Rhonda Newton

Rhonda Newton serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Darkness to Light since September 2020, overseeing financial management and restructuring efforts following significant staff reductions. Prior roles include Senior Director of Curriculum Design and Research, where advancements were made in adult training curriculum through various educational formats. Newton has contributed to Texas A&M University System as an Instructional Designer III, developing eLearning courses, and previously held multiple instructional design roles at Texas A&M University. With a robust teaching background, including experience in Spanish language instruction and curriculum design, Newton also held translation roles and provided language classes for corporate clients. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from Texas A&M University and a Master’s degree in Learning and Technology from Western Governors University.