Tiyee LaMar – Joined the Six Pixels Studios: East Valley Phoenix team in 2023 as the Youth Instructional Lead. She helps students develop artistic story-based content, guide their creative processes, and assist them through the cinematography as well as editing process for the short films and YouTube videos. Tiyee LaMar previously worked as a Kindergarten teacher, […]
William E. Nicholson II – Introducing William Nicholson, a Virginia native whose journey epitomizes resilience and empathy. As an educated Black father, brother, uncle, and friend, he humbly embodies these virtues. Rooted in diverse experiences, his path is marked by triumphs over adversity, shaping his profound commitment to uplifting others. Family lies at the heart of
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Jimmy Hart, Ed.S. – Career spans three decades serving his community through education and leadership. His diverse roles serving as a classroom teacher, school principal, district leader, and small business owner reflect his deep-rooted commitment to fostering equity, inclusion and promoting cultural understanding. An award-winning educator, Hart stands as a leading figure in leadership and diversity
Jerry Woods – Owner/Managing Director of Six Pixels Studios: East Valley Phoenix; which offers creative STEAM based learning opportunities for kids (ages 7-15) in everything from: Make-a-Movie (Filmmaking) to Stop Motion, Creative Photography, YouTube Studios, Creative Mixer, Coding and more. Students can experience our classes via online, in-person, private groups, summer camps, birthday parties, in-school and
Berdetta Hodge has been a resident of the city of Tempe for over 40 years. She was raised in Tempe and graduated from Tempe public schools. From a young age, Berdetta sought to become a transformative leader in our city. She wanted to make a difference in the lives of others. She has been a
Justine Parnell is an educator currently, she is pursuing a doctoral degree at Arizona State University in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College. Justine is in the Learning, Literacies, and Technologies program, centering on juvenile justice, special education. Justine’s ultimate goal is to bridge the gap between education, incarceration, and rehabilitation, by providing opportunities for incarcerated
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Dr. Sherry Pough, author of “Boss Up & Raise Yours Boys,” blends education and mentorship. Vice-Principal at New Smyrna Beach Middle School, leading ESE Department. 20+ years in education, advocates for inclusivity. Also, an Area Coordinator for Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Dedicated to empowering youth and fostering positive change in education. Boss Up and
Cedric, a two-time Veteran of Foreign Wars, Teacher of the Year winner, President of the AEA Black Caucus, National Educator Association Delegate, Kyrene School Board Candidate, and educator at Vista Grande High School, Collins has dedicated his life to uplifting and empowering those around him. Collins’ educational background reflects his commitment to continuous learning and
Alisa Johnson, M.Ed. is a gifted specialist in the Paradise Valley Unified School District, currently teaching a 3/4 self-contained gifted class. Alisa presents and consults on sustainable culturally responsive teaching practices for gifted and general education teachers. She shares her passion for integrating cultural studies into curricula planning, developing culturally responsive students and dynamic, culturally responsive
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As a Sandy Hook Promise Trainer, Justin is dedicated to bringing the messages and tools of the Know The Signs programs directly to youth and adults in an engaging, relatable and easy-to-understand way. Skilled at public speaking, creative collaboration, training and administration, Justin is an enthusiastic, passionate and motivated Relations Teacher with over four years
