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Ismael Fajardo is an adjunct faculty member in the College of Education at the University of Washington, where he serves as the lead researcher and evaluator at the City of Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning. His research focuses on the P-20 STEM pipeline for underserved student populations, specifically examining secondary preparation, postsecondary transitions, retention, and achievement. Fajardo employs both quantitative and qualitative research approaches to understand the conditions that foster accessible and equitable educational environments, informing policy at local, state, and national levels. He currently teaches assessment and evaluation in higher education, contributing to initiatives like the Brotherhood Initiative and the Equitable Parent-School Collaboration. He holds a Master of Education and a PhD in educational leadership, policy, and organizations from the University of Washington, along with a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages, Cultures, and Literature from Washington State University, and an Associate's degree from Spokane Falls Community College.
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