TLS Breakout Session

Dr. Marvene Lobato Dr. Marvene Lobato has served as a public educator for 40 years in Arizona and Colorado. Her experience in public education includes the following positions: Elementary Teacher, Elementary Principal, Director of Elementary Education, Business Manager, Executive Director for Business Services, Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Services and Superintendent. She earned her Bachelor of […]

Dr. Michael Butts Dr. Michael D. Butts has served as a teacher and school administrator for the past 9 years in Osborn and Agua Fria Union High School districts while also serving on the board of the Arizona Association for Gifted and Talented Children and currently as an elected member of the Roosevelt School Board.

Renaldo Fowler Renaldo is a Senior Staff Advocate with Disability Rights Arizona (DRAZ) where he has been employed since 1984. Renaldo joined DRAZ following his graduation from Arizona State University and has worked in the disability advocacy field for four decades. He has been a voice in the state regarding racial discrimination, bias discipline practices,

Herbert Washington Herbert Washington is the Harvey K. Smith Artistic Director of the Grammy Award-winning Phoenix Boys Choir. A proud alumnus of the Phoenix Boys Choir, Mr. Washington’s deep connection to Arizona’s choral pedagogy shapes both his approach to music education and his leadership within the choir. He is widely recognized for his dynamic teaching

Monica Gilfillan Monica Gilfillan, M.S.Ed. is a dedicated lifelong educator,passionate education reform advocate, and strategic leader committed to transforming education and the future of work through innovative solutions and meaningful partnerships. As a Senior Account Executive at MagicSchool, she helps K-12 educators harness the power of AI-driven tools to streamline instruction, enhance learning outcomes, and

Rabbanni FurQaan Rabbanni FurQaan is the President of the 100 Black Men of Phoenix, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for African Americans by enhancing educational and economic opportunities. Locally, he serves as Chair of City of Tempe Human Relations Commission, Incoming Chair of Tempe Community Council, Commissioner on the City

Gabriella Cabrera Gabriella Cabrera is a Government teacher at West Point High School in the Tolleson Union High School District. As the School Participatory Budgeting (SPB) sponsor, she is passionate about civic engagement and creating meaningful, real-world learning experiences for her students. Known for her dedication to education, Gabriella empowers young people to think critically,

Dr. Monique Wells Dr. Wells is a leading authority on education reform. Affectionately called ‘America’s Favorite Teacher’ by students and parents, she believes that closing the achievement gap is a moral and economic imperative. She is called to serve underserved communities where rampant poverty exists. As a transformational leader, visionary, and advocate for change; she