Following a career path into the private sector, Dan shares how he remains involved with educational causes he is passionate about.

Q&A

What is your favorite part of being a Teach For America alumnus?

After spending seven years out of Vegas, the best part has been reconnecting with the Teach For America community. I was asked by Justin Brecht, a 2004 Las Vegas Valley alumnus, to serve on the founding board of Nevada Rise Academy, a K-5 charter school in Las Vegas. While I may not work in education anymore, I still care about the mission. The Teach For America alumni community has provided me with the opportunity to stay involved.

What impact have you seen as a result of alumni involvement in the Las Vegas Valley community? 

Like so many of us, I believe that education is the key to economic advancement. My experience as a corps member shaped that mindset, and I believe that my work with Nevada Rise Academy will be one of the solutions to improving the educational system in Southern Nevada.

What do you have for someone who wants to stay connected to education while in the private sector? 

Find a cause that you can be proud to be a part of and don't give up looking. It took years for Nevada Rise Academy to find me. I am extremely proud of the work that we have done thus far and look forward to what lies ahead.