Deborah March

Deborah envisions a world where all young people experience belonging and agency, within and beyond the school walls. With expertise in instructional design, student voice, and community engagement, Deborah has led system-wide innovation projects that prioritize real-world learning and civic agency. She has taught across middle school, high school, and college levels, and has held leadership roles at the school, division, and state levels. She has presented at national forums and collaborated with educators and policymakers to foster inclusive access to deeper learning. Deborah is from Queens, New York and holds a B.A. in English Literature from City College of New York and an M.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D. in African American Studies and American Studies from Yale University. She holds Virginia licensure endorsements in K-12 Administration and Supervision, English, English as a Second Language, and Social Studies. She currently serves as a curriculum leader in one of the largest public school divisions in the nation.