What is an Educational Navigator?

  • Plans excursions and extracurricular activities as well as summer engagement activities.

  • Tutoring, vocational training, and career readiness.

  • Create connections with our school and collaborate with staff, case workers, ADN resources.

  • Connect and better our school and local community.

Meet your Educational Navigator for Timber Ridge Middle School, Fred

Fred has a Bachelor of Science in Sociology with minors in Chicano Studies and Family Studies. He has extensive experience working in youth services. Fred is passionate and excited to connect with staff and students. He is looking forward to assisting students with self-advocacy skills, job exploration and readiness, career planning, and trade skill opportunities.

Timber Ridge Middle School: Albany, OR

Meet your Educational Navigator for South Medford High School, Noel

Noel (she/they) has over 12 years of experience working in education. She has had a diverse range of experiences, including teaching kindergarten and studio art, as well as teacher coaching and K-12 administration. Noel has worked with educational nonprofits across four continents, advocating for access to high-quality education and equity for all learners. Noel is dedicated, passionate, and ready to meet staff and students!

South Medford High School: Medford, OR

Meet your Educational Navigator for McDaniel High School, Jessica

Jessica is a therapeutic teacher with over 15 years of experience in school education. She has a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Education. She has experience in school education, behavioral management, and trauma-informed care. Jessica is passionate and excited to work with McDaniel!

McDaniel High School: Portland, OR