We are delighted to welcome four SophiaCorps members to our team of teaching professionals this year! The pilot year of the SophiaCorps program was launched this fall in partnership with the Notre Dame Mission Volunteers and AmeriCorps, and has already reaped rewards.
SophiaCorps members supervise students while teachers virtually stream into the classes, helping create self-contained groups. All four are Sophia Academy graduates, providing an additional path to supporting the growth of alumnae.
“We see it as a way to extend our mission and to develop a public purpose by sharing our social justice driven curriculum, responsive teaching practices, and holistic approach with people who aspire to work in schools or youth development programs,” says Maura Farrell, Head of School. “The best part is that they connect so beautifully with our students, who can see themselves and their futures in these strong, dedicated, accomplished mentors who are pursuing their own passions and contributing to the community.”
The members of the inaugural class of SophiaCorps are: Kia Lebron '14; Diamond Rivera '12; Katherine Tejada '16; and Yanelly Tejada '13.
“When I graduated from Sophia Academy, I realized that I had discovered I was worth the effort, and when I went to other schools without the same values I got upset because I knew what I was receiving did not match what I was worth,” shares Diamond Rivera. “Part of the reason I returned to the school is to help each girl know that she matters.”
Please join us in welcoming Kia, Diamond, Katherine and Yanelly!
