Stephanie Cajina

Stephanie Cajina (she/her) is a Vallejo resident who earned her bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs from UCLA, where she developed a deep commitment to education equity and social impact. Over the years, she has worked full time across the education spectrum—from elementary schools to programs supporting college-aged youth—dedicating herself to expanding opportunities for students of color and increasing access to higher education. Her passion lies in creating inclusive pathways that uplift historically marginalized communities and reimagine what support for young people can look like. This fall, Stephanie will be pursuing her Master’s in Education Policy, Organization, and Leadership Studies at Stanford University. She sees this next chapter as a critical stepping stone toward shaping more responsive educational systems at a broader policy level.