One of her greatest joys is watching her students internalize a growth mindset and embrace the challenge to pursue a higher education so they can empower themselves, their families, and their communities. She completed her teacher preparation at California State University, Northridge where she earned a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Master of Arts in Education. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Wendy was born, raised, and continues to reside in Van Nuys. She has been teaching 9 years.