Dr. Bettina Staudt

Dr. Bettina Staudt serves as the UNA USA National Council Representative for the Mid-East Region since August 2024 and is currently the President of the Virginia Dual Immersion Educator Network Executive Board. In a longstanding role with Chesterfield County Public Schools, Dr. Staudt acts as the District World Languages Specialist K-12, focusing on World Language Proficiency and Global Competency Development. Additional leadership roles include President Elect of the Global Virginia Executive Board and past positions with the Virginia Dual Language Educator Network and the Foreign Language Association of Virginia. With extensive experience in education, including previous roles as an educator and consultant, Dr. Staudt holds a Doctor of Education from William & Mary, a Master of Education from Boston University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Maryland.