Emily Dall’Orso believes in the power of object- and place-based learning to engage students of all ages in American history, civics, democracy, and the work towards a more equitable society. She has developed and led field trips, tours, and programming across a variety of museums and unique spaces, including a historic cemetery and a nineteenth century water pumping station, and is excited to add âfederal courthouseâ to that list. Emily earned a BA in American Identities and Storytelling from the CUNY Baccalaureate for Unique and Interdisciplinary Studies and earned her MSEd in Learning and Engagement in Museums and Cultural Organizations at Bank Street College of Education.
Central to everything Laura does are students and the belief that with authentic, collaborative relationships and a reflective, responsive, innovative approach to instruction and curriculum, public education is a pathway towards liberation for all students, and to a more just and equitable world. She is committed to problem solving with teachers and district leaders, facilitating professional development and designing engaging educational opportunities that build elementary studentsâ civic identities, critical skills, and global awareness. Before becoming a nonprofit leader with Discovering Justice, Laura worked for seven years as an elementary school teacher and instructional leader in Boston. She is a graduate of Simmons University, where she earned her Bachelors in Psychology and her Masters in Teaching. Most recently, she graduated from UPenn Graduate School of Education with her Masters in School Leadership and a principal certificate while spending a year as principal intern in Cambridge, MA.
Maryanna Leonard is deeply passionate about empowering youth through transformative education and meaningful community engagement. With a degree in Legal Studies from Franciscan University and a career that bridges education and law, Maryanna is dedicated to creating impactful change. Before joining Discovering Justice, she spent six years at a nonprofit focused on youth development within Boston Public Schools, where she honed her skills in volunteer management, partnership coordination, and community relationship building. Her career also includes valuable experience with the Department of Youth Services and juvenile probation courts, where she contributed significantly to youth advocacy and support. She is excited to leverage her expertise to create dynamic educational opportunities and uplift underrepresented communities, advancing the organizationâs mission with creativity and dedication.
Kiley Hartman is passionate about providing students with the knowledge necessary to navigate an increasingly complex justice system. Central to this passion is the belief that education is liberation and should be accessible to all students. As a former Mock Trial participant herself, Kiley believes Mock Trial to be an excellent tool to foster student confidence and autonomy. Before joining Discovering Justice, Kiley worked as a middle school teacher in the Greater Boston Area. She graduated from Hamilton College with a B.A. in Government and a double minor in Religious Studies and Womenâs and Gender Studies.
Victoria is interested in problem-solving to create impactful and accessible learning experiences that will promote justice ideals and foster the spirit of student change-makers. As Discovering Justiceâs K-5 Curriculum Developer, she supports teachers in creating meaningful and valuable learning experiences that develop knowledgeable and effective student advocates. Previously, Victoria spent six years as an elementary educator with experience in social-emotional and inquiry-based learning experiences. She earned a B.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Kentucky, and an M. Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on instructional technology from the University of Virginia.
Hanna Bregman believes that all young people deserve equal access to a comprehensive and accurate civic education curriculum in which they have the space to act as the autonomous community members they are. Guided by a love for language and learning, Hanna tutored K-5 students in English/writing and acted as a Staff Writer and Editor at the Tufts Observer. She earned a BA in Anthropology from Tufts University in May 2023 and is eager to facilitate student-facing civic programming at Discovering Justice. Hanna started as a Program Fellow in February and now works as a Program Associate.
Kayla Nordman believes strongly in expanding access to comprehensive civic education to provide the next generation with the resources they need to uphold and expand upon the values of American democracy and create a more equitable future. Before joining Discovering Justice, she worked as a Legislative Intern at the Massachusetts State House and as a Program Manager for the Massachusetts Center for Civic Education. Kayla graduated from Suffolk University with a BA in International Relations.
