Ruby Marsh-BA/MAT ’26

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Finding Her Classroom

How Baker School graduate Ruby Marsh, BA/MAT ’26, turned a pandemic pivot into a purpose-driven career in elementary education
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Abbey Phelan, MAT ’26

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From Au Pair to Educator: How the Baker School of Education Prepared Abbey Phelan for a Career in Special Education

The path Abbey Phelan, MAT ’26, took to American University began not in a classroom, but in a home.
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Ellis Tatiana, BA '26, on AU's quad.

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From Dual Enrollment to Teaching Fellow: Tatiana Ellis's Journey Through AU's Baker School of Education

For Tatiana Ellis, BA ’26, American University was never just a college — it was the place where a childhood dream became a career in progress.
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Lexi Simmerson MEd '26

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AU Opens Doors: Lexi Simmerson is on a Mission to Make Schools Work for Every Student

AU Opens Doors: Lexi Simmerson is on a Mission to Make Schools Work for Every Student.
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Carla Davila, MEd '22

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Carla Davila's Path Through AU's Baker School of Education

From the Classroom to Certifying Childcare Professionals Across the District
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Baker Dedication

Alumni ·

American University Dedicates the Linda A. and H. Kent Baker School of Education

AU’s first school naming in 45 years honors Kent and Linda Baker’s lifelong commitment to education and community.
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Nicole Alvarez with students in her classroom.

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A Double Eagle's Journey: Nicole Alvarez on Education, Community, and Coming Back to AU

Now a Baltimore City Public Schools teacher, she wants to remain hands-on and connected to students.
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Dr. Carolyn Parker

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From Guatemala to Costa Rica: How AU's Dr. Carolyn Parker Is Reshaping STEM Education

From Peace Corps to Fulbright recipient.
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Tess Dul, MEd '23

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When Classroom Learning Leads to School District Leadership

Making an impact for students by working on policies to break down barriers
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Keys at 10 years old with founding members of the book club.

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From Reader to Role Model: How Sidney Keys III Is Reshaping What It Means to Learn

Sidney Keys III, BA ’28, came to American University with a mission already in motion—and he is just getting started.
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