
Community. Opportunity. Respect. High Expectations. Aim High’s leaders and educators embody our CORE values every day.
Aim High’s dedicated staff works everyday to advance their belief that every student has the right to a quality education. Collectively, we strive to create a welcoming community where all our middle school students feel seen and supported, and develop the confidence to succeed in high school and beyond. Get in touch with us today.

Julia Chih
Chief Executive Officer

Michelle Capobres
Vice President of Design and Impact

Matt Reno
Vice President of Program Operations

Jonathan Thornton
Vice President of Development and Marketing

Benjie Achtenberg
Program Director – East Bay

Jaqueline Arreola
Program and Admissions Associate

Alexis Bayley
Director of Program Evaluation

Leticia Dorado
Director of Aspiring Teacher Program

Maya Nieto
Director of Admissions and Student Opportunities

Jessica Suen
Alumni and Student Engagement Manager

Denny Tsang
Program Director – San Francisco

Marianne Evans
Senior Director of Development

Amira Samaha
Development Associate

Malik Sikander
Communications Manager

Calvin Van
Development Associate

Jacqueline Zimny
Director of Development Operations

Kelly Ellis
Senior Director of Finance and Operations

Russell Gong
Director of IT

Jeannette Lee
People Operations Generalist

Laura Suliga
Director of People Operations