Dr. Nicolle Karantinos directs academics and innovation for ASU Preparatory Academy, a PreK-12 charter school system that has a track-record of bringing its progressive model into schools to successfully serve students from all geographic locations and socio-economic backgrounds. Nicolle has spoken nationally and served on numerous statewide panels on successful educational STEM models and has written and directed multiple grants. Prior to ASU, Nicolle spearheaded the Advanced STEM Program where 100% of the students realized one-of-a-kind personalized learning plans leveraging Move On When Ready. She serves as a board member for Si Se Puede and education committee member for ASU Women and Philanthropy. Dr. Karantinos received her Ed.D. in Educational Administration and Supervision at ASU and has served as a K-12 curriculum director and an elementary and high school teacher and administrator.