I’ve built my career around program evaluation in PK–12 education, with a focus on federally funded initiatives.

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ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m KaMi. I’ve come to believe that we all find our own way to make a difference, and for me, that path is through educational program evaluation. My career is grounded in helping schools and communities gain better understanding of what’s working, what can be strengthened, and how evidence can guide better decisions.

I focus on supporting education leaders through the use of evaluation tools, impact and economic studies, and data systems designed to inform practice and policy in meaningful but also practical ways.

Beyond my professional work, I’m a third-year PhD student at the University of South Florida, specializing in measurement, evaluation, and economic evaluation in education. I’m also a millennial mom balancing doctoral research, district projects, and family life, often fueled by strong coffee and curiosity.

In the moments I step away from research and data, I enjoy exploring local restaurants, quiet time at the beach, and finding new coffee shops to recharge and reflect. These small routines help me maintain balance and perspective in both my work and life.

My Academic Background

  • I am currently pursuing my PhD in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Measurement and Evaluation at the University of South Florida, a journey I began in 2023. My research focuses on impact and economic evaluation of districtwide programs, emphasizing advanced statistical methods such as multilevel modeling to understand program effectiveness and value across complex educational systems. This work bridges my professional experience with a deep commitment to advancing how evaluation informs large-scale educational decisions.

  • I earned my Master of Arts in Applied Learning and Instruction from the University of Central Florida in 2021, where I focused on program evaluation and research in educational settings. My graduate work deepened my understanding of how learning theory connects to program design, implementation, and assessment, building the foundation for my later specialization in educational evaluation.

  • I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez, where I developed a strong interest in education policy, social systems, and data-driven decision-making. This early exposure to policy and governance shaped my commitment to using evidence and analysis to inform educational improvement.