Next Steps Show Aug 13, 2022

Our conversation today features the Honorable Beatriz LeBron, Commissioner, and Vice-President of the Rochester City School District Board of Education. Beatriz LeBron leads Healthi Kids' Play ROCs campaign (healthikids.org), where she devises strategies and tactics aimed at elevating play to a pivotal role in the holistic well-being of children in schools and communities. With a remarkable 19-year tenure in the human services sector, LeBron has accumulated a wealth of experience as a supervisor, educator, trainer, and community health worker. Her primary dedication lies in assisting families confronted with various social, economic, and health-related challenges. Possessing more than a decade's worth of expertise in the formulation, execution, and oversight of policies within the realms of healthcare and education, she is also well-versed in the intricate regulations set forth by the New York State Department of Health. Currently holding the esteemed positions of Commissioner and Vice-President on the RCSD Board of Education, LeBron wears the dual hats of chairperson for both the Finance and Human Services committees. Her academic journey includes a bachelor's degree in Communications and Economics from St. John Fisher College, a certificate in Finance from Georgetown University, and an associate degree in Liberal Arts from Monroe Community College. Her quest for knowledge continues as she pursues studies in Law at the University of Arizona. During her leisure moments, LeBron indulges in her passions for art, reading, and cherishing quality time with her grandchildren and children. This conversation is more than mere dialogue; it's about fostering understanding, promoting growth, and discovering hope in challenging times. #NextStepsShow #PuttingPeopleFirst