The Primary School
Susana Morales Lodis has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Susana started their career as an Attorney at SENIAT in 2000, where they specialized in Public-Tax Law and played a crucial role in drafting legal opinions in tax matters. Susana also coordinated a team of lawyers and participated in creating tax rules. In 2010, Susana worked as an Attorney at Taxand, providing quality tax advice globally.
In the years following, Susana transitioned into the education field, working as a Teacher Assistant at Let's Play in Spanish in 2014, and later as a Lead Preschool Teacher at Let's Play in Spanish (2015), Pasitos Spanish Immersion School (2016), and CENTRO ARMONIA PRESCHOOL, INCORPORATED (2016-2018). These roles allowed their to develop strong teaching skills while fostering a Spanish-immersion environment for the children.
Susana'spassion for health and wellness led their to become a Lifestyle Coach at Dow Bay Area Family YMCA from 2018 to 2019, where they played a crucial role in facilitating the Diabetes Prevention Program curriculum. Susana provided support, guidance, and built strong relationships with participants, both in the classroom and through follow-up outside of class.
Most recently, in 2019, Susana joined The Primary School as a Wellness Coach. Being in this role, they focus on promoting holistic wellness among the staff and students at the school.
Overall, Susana Morales Lodis has a diverse background in law, education, and wellness coaching, showcasing their adaptability and passion for supporting others' growth and well-being.
Susana Morales Lodis earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from UCAB - Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in 2003. Susana then pursued Postgraduate Studies in Financial Law at UCAB from 2004 to 2009. In 2007 and 2008, they obtained a Master's degree from Universidad Francisco de Vitoria with a focus on Political Action and Public Participation in the rule of Law. In 2009, Susana attended Universidad Complutense de Madrid and completed a Doctor of Law (JD) degree, specializing in a PhD in Current Problems of Administrative Law. Additionally, Susana enrolled at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition to study Health and Wellness, General, and became an Integrative Nutrition's Health Coach.
The Primary School
We are creating a new school model that brings together all of the adults in a child’s life, including parents, educators, and medical and mental health providers, starting from a very early age. Our aim is that children and families most impacted by systemic poverty and racism receive the support they deserve to be well, learn, and thrive. Three key components make up our unique approach: We start early: We start working with parents and enroll children into our program as early as birth to reach them at their most critical stage in development. We work with - not around - families: We know that parents and caregivers are the most important people in a child’s life. We partner with them to enhance the education and health of their children. We integrate multiple systems to serve the whole child: Our unique model unites health care and education, building a multi-disciplinary team and holistic system of care around a child’s full needs. Our ultimate goal is to create a game-changing system of care for children that can be replicated across the country. To that end, we are building a model that can be effectively implemented in diverse communities and sustained on public funding. We currently operate two program sites in East Palo Alto and East Bay, California, which act as our primary centers of direct impact, innovation, and learning.