I am a proud public servant, a wife, and a mom to two funny, kind, and curious boys. I am the daughter of a strong and loving mother who inspires me every single day—and I share my home with a very sweet dog. I was born in Costa Rica, and grew up between there and Nicaragua.
I believe leadership should be rooted in honesty and driven by the voices of the community. I believe government should work for all of us—and I’m committed to making that happen.
I have worked in a variety of spaces—research, policy, nonprofits, city government, and community organizing. Currently, I am honored to serve as the Director of Immigrant Affairs for the City of Somerville, where I work to make local government more accessible, responsive, and fair for everyone who calls Somerville home.
I am running for Woburn School Committee because I believe every child in our city deserves access to a high-quality, inclusive, and well-resourced public education—regardless of zip code, first language, or ability.
Strong Schools, Strong Communities
Invest in teacher support and career development.
Expand access to mental health and counseling services.
Promote diverse learning pathways, including STEM, the arts, and vocational education.
Equity and Inclusion
Center family voices in school decision-making.
Strengthen language access and special education services.
Celebrate our diversity and ensure every student feels safe, seen, and supported.
Fiscal Responsibility
Advocate for transparent, student-centered budgeting.
Prioritize resources where they make the most impact.
Develop creative, community-informed solutions during tight budget cycles.
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Voting in Woburn Municipal Elections - 2025
There are currently more than 10 candidates for School Committee, which means we will need to hold preliminary elections on August 26, 2025. General elections will be on November 4, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The general election will be citywide for the offices of Mayor, Councilor-at-Large, School Committee, as well as each ward Councilor.
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For more information on voting in this upcoming election, click here: https://woburnma.gov/government/city-clerk/elections/municipal-election-2025/
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