Mindy Trisko

Affiliation

Wilcox High School - SCUSD

Biography

Mindy Trisko has been an educator for over 13 years. She recently earned her M.A. in Emancipatory Leadership from SJSU. She is passionate about building authentic connections with and between students, as she believes that when students feel safe and have a sense of belonging, it’s easier for them to learn and thrive. During her tenure as an educator, she has led numerous initiatives at the school site level, focusing on inclusivity, equity and fostering positive relationships. She was a founding member and content designer for a pilot Advisory Program, intended to promote invigoration, community-building, and student advocacy. She also envisioned and led various Collaborative Action Team (CAT) Groups at her school site to research and implement new strategies to support the diverse student body on campus. These CAT groups included: Abolitionist Educators, Advisory, and Restorative Practices. She is thrilled to be paving the way to equity, belonging, and inclusion through the Ambassador Program.