RioProgress
Maria Fernanda Martinez serves as the Executive Director at RioProgress since January 2021, with a robust background in education and curriculum development. Previous roles include Technology Trainer at Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP, and History Teacher at South Texas Independent School District. Martinez has also contributed to curriculum development for Unpacking and coordinated Creativity, Activity, and Service programs at IDEA Public Schools. Early career experiences include mentoring and directing curriculum at The WomanHOOD Project and internships with the U.S. House of Representatives and the National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Education - EdD in Learning and Organizational Change at Baylor University, Maria Fernanda Martinez holds degrees from Harvard Graduate School of Education and Columbia University.
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RioProgress
Rio Progress is a non-profit (pending 501c3 status) based in Brownsville, Texas that looks to prepare students ready to embark on educational and career goals in the Valley and Beyond. We help students learn about the A-Zs of college admissions, applying, financial aid, and more. We prepare and guide students to tackle the SAT, ACT, FAFSA and so many more acronyms related to getting into school. We make it a priority and a fundamental belief that students should have access to affordable collegiate education by prioritizing scholarships, grants, and merit based aid. We use the experience of our counselors, educators, and university resources to help match students with programs that align with their learning goals while ensuring that students have access to better education and learning opportunities.