Patricia A. Brantley, CEO, Friendship Public Charter School

A founding partner of the nearly two decade-old Friendship with 12 campuses in Washington, DC and schools in many other cities, Pat passionately advocates for her students and the right of all children to receive a high-quality education.

Antonio Roca, Managing Director, Academica Virtual Education

As part of the leadership team overseeing 200 public charter schools and 125,000 students in over eleven states, Antonio’s command of four languages is a great benefit as he manages Academica’s international and domestic virtual programs, all in full swing in this crisis. 

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