Region 7 ESC Employee Spotlight
At Region 7 ESC, we're proud to shine a light on the incredible individuals who dedicate their lives to making a difference in education. Our biweekly Employee Spotlight highlights team members whose passion and commitment help shape the future of our students. Through their hard work and expertise, they support both teachers and students across the region. This week, we're excited to introduce three standout employees who exemplify what it means to lead with heart.
"I have been a nurse for over 25 years, with 12 of those years serving as a school nurse. I was able to build on my school nurse experience when I joined Head Start in 2019. It is incredibly rewarding to play a small role in empowering families to make informed decisions about their children's healthcare needs. There is nothing quite like seeing a potential educational barrier removed, allowing a child to learn at his/her full potential. When a child who cannot see receives glasses for the first time, or I am able to assist a family with follow-up for a medical problem or dental issue with a provider, I am so humbled. Head Start plays a vital role for families, and I am so blessed that God called me to this program and Region 7."
Lisa is a Specialist in IMS and has been in education for 22 years.
"As a child, my cousins and I always played school, so I knew at an early age that I wanted to help people. Assisting our districts in learning ASCENDER Student, solving challenges, and helping them feel confident in the system is truly the best part of what I do."
Tetyana is a Performance Management and Data Specialist in Texas Strategic Leadership and has been in education for 33 years.
"My career in education began in 1992 when I started teaching English as a second language at a public school in Lugansk, Ukraine. Since my move to the United States in 1998, I have been grateful for an incredible journey serving Texas communities as a teacher, principal, and leadership coach. The impact of high-quality public education on my own life has deepened my passion for supporting school and district leaders who impact greater school communities. Joining the Region 7 team has increased my leadership capacity and given me the chance to support school systems across East Texas—a privilege I truly appreciate."