What Drives Our Team
Educational Consultant
EduCational consultant
Andy is an experienced education leader and consultant currently working with Equity Consulting Group to drive equity and improve student outcomes. He previously led North Star – Alexander Street in Newark, NJ, where 3rd and 4th graders outperformed state averages in English and Math, and later supported turnaround schools statewide as a Turnaround Support Manager at the Colorado Department of Education. Andy holds degrees from Bethel College, Marian University, and Relay Graduate School of Education and is a Teach For America alum. Based in Denver, CO, Andy spends his free time with his dog Wilson, enjoying music, sports, and meaningful conversations with friends.
EduCational consultant
Sergio was born and raised in Inglewood, California, the son of immigrant parents from Mexico. I was a founding student of Green Dot Public Schools, University Prep's original founders. Though not always an easy road, I attended undergrad in Los Angeles at Occidental College and earned a degree in International Relations. In 2008 I made the decision to move to New York City to pursue a Masters degree at Teachers College and to help establish University Prep Charter High School (formerly Green Dot New York Charter High School) as a founding faculty member. I have been incredibly fortunate enough to be married to an amazing educator, business owner and professor and I am the proud father of 2 young daughters. They are without a doubt my reason for trying to bring my best everyday. Education has always been a part of my life even when I didn't realize it. My goal is to not just provide lessons within the classroom but for my students to walk away with life lessons that will benefit them once they leave the classroom.
EduCational consultant
Avy is an experienced English educator in the secondary public school sector, an instructional designer, and a curriculum consultant with a culture-first perspective. She believes in embedding the organic, and careful implementation of culturally relevant pedagogy within every planned student-facing and professional interaction. With years of experience teaching in Abbott public school districts across North and South Jersey, Avy believes that culturally based teaching, alongside engaging and measurable assessments, is key to effective instruction and fostering civil, inclusive communities. Avy has designed comprehensive lesson plans, pacing guides, and differentiated strategies to support learners of all levels, ensuring that every student feels seen and valued. Fluent in Spanish, Avy bridges communication gaps as a liaison and interpreter, facilitating collaboration among diverse communities. With a passion for raising upstanding, welcoming, and well-rounded members of society, Avy brings creativity, expertise, and a student-centered approach to every project, equipping educators and learners for success in and beyond the classroom.
Prisca is a dedicated Curriculum Developer with a deep commitment to social, environmental, and racial justice in education. With extensive expertise in project-based learning, she designs high-quality instructional materials that inspire critical thinking and cultivate a love for learning among K-12 students. Her work prioritizes accessibility and equity, creating transformative educational experiences for all students, particularly Black students and those from marginalized communities.
Currently, Prisca focuses on developing culturally sustaining and inclusive curricula rooted in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) techniques, anti-racist practices, and abolitionist teaching principles. By emphasizing joy and challenging traditional norms, Prisca continues to push the boundaries of educational innovation, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive in equitable and inclusive learning environments.