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Valerie Garcia
Ph.D. Student in Education, admitted Autumn 2025
BioValerie García is a linguist, educator, and researcher whose work centers on heritage language education, teacher development, and identity development. Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Education at Stanford University, Valerie brings a strong interdisciplinary background bridging applied linguistics, pedagogy, and sociocultural analysis to her teaching and research.
She earned her M.S. in Applied Linguistics from Georgetown University, where she contributed to projects at the Assessment and Evaluation Language Resource Center (AELRC) and co-authored publications in The Modern Language Journal and the Institute of International Education. Her research has examined heritage language learner identity, multilingual education, and the impacts of language policies across the U.S., including her thesis on the differing perceptions of heritage language programs among administrators and teachers.
As a Spanish teacher and curriculum developer, Valerie has taught at Mountain House High School, Summit Charter Schools, and La Escuelita, where she integrates project-based and culturally responsive instruction aligned with state standards. Her teaching is grounded in linguistic justice and equitable access to world language education.
Valerie’s scholarship has been presented at the American Association for Applied Linguistics (AAAL) and the National Heritage Language Resource Center (NHLRC) conferences, and her visual research work has been featured in leading textbooks such as Second Language Research and The Art of Language Teaching and the Science of Language Learning.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, Valerie combines her expertise in linguistic research and pedagogy with her commitment to empowering multilingual learners and advancing equity in education. -
Jorge Luis Garcia Perez
Master of Arts Student in Education, admitted Autumn 2025
Graduate Program Assistant, SAL Early Childhood EducationBioJorge is a Fulbright-García Robles Scholar, recipient of the SECIHTI (Mexican Ministry of Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation) scholarship for graduate studies abroad, and the Claudio X. González Fellowship at Stanford University, where he is pursuing a master’s degree in Global Comparative Education. He has over six years of experience as a public school teacher and two additional years as a teacher educator in Mexico. He is deeply committed to bridging the gap between classroom realities and policy decisions, striving to improve both the quality and equity of education.
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Shelley Goldman
Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and for Student Affairs and Professor (Teaching) of Education, Emerita
Current Research and Scholarly InterestsUse and integration of digital technologies for teaching and learning; learning in informal settings, especially learning mathematics and science within families; bringing the tools and mindsets of design thinking to K-12 classrooms and to broadening STEM participation.
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Meline Grigoryan
Affiliate, Lemons Program
BioMeline Grigoryan, PhD, is a Fulbright Postdoctoral Scholar and Researcher at Stanford University. Her research explores the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and inclusive learning, with a particular focus on leveraging AI-driven tools for personalized learning and accessibility.
With extensive experience in inclusive education, education management, and curriculum development, Dr. Grigoryan has contributed to educational innovations and reforms aimed at fostering equitable learning environments. She has served as an Education Programs Manager and Researcher, designing and implementing strategies to enhance learning outcomes for diverse student populations.
At Stanford, Dr. Grigoryan collaborates with scholars and AI experts to explore how technology can advance accessibility, adaptive learning, and inclusive pedagogies worldwide. -
Pamela Grossman
Nomellini-Olivier Professor of Education, Emerita
Current Research and Scholarly InterestsStudy of classroom practice in middle school English Language Arts (with Susanna Loeb), funded by the Carnegie Corporation;
Study of pathways into teaching in New York City Schools (with Don Boyd, Hamilton Lankford, Susanna Loeb, and Jim Wyckoff).
Cross-professional study of the teaching of practice in programs to prepare teachers, clergy, and clinical psychologists (funded by the Spencer Foundation).
