Kathy Rudd creates systems that help educators respond to the academic and personal challenges students face, connecting schools with the resources children and families need to stay engaged and succeed.
After starting as a teacher in Clark County School District through Teach For America, Rudd moved into school leadership and nonprofit work. She co-founded and served as principal of Battle Born Academy, a K-8 charter school that served 330 students and families through project-based learning and restorative practices.
As director of standards and learning at Communities In Schools of Nevada, which supports nearly 100,000 students statewide, Rudd develops program standards, training systems and learning initiatives for school-based teams. Her work also supports students facing complex barriers including housing instability, food insecurity and mental health challenges.
Rudd also coaches youth volleyball and has been involved in legislative advocacy for education.