Christina Cortez

Vice Chair - Community Impact

Program Coordinator/B3 Team, Long Beach Unified School District

Christina is a passionate Early Childhood Educator with 22 years of experience in the Long Beach Unified School District, where she serves as a Program Coordinator in the Early Learning and Expanded Learning Department. She holds a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus on leadership, a single subject credential in Child Development, and an administrative eligibility credential. Christina is dedicated to working closely with students, families, and the community to bridge the achievement gap. Her educational philosophy emphasizes creating a learning environment that values student voice and choice while supporting teachers’ opportunities for professional development and reflection.