Justine Bernacet

Background

About Justine Bernacet

Going on seven years of experience as an educator in both public and private schools, I am a passionate and effective educator who strives to create equitable and inclusive learning environments for all of my students. I demonstrated high student growth through rigorous and engaging math lessons, co-authored the school's internal DEI statement of purpose, and facilitated a cohort of educators promoting DEI initiatives and programs. As a current TeachPlus Policy Fellow, I leverage my classroom expertise and my master's degree in urban education to advocate for policy solutions that address the systemic barriers and challenges faced by underprivileged and low-income communities. I have presented at policy summits, provided public comment on legislation, lobbied at the state capital, and worked on a social media campaign to support policies that enhance educational opportunities, equity, and justice for all students. I am driven by my commitment to social change and youth empowerment, and I seek to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influencers to advance these goals.