Cassandra Salgado

Background

About Cassandra Salgado

As the Director of the Morton Schapiro Northwestern Academy for Chicago Public Schools, I lead a team of educators who support high-achieving, diverse, and first-generation students from low-income backgrounds to pursue academic excellence, college access, and professional growth. For over ten years, I have designed and implemented innovative programs that leverage EdTech, systems thinking, and social impact to create positive outcomes for over 200 students and their families each year.I am also an MBA candidate at the Kellogg School of Management, where I am developing my skills in strategy, management, leadership, organizational development, and financial management. With over 15 years of experience in education and counseling, my mission is to empower people of all ages and backgrounds to navigate education systems and achieve their full potential as informed and engaged citizens. I am passionate about collaborating with other educators, leaders, and stakeholders who share my vision and values.