spending 20 years as a secondary school principal in Conroe ISD. His background in science instruction and school leadership provides valuable insight for new teachers as they build their classroom practice.

Rita’s career includes teaching English, psychology, and sociology and serving as a principal in Kennedale and Brazosport ISDs, complemented by leadership as a former president of TASSP. Her honors include Region 11 Principal of the Year, recognition as a Houston-area Top 10 Female Leader, and induction into the Renaissance Hall of Fame for educators.

Karen’s career includes 18 years of teaching at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, followed by 13 years as a secondary principal. Her extensive classroom and leadership experience equips her to support aspiring teachers as they develop their skills and confidence.

Terri’s career spans secondary education, school counseling, and athletics in Arlington, Keller, and Birdville ISDs. Her background teaching English and elective courses, coaching girls’ varsity basketball and track, and serving as a guidance counselor provides a broad perspective on student support and educator development.

Wendy brings experience in classroom instruction, curriculum coaching, and school leadership through her work in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Her background as a primary educator, curriculum coach, and assistant principal provides a well-rounded perspective on teaching and supporting educators.

Deborah served as a principal in Dallas ISD and most recently as a school leadership executive director in Fort Worth ISD. Her experience in campus and district leadership offers new teachers insight into school expectations, professional collaboration, and student success.

Barbara’s 37-year career in public education includes experience as a teacher and principal, with a background in dyslexia and special education. She now supports developing teachers as an ECAP field advisor while also serving students with dyslexia as a transition specialist.

Ernie’s 39-year career in education includes teaching English language arts and history and serving as a principal in Arlington and Birdville ISDs. Grateful for a rewarding career, he has especially enjoyed the past 10 years as an ECAP field advisor helping first-year teachers grow in their practice.

Vicki’s experience includes teaching middle school science and high school health, along with serving as principal of a career and technology high school in Grand Prairie ISD. Her background in classroom instruction and campus leadership helps her support new teachers in connecting learning to practical applications and preparing students for future opportunities.

Dr. Washington’s career spans biology instruction and district leadership, with roles including executive director of schools, assistant superintendent, chief of student support services, and chief of schools. Her service in Fort Worth and Dallas ISDs includes leading organizational change and improving operations in large urban school districts, offering new teachers insight into the systems that support schools and students.

Sarah dedicated more than 30 years to education as a teacher and principal in Fort Worth ISD, concluding her career with 11 years as principal of Arlington Heights High School. Her background in mathematics instruction and campus leadership helps her guide new teachers as they strengthen their teaching skills and establish themselves in the classroom.

Rita’s experience includes teaching reading and English and serving as a campus principal in Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD. Her background in literacy instruction and school leadership provides practical guidance for beginning teachers as they develop their instructional skills and support student success.

Jennifer’s career in education includes work in New Mexico, Italy, and Texas, where she served in Birdville and Keller ISDs. Her background in foreign language instruction and school leadership, combined with experience across varied educational settings, helps her guide new teachers as they build confidence and respond to different learning needs.