Chandra Roughton

About Chandra Roughton

Luminous Minds was founded and created by Chandra Roughton (Ms. Chandra), a passionate educator/teacher and lifelong learner for over 24 years. Ms. Chandra has been inspiring, educating, and effectively teaching children throughout her entire career. Many know her as being a change agent and advocate for what is best for kids. Early on, she began her career as a classroom teacher, proudly serving in Title 1 schools. Chandra was the first teacher to show up to work, and the last one to leave. Her scholars consistently produced some of the highest academic scores in the Districts/schools that she served. More importantly, her students adored her. She made learning fun and seemed to understand that all children learn in unique and different ways. Chandra became a lifelong learner herself, fascinated by the neuroscience and research on how the human brain learns. Using this knowledge throughout her career, she evolved into a variety of leadership, coaching, and curriculum development positions centered around best practices to teach children. Chandra graduated from Fresno State with a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and Administration. She continues to lead teacher development trainings and workshops to help other educators improve their practice and learn about evidence-based practices incorporating the elements and findings in the Science of Reading. She has worked tirelessly to close the existing achievement gaps in our educational system, all for the benefit of ensuring all children receive the high-quality education they deserve. Credentials: M.A. Degree in Educational Leadership & Administration with Distinction Administrative Credential (CA) Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential (CA) Publications: Exploring the Benefits of Private, Out-of-School Tutoring with Students in Grades K-12 (2016) Co-Author | Hidden Figures Academy (HFA) Middle School Charter Petition (educational program)(2017) Professional Development Workshops, Teacher Trainings, Seminars: Let\'s Read | Understanding the 5 Key Elements Necessary to Teach Young Children How To Read All Kids Are Smart | An Overview of the Multiple Intelligences (MI) and Best Practices to Support Students in TK-2nd Grade

Experience

1. CEO

   Luminous Minds

   Jan 2014 — Present · CA, US

Education

• California State University, Fresno

  Master of Arts (MA) - Educational Leadership, Educational Leadership and Administration, General

  2015 — 2016