Kymberly M. Cruz

Kymberly M. Cruz, Ph.D., currently serves as the Executive Director of the Office of Equity at Pittsburgh Public Schools, focusing on enhancing educational equity through the implementation of the District's Equity Plan. As the Founder and President of kcr arts + strategies, LLC, Kymberly provides arts education consulting and strategic development for cultural institutions. With extensive experience as an Independent National Consultant for The College Board, Kymberly ensures inclusive learning within the AP Art History program. Previously, Kymberly held leadership roles such as Chief Educational Officer at Renaissance Academy Charter School of the Arts and Senior Program Officer for Arts Education at Pittsburgh Public Schools, where Kymberly developed robust K-12 arts curricula and fostered community partnerships. Kymberly's academic background includes a Ph.D. in Teaching and Learning from Georgia State University and a Certificate in Arts + Cultural Strategy from the University of Pennsylvania.